Uber: Corporations That Changed the World

Americans are so used to using Uber today instead of or in addition to taxi cabs that the name of the innovative ride-sharing company has almost become a verb, as in "to Uber" somewhere. It's hard to remember that Uber has been around only since 2010. In less than a decade, Uber has disrupted the ride-hailing industry, from making it easier and more affordable to become an Uber driver than a cab driver to rating riders as well as drivers. As an early pioneer in using technology to create a new business model and new efficiencies, Uber, along with Airbnb, is considered one of the most important case studies in the Sharing Economy.

However, little in-depth information exists on this innovative company. This book traces Uber's origin and evolution in the face of competitive pressures, discusses the company leadership and corporate culture, addresses such controversies as rider and driver safety and sexual harassment of female employees, and explores how the company is addressing these challenges. Students of business, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the development and exponential growth of the sharing economy will benefit from reading this book.