Olo Inc. announced a strategic partnership with Zipline, the autonomous delivery service, to embed Zipline’s drone‑delivery technology into the Olo Rails platform. The integration will allow Olo’s more than 750 restaurant brands to offer drone delivery as a fulfillment option directly from the Rails ordering system, giving restaurants a fast, environmentally friendly last‑mile solution.
The partnership marks a significant operational milestone for Olo, extending its value proposition beyond digital ordering and payments into autonomous last‑mile logistics. By adding drone delivery, Olo creates a new revenue stream and strengthens its competitive edge against integrated POS providers that lack autonomous delivery capabilities. The move also aligns with Olo’s strategy to aggregate guest data across all touchpoints, potentially enhancing personalization and marketing effectiveness for its restaurant customers.
Olo’s recent financial performance underscores the strategic importance of the partnership. In Q4 2024, the company generated $76.1 million in revenue, up 21% year‑over‑year, and in Q2 2025 it reported $85.7 million, up 22% year‑over‑year. The company’s Q1 2025 results showed a net income of $1.8 million, a turnaround from a net loss in the prior year, reflecting disciplined cost management and growing demand for its platform.
Zipline brings a proven track record of autonomous delivery, having completed nearly two million commercial deliveries worldwide. Its drones can carry up to 5.5 pounds, maintain food quality with thermal insulation, and complete flights in under five minutes. Zipline’s operations span four continents, and the company has secured significant backing from the U.S. Department of State to expand its services in Africa.
Olo representative Mark McGowan said, “Integrating Zipline’s proven drone delivery capabilities into Rails gives our customers—from emerging brands to enterprise leaders—seamless access to the future of last‑mile logistics without added complexity. Together, we’re redefining convenience, consistency, and brand‑controlled guest experiences.” Zipline’s spokesperson added, “Through this partnership, we’re making drone delivery accessible to innovative, forward‑thinking brands of all sizes, so that they can enhance guest experiences while reducing operational complexity and environmental impact.”
The partnership positions Olo to capture a larger share of the growing on‑premise and off‑premise delivery market. By offering a differentiated, high‑speed delivery option, Olo can attract new restaurant clients and deepen relationships with existing ones, while the integration of Zipline’s data and analytics capabilities further strengthens Olo’s guest‑intelligence offering. The collaboration also signals Olo’s commitment to staying at the forefront of emerging delivery technologies, reinforcing its reputation as a comprehensive guest‑centric technology platform.
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