Session 5 Uber Business Model
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Which company was founded first among the ones listed?

  • Both were founded the same year
  • Lyft
  • Not enough information to determine
  • Uber (correct)

What information does the data compare between Uber and its competitors?

  • Only the amount raised in funding
  • Number of trips and riders only
  • Number of drivers and valuation only
  • Number of drivers, riders, and valuation (correct)

What was the valuation of Uber in 2018?

  • $75 million
  • $21 billion (correct)
  • $62 billion
  • $4 billion

In 2017, how many trips did Uber facilitate?

<p>4 billion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much funding had Uber raised by 2018?

<p>$21 billion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plays a role in determining the rider's fare?

<p>Trip length and distance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of a trip's gross fare is retained by Uber?

<p>25% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is NOT included in the driver app?

<p>Passenger feedback tool (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What dynamic pricing variation is used by Uber?

<p>Surge pricing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vertical does NOT fall under Uber's product team organization?

<p>Customer service (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the median hourly earning range for Uber driver-partners as per the company's own research?

<p>$15 to $30 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the marketplace vertical primarily manage?

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Which of the following services is NOT offered by Uber?

<p>Uber Rentals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the key strategies employed by Uber in launching new products?

<p>Use a minimum viable product and iterate based on feedback. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

By 2018, how many driver-partners were utilizing the Uber platform?

<p>3 million (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the estimated valuation of Uber by 2018?

<p>$62 billion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ride-sharing company is specifically mentioned as a competitor to Uber?

<p>Lyft (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Uber's financial performance vary in different markets?

<p>It was thought to be profitable in more mature markets. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technology powered Uber’s ride-sharing service?

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What aspect of Uber's growth strategy reflects its culture?

<p>Rapid experimentation and market entry. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributed to the competitive nature of the ride-sharing industry?

<p>High concentration of service availability in urban areas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company raised $1.5 billion in February 2018 to enhance its ride-hailing market presence?

<p>Go-Jek (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the valuation of Careem after its $500 million raise in June 2017?

<p>$1 billion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following companies is associated with a mobile payment business acquisition in December 2017?

<p>Go-Jek (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who led Taxify's $175 million funding round in May 2018?

<p>Daimler (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company became the most valuable startup in Southeast Asia by December 2017?

<p>Grab (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event took place on April 23, 2018, involving the company Careem?

<p>Data breach revelation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company's valuation reached $1 billion according to a May 2018 report?

<p>Taxify (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a common challenge faced by Ola and Uber mentioned in the content?

<p>High attrition rates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main concern regarding user experience after launching the Express product?

<p>There were no major problems reported regarding user experience. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant external factor affecting the adoption of the Express product in Boston?

<p>Adverse weather conditions during the winter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the duration of the total wait time in the treatment group during the switchback experiment conducted in Boston?

<p>Five minutes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the five-week freeze period implemented after the launch of the synthetic control experiment?

<p>To allow for clean data interpretation by data scientists. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many U.S. cities were involved in the synthetic control experiment launched on February 19, 2018?

<p>12 cities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which experimental process was used to evaluate riders' willingness to wait in Boston?

<p>A switchback experiment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of the POOL product in the 12 cities before launching the Express product?

<p>It was already offered in all 12 cities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the Express product launch have on the volume and costs experienced by Uber?

<p>There was an increase in volume and cost savings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What innovation did Uber launch that aimed to make travel more affordable?

<p>Express POOL (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding Uber's platform expansion?

<p>Uber opened its platform to non-limo vehicles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the valuation of Uber as of May 2018?

<p>$62 billion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much did Uber report in sales growth for the first quarter of 2018?

<p>$2.5 billion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which app feature was introduced in 2018 to assist drivers in managing multiple ride requests?

<p>Competing Rides (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge was highlighted regarding Uber's financial performance?

<p>Uber struggled to break even financially. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was emphasized about the usage of Uber in relation to traditional transport options?

<p>Uber is designed to reduce reliance on personal vehicles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary strategy behind launching the Express POOL service?

<p>To provide a lower-cost travel option for users. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Flexible Work Model for Drivers

A business model that allows independent contractors to work on their own terms, choosing their hours and accepting or rejecting rides as they see fit.

Move Fast and Break Things

A philosophy embraced by Uber, focusing on rapid product launches and subsequent improvements based on user feedback.

Minimum Viable Product

The initial version of a product released for early user feedback and testing, often with limited features.

Iteration (Product Development)

The process of making changes and improvements to a product based on user feedback and data gathered during use.

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Rapid Growth

The rapid growth of a company, as seen in Uber's expansion into new markets and product offerings.

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Multi-round Funding

The practice of obtaining funds from investors in multiple stages, each contributing to the company's growth.

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Ride-sharing Industry

The industry where companies like Uber and Lyft operate, providing on-demand transportation services through a network of independent drivers.

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On-demand Ride-sharing Service

A service that connects independent drivers to waiting passengers for a fee, utilizing smartphone apps and GPS technology.

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Surge pricing

The process where Uber charges higher prices during periods of high demand and limited supply.

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Vehicle matching

A system that matches available drivers to riders seeking rides.

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Driver app

The Uber app that drivers use, featuring tools for managing rides, tracking earnings, and utilizing features such as heat maps for high demand areas.

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Heat map

A feature on the driver app showing areas with a high demand for rides, helping drivers identify potential earnings opportunities.

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Earnings icon

A feature on the driver app that displays the driver's earnings, making it easier to track income.

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Uber Freight

Uber's service that connects trucking companies with freight requiring transportation.

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Rider vertical

Uber's product division responsible for the rider app, customer service, and rider recruitment.

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Marketplace vertical

The team at Uber responsible for overseeing the overall health of all Uber products, analyzing data, and developing pricing and vehicle matching systems.

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Outweighing Concerns

The potential benefits of a decision often outweigh issues and concerns.

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Uber Trips (2017)

The number of trips taken in a year by Uber drivers in the United States.

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Company Valuation

The estimated total value of a company, calculated based on various factors.

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Capital Raised

The amount of money invested in a company by investors.

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Ride-sharing Market Landscape

The competitive landscape of the ride-sharing industry, showcasing key players, their size, and their market presence.

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Valuation

The valuation of a company based on the total value of its shares, often associated with startups that have not yet gone public.

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Unicorn

Refers to companies that have reached a market value of over $1 billion but are not yet publicly traded.

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Decacorn

A company's market value of over $10 billion.

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IPO (Initial Public Offering)

The process of a private company becoming publicly traded on stock exchanges.

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Funding

Financial investment by investors in a company, often in multiple rounds to support growth.

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Ride volume

The number of rides taken on a ride-hailing platform.

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Ride-hailing platform

A platform used by ride-hailing companies to connect passengers seeking rides with drivers.

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Synthetic Control Experiment

A controlled experiment designed to measure the impact of a new product or feature by comparing its performance in specific groups (treatment and control groups) across multiple cities.

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Treatment City

A specific city or area chosen to participate in an experiment and receive the new feature being tested.

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Control City

A specific city or area chosen to serve as a baseline comparison for the treatment cities, without the new product or feature.

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Switchback Experiment

A controlled experiment that involves switching between two different conditions (e.g., shorter wait time, longer wait time) over regular intervals.

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Wait Time

The time a rider waits for a driver to arrive after requesting a ride.

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Experimental Freeze

A short period where no changes are made to a product or system to allow for data analysis and ensure the observed changes are solely due to the recent experiment.

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Marketplace Metric

A metric used to measure a product's performance, such as user experience or number of rides.

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User Experience

The ability of customers to use a service or product without encountering problems or dissatisfaction.

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Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

A strategy that involves releasing a product with the minimal features necessary to gain user feedback and iterate quickly.

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Product Iteration

The process of continuously making small changes and improvements to a product based on user feedback and data.

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Study Notes

Uber's Express POOL Launch

  • Uber launched Express POOL in 2018, a ride-sharing product offering cheaper rates for riders willing to walk/wait.
  • Express POOL contrasted with traditional carpooling, prioritising efficiency through matching riders heading in same direction.
  • Initial wait times were capped at two minutes for quick matches.
  • The company ran experiments to understand rider tolerance for waiting, balancing efficiency with experience.
  • Early results suggested that longer wait times reduced ride costs but increased cancellation.

Uber's Data-Driven Approach

  • Uber utilized data science extensively to develop and refine products.
  • Experiments were conducted in Boston and San Francisco cities to test various improvements to Express POOL.
  • Data scientists monitored ride-related metrics such as cancellation rates and costs per ride in relation to wait times.
  • A 5-week moratorium on market changes was implemented to ensure stable data collection.
  • Various methods were used to test product and technological changes, including A/B testing and switchbacks.

Uber's Product Offerings and Platform

  • Uber's platform included various ride-sharing options, catering to different needs & budgets.
  • Offerings ranged from basic UberX to premium UberLUX vehicles.
  • The company utilized a dynamic pricing model, adjusting fares based upon demand and supply.
  • Its products included UberPOOL, UberX, UberXL, UberSELECT, UberBLACK, UberSUV, and UberLUX.
  • Uber’s rider and driver apps facilitated the ride-sharing process, providing real-time updates during the ride(s).

Uber's Organizational Structure

  • Uber's organization involved teams focusing on different product and operational aspects.
  • Product managers, engineers, data scientists, and designers/marketers collaborated on product development.
  • Teams aimed for products that were user-friendly & profitable.
  • Key role of product managers in communication and coordination to improve product functions.

Express POOL (Project)

  • Initially, a 'greedy' algorithm coordinated matches based on riders' routes.
  • Express POOL's efficiency improved using a two-minute waiting period and walking to fixed locations.
  • This allowed for more matches and reduced costs.
  • An adjusted pricing strategy aimed to make Express POOL attractive relative to existing services.

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Test your knowledge on Uber's business model, funding, and overall performance compared to its competitors. This quiz covers important statistics and strategies related to Uber's operations up to 2018. Challenge yourself with questions on valuation, pricing strategies, and driver earnings.

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