Case study

Finding a Market Gap in Toronto Grocery Delivery

Apure’ conducted a competitive audit and market opportunity analysis for a grocery delivery concept focused on Toronto’s multicultural communities.

Industry

Food Delivery / E-Commerce

Services rendered

UX research, competitive audit, market analysis, product strategy and opportunity mapping

Related package

UX Research Sprint

Two models left a gap.

Toronto’s online grocery delivery market is dominated by broad aggregators that can be costly and rapid-delivery services that can be limited. Neither model fully serves people shopping across specialty retailers.

Map the market and audience.

  • Reviewed competitor models, pricing, strengths and weaknesses.
  • Mapped where convenience, choice and cultural shopping needs intersect.
  • Identified target audience groups and the gaps left by existing delivery services.
  • Translated the research into a clearer product direction and early validation path.

A clearer venture direction.

The research identified a strategic opportunity in an underserved delivery market and helped shape audience focus, product positioning and a practical early validation path.