Mumbai: Back in 2016, two of our co-founders (who also happen to be husband and wife) Hiranmay and Monalisha were working in sales. While travelling around the country for work, they realised something. They realised that India has such a well-connected and widespread public transportation system. Yet, so many of us would rather depend on other options. This realisation also came from their past experiences. Like when Monalisha was expecting and would struggle to find conveyance either to work or to appointments. Or when Hiranmay was extremely unwell and had to make his way to the hospital all on his own and once again there was no conveyance available. Seeing one another’s struggles also contributed to this realisation.
After giving it more thought, the husband and wife duo decided to do something about it. Having a background in sales, they didn’t know too much about technology and its application. But they were determined, and they just needed to find another musketeer for their trio. That’s where Narayan came into the picture. The trio recognised that with technology, they could address this problem. The plan was to provide a solution for short-distance travel to and from bus, train & metro stations. This would help people connect to public transportation. And Bykerr was born.
Bykerr allows users to book bikes and autos for their first and last mile. Thus, solving the problem of first & last-mile connectivity.
From 2016 to 2019, Team Bykerr was busy around-the-clock. The groundwork was being laid. Creating an MVP, getting the first 1000 users, and carrying out Alpha and Beta testing. Then, acquiring grants and gaining new market access. Establishing Collaborations with Government State Transport Units, Mobility Foundations & Research Institutes. In the long run, the objective was to create a public transportation information platform.
Indiantelevision caught up with Tummoc co-founder & CMO Monalisha where she gave a brief overview of Tummoc and many more…
Edited excerpts
On the inspiration to create Tummoc
As the Chief Marketing Officer at Tummoc, I can share that our inspiration stemmed from a deep understanding of the challenges commuters face with traditional transportation options. We saw an opportunity to leverage technology to revolutionise the commuting experience, making it more accessible, efficient, and convenient for all. Our vision was to create a seamless and integrated mobility solution that would empower commuters to navigate their daily journeys with ease.
On addressing the challenges commuters face with traditional transportation options
A: At Tummoc, we address the challenges faced by commuters through a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance the commuting experience. From cashless transactions and real-time updates to personalised journey planning and first and last-mile options, we prioritise convenience, reliability, and accessibility. By streamlining the booking process and providing access to multiple modes of transport on a single platform, we empower commuters to navigate their daily journeys with ease and efficiency.
On the key services offered by Tummoc to improve the commuting experience
A: Tummoc offers a range of key services aimed at improving the commuting experience for users. These include cashless transactions, real-time updates, digital ticketing for public transport, accurate actionable public transport information, personalised journey planning, all-in-one tickets and first and last-mile connectivity. By providing access to multiple modes of transport on a single platform, we streamline the booking process and empower commuters to navigate their daily journeys with ease and efficiency.
On leveraging data-driven insights to enhance public transport accessibility and efficiency
A: At Tummoc, we leverage data-driven insights to enhance public transport accessibility and efficiency. Through data analytics and predictive modelling, we gain valuable insights into commuter behaviour, traffic patterns, and demand-supply dynamics. This allows us to optimise routes, improve service reliability, and enhance overall public transport accessibility and efficiency. By continuously analysing and refining our services, we ensure that they remain responsive to the evolving needs of our users.
On facilitating proper asset distribution planning for MaaS providers to meet the demand effectively
While we do not directly manage asset distribution for Mobility-on-Demand providers, as a Mobility-as-a-Service platform, we form strategic partnerships with leading Mobility-on-demand players, we ensure that our platform effectively supports seamless ride allocation and meets user demand efficiently.
