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A&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/doordash-first-quarter-deliveroo-sevenrooms-47e21b6a18ac4cfa91fba0bfb479d56a?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=doordash-acquistions-deliveroo-sevenrooms-2729308" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">recent Associated Press article</a> reports that DoorDash has posted record first-quarter revenue and announced two major acquisitions, developments that could significantly influence the franchise industry’s approach to delivery, technology and international expansion.<a href="https://apnews.com/article/uk-deliveroo-doordash-acquisition-delivery-6b8655dab08ed3161241b2456d3d3a45?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=doordash-acquistions-deliveroo-sevenrooms-2729308" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">DoorDash confirmed Tuesday it will acquire U.K.-based food delivery platform Deliveroo</a> for 2.9 billion pounds ($3.9 billion), extending its reach into Europe, Asia and the Middle East. It also announced a $1.2 billion acquisition of hospitality software company SevenRooms. These moves signal a growing investment in services that directly affect how franchised restaurants and hospitality brands manage their operations and customer experience.By incorporating Deliveroo, DoorDash will operate in 45 countries, including 30 in Europe — creating a broader delivery network for global franchise brands with international ambitions. Deliveroo served 7 million monthly active users last year, while DoorDash has 42 million. The combined customer base and infrastructure could streamline third-party delivery for franchisees abroad and help franchisors scale more efficiently across borders.Domestically, SevenRooms’ integration may have an even more immediate impact. The New York-based company provides software for hospitality operations, including reservations, waitlist management, customer profiles and marketing tools. This acquisition could empower franchisees with better systems for in-store sales and data-driven guest retention, helping brands maintain margins as delivery grows more competitive."Customers who use the company’s DashPass and Wolt+ subscription services, which charge a monthly fee, feel delivery is more affordable," said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rinukonda/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=doordash-acquistions-deliveroo-sevenrooms-2729308" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Ravi Inukonda</a>, chief financial officer at DoorDash. That affordability could make third-party delivery a more viable option for franchisees concerned about commission fees cutting into profits.For franchise brands like&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-dunkin-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2720835#stories">Dunkin’</a>, which rely heavily on DoorDash partnerships, these developments may boost sales volume and reach, especially as more than 25% of active DoorDash users now order groceries. Increased consumer engagement could translate to more traffic for co-located or convenience-focused franchise concepts.Still, the news has raised some investor skepticism. DoorDash shares dropped nearly 9% on Tuesday amid concerns over profitability during integration. Inukonda addressed these concerns directly, stating, “Our goal is to improve unit economics. Take that and continue to drive improvements in retention and order frequency, which ultimately drive scale. And that scale drives profitability in the business.”As franchise systems continue adapting to digital-first consumer behavior, DoorDash’s expansion suggests a new wave of tools and reach that could reshape how franchisees operate — both in the kitchen and at the point of sale.Every great franchisee had help buying a franchise. Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1851growthclub.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=doordash-acquistions-deliveroo-sevenrooms-2729308" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

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