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Swiggy·Product Manager·Onsite - Product Sense / Strategy·Intermediate

Intermediate
May 2026

Summary

Swiggy product interview, one question about growing revenue. Pretty open-ended, not much else to go on.

Questions Asked (1)

Q1

How would you increase Swiggy's revenue?

Product StrategyPricing & MonetizationProduct Sense & Ideation
Author's notes

Wide open question and I kind of froze for a second trying to figure out where to even start.

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Suggested Approach

Start by clarifying the objective and scope (e.g., short-term vs. long-term, specific business line). Then, structure your answer around Swiggy's revenue streams: increase order volume, increase average order value, and optimize take rate. Finally, prioritize initiatives by impact and feasibility, and suggest metrics to measure success.

Pro tip: Show deep understanding of Swiggy's unit economics and competitive landscape. Mention that revenue growth should not come at the cost of user experience or restaurant partner satisfaction, as that would be unsustainable.

1. Clarify Objective and Scope

Ask clarifying questions to understand if the focus is on a specific revenue line (e.g., food delivery, Instamart) or overall revenue, and the time horizon (short-term vs. long-term).

2. Break Down Revenue Streams

Decompose Swiggy's revenue into key drivers: number of orders, average order value (AOV), take rate (commission), and other revenue (ads, delivery fees, subscriptions).

3. Generate Ideas for Each Driver

Brainstorm specific initiatives to increase each driver, such as increasing order frequency via subscriptions, boosting AOV via bundling, or increasing take rate via value-added services.

4. Prioritize Initiatives

Evaluate ideas based on impact (revenue potential), effort (implementation complexity), and alignment with Swiggy's strategic goals. Use a prioritization framework like RICE.

5. Define Metrics and Risks

Outline key metrics to track (e.g., revenue per user, order frequency) and potential risks (e.g., user churn, partner dissatisfaction) with mitigation strategies.

Key Points to Mention

  • Increase order frequency through Swiggy One subscription and loyalty programs
  • Boost average order value via cross-selling, upselling, and bundling (e.g., desserts, beverages)
  • Optimize delivery fees and surge pricing without hurting demand
  • Expand advertising revenue by offering promoted listings to restaurants
  • Leverage data to personalize recommendations and targeted promotions
  • Explore new revenue streams like cloud kitchens, private labels, or fintech services

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