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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Tata 1mg partners with Unicommerce to boost e-commerce efficiency
New Delhi: Digital healthcare platform Tata 1mg has partnered with SaaS-based e-commerce enablement platform Unicommerce to streamline its backend operations and boost delivery efficiency across India. The integration of Unicommerce's technology will automate order processing, improve inventory accuracy, and enhance demand forecasting—ensuring timely product availability and delivery across 1,000+ Indian cities. The system also allows for efficient batch tracking, helping identify expired or defective products and triggering alerts to protect consumer safety. The collaboration aims to optimise fulfilment of Tata 1mg's own-brand products, including nutraceuticals, kids' and women's nutrition, protein drinks, and wellness items for diabetes, pregnancy and lactation. With Unicommerce's multi-channel order and warehouse management systems, Tata 1mg can now manage orders received via its website and partner marketplaces more effectively, leading to a smoother customer experience. Ketan Bhatia, Vice President – Consumer Products, Tata 1mg, said, 'As a leading online health and wellness brand, we're focused on delivering a seamless shopping experience. Our partnership with Unicommerce strengthens our e-commerce operations to enhance the buying experience for our customers across the country." Speaking about the association, Kapil Makhija, MD & CEO of Unicommerce said, 'Healthcare brands are embracing technology to optimise their digital channels, providing timely deliveries to end customers, which is a critical factor in this sector. We are privileged to support Tata 1mg in their journey to offer rich wellness experiences.
Business Upturn
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Unicommerce and Tata 1mg partner to streamline e-commerce operations
India's online healthcare and pharmacy sector continues to expand rapidly, driven by growing digital adoption and increased demand for accessible medical solutions. In a strategic move to enhance its backend e-commerce infrastructure, digital healthcare provider Tata 1mg has partnered with Unicommerce, an e-commerce enablement SaaS platform, to improve operational efficiency. The collaboration focuses on automating Tata 1mg's order processing and inventory management. Unicommerce's platform enables real-time tracking of stock levels, demand forecasting, and reduced overstocking—key factors in ensuring consistent product availability across over 1,000 cities in India. Tata 1mg offers a wide range of branded products in categories such as nutritional supplements, medical devices, orthopaedic aids, personal care, and Ayurveda. These products are distributed through its own website and various online marketplaces. To support its growing online presence, Tata 1mg has implemented Unicommerce's multi-channel order management and warehouse management systems. These tools help standardize and streamline order fulfilment processes across platforms, aiming to improve delivery speed and accuracy. Additionally, Unicommerce's batching system supports the identification and management of expired or defective products. Features such as expiry alerts and batch-level tracking help initiate recalls or prioritize the sale of soon-to-expire items, reducing waste and ensuring regulatory compliance. India's e-pharmacy market was valued at USD 394.09 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 801.34 million by 2030. Key growth drivers include the convenience of online medicine delivery and increasing internet penetration in tier-1 and tier-2 cities. Government initiatives like the Digital Health Incentive Scheme (DHIS) further support this growth by promoting the adoption of digital technologies among hospitals, clinics, and healthcare startups. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Fashion Value Chain
15-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Unicommerce Processes 2 Cr+ Q-Commerce Orders in FY25
Unicommerce, a leading SaaS platform for e-commerce enablement, has successfully processed over 2 crore quick-commerce order items in FY25 through its flagship platform Uniware. This significant volume was achieved via Uniware's integration with India's top quick-commerce (Q-commerce) platforms. The system allows brands to process bulk shipments from their warehouses to Q-commerce mother hubs in real time, ensuring speed, accuracy, and operational efficiency. The seamless integration enables real-time order alignment, smarter inventory allocation, and automated shipment management through pre-linked B2B courier partners. It also ensures compliance with GST e-invoicing and e-way bill mandates. Categories that have seen major benefits from this capability include personal care, nutraceuticals, toys, snacks, fashion accessories, apparel, and home décor. With the Indian quick commerce market expected to grow at a 16.6% CAGR between 2025 and 2029, reaching a projected US$9.95 billion by 2029, platforms like Unicommerce are helping brands meet the rising demand for 10–20 minute delivery expectations. Kapil Makhija, MD & CEO of Unicommerce, stated: 'Quick commerce is reshaping consumption behavior and retail expectations. Unicommerce is proud to support brands with scalable, tech-enabled solutions that align with this high-speed delivery model.' Uniware offers a centralised dashboard to manage orders from D2C websites, marketplaces, offline stores, and Q-commerce platforms, empowering brands with real-time inventory visibility and streamlined fulfilment.
Fashion Value Chain
14-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
SuperBottoms Optimizes Delivery with Shipway Integration
SuperBottoms, a leading sustainable baby and maternity care brand, has partnered with Shipway, a logistics tech platform owned by Unicommerce, to enhance its order delivery operations, particularly across metros and Tier 1 cities. Founded by Pallavi Utagi in 2018, SuperBottoms is known for pioneering eco-friendly diapering solutions for Indian parents. With high expectations for timely and error-free deliveries, the brand adopted Shipway's smart logistics platform to streamline its shipping strategy and fulfilment processes. The integration has enabled SuperBottoms to reach a 95% delivery success rate. Shipway's system leverages advanced algorithms to assign the best courier partner based on factors such as location, product type, delivery timeline, and packet dimensions. This data-driven courier mapping ensures faster, more reliable order completion. By digitising order segregation and processing, the solution reduces delays while providing real-time tracking and control. The unified dashboard enhances operational visibility and reduces return-to-origin (RTO) cases. Co-founder Pallavi Utagi highlighted the operational benefits, stating that the collaboration has directly improved customer satisfaction while lowering costs. 'Shipway's support ensures we can scale efficiently without compromising on service quality,' she added. Saurabh Kumar Choudhary, Chief Business Officer at Shipway, reiterated their focus on using technology to boost efficiency and cost-effectiveness for partner brands. In addition, SuperBottoms manages multichannel orders via Unicommerce's Uniware platform, integrating website orders with marketplaces like Meesho, quick-commerce apps like Zepto, and baby-specific platforms like FirstCry. This allows real-time inventory sync and error-free fulfilment. With India's baby care market projected to hit USD 8.61 billion by 2030, and growing demand in Tier 2 and 3 cities, SuperBottoms is leveraging tech to meet consumer expectations at scale while promoting sustainability in parenting.
Fashion Network
08-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Unicommerce's subsidiary Shipway launches one-day return pick-ups with instant refunds
Logistics platform Shipway, a subsidiary of Unicommerce, has introduced one-day return pick-ups with near-instant refunds to help e-commerce and retail brands streamline reverse logistics and ameliorate customer satisfaction. Over 7.5 lakh products were returned between October 2024 and March 2025, Shipway announced in a press release. Return rates can reach as high as 40% depending on product category and seasonality, often creating operational bottlenecks. Shipway's latest initiative aims to address this by enabling brands to pick up returns within 24 hours, conduct doorstep quality checks, and process refunds immediately. The doorstep quality check also supports inventory control by identifying restockable products and minimising return fraud. Shipway's reverse logistics network spans over 21,000 Indian pin codes and is supported by partners such as Delhivery, Shadowfax, Ekart, and Xpressbees. 'Returns have always been a pain point for D2C brands," said Shipway's chief business officer Saurabh Kumar Chaudhary in a press release. "Our technology strives to enable brands to offer a seamless return experience that could positively impact customers' trust in the brand.' Shipway integrates with platforms such as Return Prime and offering plug-and-play solutions to simplify post-purchase experiences. Baggit's head of digital marketing Praveen Singh said Shipway's returns system 'ensures quick action… and provides a sense of priority to the customer.' Domin8's brand head Buyju Balakrishnan added that each seamless return is 'a step toward stronger brand loyalty and operational excellence.'
