Escape the 30% Aggregator Tax—Build Direct Orders on WhatsApp

Stop bleeding margins to GrabFood & Foodpanda. Build your own direct order channel, automate delivery tracking, manage multiple brands, and turn one-time app customers into loyal direct orderers.

45%
Increase in order accuracy
Automated order confirmations eliminate miscommunication errors
60%
More repeat customers
Loyalty rewards and personalized offers drive reorders
18 hrs
Saved per week
Auto-replies handle menu questions and order status inquiries
4.2x
Higher campaign response
WhatsApp broadcasts outperform email and SMS combined
The Problem

Challenges Cloud Kitchens Face

No Walk-In Traffic, No Visibility

No storefront means no accidental discovery. You're invisible unless customers actively search. 100% dependent on aggregator ranking and ads.

Managing 3+ Platforms is Chaos

GrabFood tablet, Foodpanda tablet, direct orders on phone. Different menus, different prices, different dashboards. You need three screens just to see your own business.

Aggregator Commissions Kill Margins

30% to GrabFood/Foodpanda + 35% food cost + 10% packaging + 5% delivery = you're working for survival, not profit. One bad month and you're in the red.

Building a Brand Without Storefront

How do you build loyalty when customers see you as "that biryani place on GrabFood"? No relationship, no recall, no repeat orders unless the app shows you first.

Delivery Partner Dependency

Using your own delivery? Customers call every 5 minutes asking "where's my order?" Using aggregator delivery? You have zero control over the delivery experience.

Zero Customer Retention System

Customer loved your biryani. Great! Will they remember you next week? Probably not. They'll just open GrabFood and order from whoever has better placement that day.

Solutions

10 WhatsApp Automations That Build Your Direct Order Channel

Stop paying 30% commission. Build customer relationships. Grow sustainably.

01

Direct Order Inquiry Handler

Rule Starter+ $29

When someone messages, instantly send your menu with pricing. Make ordering as easy as GrabFood—minus the 30% commission.

TRIGGER: Any new message from unknown number
ACTION: Send brand menu options
THEN: Tag contact as "Direct Inquiry"
THEN: Listen for menu selection (1/2/3)
How it works: First contact is instant, professional, clear. They understand the savings (15% discount is still 15% better margin than 30% commission). Brand options let you showcase your full portfolio. Simple number responses make it frictionless.

Workflow tip: Print menu cards with WhatsApp number and QR code. Include one in every aggregator order to convert customers.
02

Order Confirmation Flow

Journey Starter+ $29

Professional order confirmation with all details—just like GrabFood, but with personal touch and direct relationship.

JOURNEY: Order Confirmation
STEP 1: Collect order items
STEP 2: Confirm delivery address
STEP 3: Choose payment method (COD/GCash/Card)
STEP 4: Send order confirmation with details
STEP 5: Tag as "Active Order"
How it works: Structured journey collects all needed info step by step. Shows exact savings from direct ordering (builds habit). Professional confirmation builds trust. No ambiguity about what was ordered, when it arrives, what it costs.

Workflow tip: Send card payment link in confirmation for prepaid option—reduces COD hassles and improves cash flow.
03

Real-Time Order Status Updates

Sequence Starter+ $29

Automated updates at every stage—preparing, ready, dispatched, delivered. Stop "where's my order?" calls completely.

SEQUENCE: Order Tracking
TRIGGER: Order confirmed
+10 min: "Preparing" update (when staff marks order)
+30 min: "Dispatched" update with rider details
+50 min: "Delivered" confirmation + feedback request
EXIT: Order marked delivered
How it works: Each update is triggered by actual status change in your system. Staff just marks stage (preparing/ready/dispatched), automation does the rest. Rider contact enables direct coordination. Live tracking link provides GrabFood-level experience.

Workflow tip: Include preparation details ("rice in dum") to build anticipation and justify wait time.
04

Delivery Tracking Links

Rule Starter+ $29

Generate live tracking links for each order. Customer sees rider location in real-time—just like aggregator apps.

TRIGGER: Order status changed to "dispatched"
ACTION: Generate unique tracking link
THEN: Send message with link + rider details
THEN: Enable GPS tracking for rider app
How it works: Integration with delivery tracking system (Dunzo, Porter, or your own fleet). Each order gets unique tracking URL. Customer can watch rider approach in real-time. Reduces anxiety and "where's my order?" calls by 90%.

Workflow tip: Include estimated arrival time that updates dynamically based on rider location.
05

Daily Menu Broadcast

Campaign Starter+ $29

Send daily specials and combos to your customer list. Keep your kitchen top-of-mind when they're deciding what to eat.

CAMPAIGN: Daily Special
TARGET: All customers who ordered in last 30 days
TIME: 6:00 PM daily (peak dinner decision time)
MESSAGE: Today's combo/special with clear pricing
FOLLOW-UP: Track who replies "ORDER"
How it works: 6 PM is when people start thinking "what's for dinner?" Your message arrives at decision time. Family combos have high perceived value and larger ticket size. Limited-time ("today only") creates urgency. Regular campaigns keep you top-of-mind.

Workflow tip: Segment by order frequency—send to "ordered in last 7 days" on weekdays, "ordered in last 30 days" on weekends.
06

First-Time Customer Welcome Offer

Journey Starter+ $29

Convert aggregator customers to direct with irresistible first-order discount. Hook them with value, keep them with experience.

JOURNEY: First Order Welcome
TRIGGER: New contact messages (not in database)
STEP 1: Send welcome + 25% off + free dessert
STEP 2: On "MENU" reply, send brand menus
STEP 3: Guide through order process
STEP 4: On first order completion, tag "Direct Customer"
STEP 5: Send thank you + next order preview (15% off)
How it works: 25% first order discount is aggressive but strategic—you're buying a direct customer relationship. Still better margin than 30% aggregator cut. Free dessert adds delight without much cost. Clear ongoing value (15% always) encourages repeat orders.

Workflow tip: Include physical menu cards with QR codes in all aggregator orders to drive first direct contact.
07

Repeat Order Reminder

Sequence Starter+ $29

Smart reminders based on customer's ordering frequency. "Time for lunch?" arrives right when they're hungry.

SEQUENCE: Reorder Reminder
TRIGGER: X days since last order (based on customer frequency)
MESSAGE: Personal reminder with last order details
OPTIONS: "SAME" (instant reorder) or "MENU" (browse)
UPSELL: Mention trending/new items
EXIT: When new order placed
How it works: Timing is calculated per customer—someone who orders weekly gets reminded after 7 days, someone monthly after 30. Personal touch (name, last order) shows you know them. "Reply SAME" is frictionless—one word reorders. Trending item mention can increase ticket size.

Workflow tip: Segment by order frequency: 2-3 day customers (lunch regulars), 7-day (weekly), 14-day (biweekly).
08

Post-Delivery Feedback Collection

Journey Starter+ $29

Catch issues before they become bad reviews. Get feedback minutes after delivery—fix problems immediately.

JOURNEY: Post-Delivery Feedback
TRIGGER: 10 minutes after delivery confirmed
STEP 1: Ask thumbs up/down
IF 👍: Thank + discount code + Google review request
IF 👎: Immediate apology + issue options (1-5)
THEN: Manager notification + compensation offer
STEP 2: Tag based on feedback (Happy/Issue)
How it works: 10 minutes is perfect timing—they're eating, experience is fresh. Simple emoji response gets high engagement. Happy customers → Google reviews (social proof). Unhappy customers → immediate resolution before they post negative review or switch to competitor.

Workflow tip: Have manager personally call if customer reports issue—human touch turns complaints into loyalty.
09

Loyalty Rewards Program

Journey Starter+ $29

Reward repeat direct orders with points and exclusive perks. Make switching back to aggregators feel like a downgrade.

JOURNEY: Loyalty Tiers
TIER 1: New Customer (1-2 orders)
TIER 2: Regular (3-4 orders) - 5% bonus discount
TIER 3: Gold (5-9 orders) - 10% bonus + perks
TIER 4: Platinum (10+ orders) - 15% bonus + exclusive menu

POINTS: ₹100 spent = 10 points
500 points = Free biryani worth ₹250
How it works: Tiered system creates progression and achievement feeling. Each tier unlocks better perks—encourages next order. Points create sunk cost (they don't want to lose accumulated points by switching to GrabFood). Gold/Platinum status makes customers feel special.

Workflow tip: Send monthly points summary—"You have 450 points, just one more order for free biryani!"
10

Win-Back Dormant Customers

Campaign Starter+ $29

Customer hasn't ordered in 30+ days? Win them back before they forget you exist. Aggressive offer beats losing them forever.

CAMPAIGN: Win-Back
TARGET: Customers with 30+ days since last order
EXCLUDE: Customers marked "Do Not Contact"
MESSAGE: Personal appeal + 30% off + free delivery
TIMING: Send at 6 PM on weekday
FOLLOW-UP: If no response in 7 days, final attempt at 40 days
How it works: 30% discount + free delivery is expensive but strategic—recovering lapsed customers is cheaper than acquiring new ones. Personal appeal ("did we mess up?") creates emotional connection. Specific price example shows tangible savings. 7-day urgency prevents procrastination.

Workflow tip: If they order with comeback offer, immediately follow up: "So glad to have you back! Here's your loyalty points..."
CRM

Your Customer Journey Pipeline

Track every customer from aggregator discovery to loyal brand advocate

New Lead
Found via aggregator or search
First Contact
Messaged via flyer/QR
First Direct Order
Converted with welcome offer
Repeat Customer
3+ direct orders placed
Loyal Customer
Gold/Platinum tier active
Brand Ambassador
Refers friends, leaves reviews
15%
Conversion Rate
Contacts → First Order
40%
Repeat Rate
First Order → 3+ Orders
₹650
Avg Order Value
30% higher than aggregator
Capabilities

What You Can Achieve

Capability Starter
$29/mo
Pro
$99/mo
Business
$470/mo
Direct order inquiry handler
Order confirmation flow
Real-time order status updates
Delivery tracking links
Daily menu broadcasts
First-time customer offers
Repeat order reminders
Feedback collection automation
Loyalty rewards program
Win-back dormant customers
Customer contacts Up to 500 Up to 5,000 Up to 25,000
Team members 2 5 15
Monthly campaigns 2 8 20

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Perfect for cloud kitchens building direct order channels and reducing aggregator dependency. Includes everything needed to convert and retain customers.

Up to 5,000 contacts
5 team members
8 campaigns/month
Delivery tracking
Loyalty rewards
Smart reminders
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