The current pandemic has directly transformed our lives and the communities around us. The outbreak has contributed to disruptions in schooling, economic withdrawals and stressed hospital systems. However, with all of this, the pandemic does have its silver lining: the widespread advancement of telehealth, which has helped mitigate the spread of the virus by reducing […]
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How will organizations transition from survival mode to a comprehensive post-pandemic recovery plan? 3 experts in Global Human capital practice came together to answer the most glaring questions on the matter. As restrictions lift and nations cautiously step out into the light, the way businesses have been trying to recover from COVID-19 so far, can […]
The Fintech industry is developing rapidly, however like most other sectors it has been hit hard by the pandemic. We take a closer look at the top COVID-19 impacts on Fintech, both the challenges and unexpected developments. Digital finance is on the move With quarantines and lockdowns enforced, the use of remote services has […]
Remote work is fast becoming the norm for many companies and across industries. This new trend seems to be favored by everyone across the board, but recent surveys have revealed the extra hidden costs of working from home that some people were not aware of or even ready for. Nearly six out of ten employers […]
We’re all coping with the current pandemic in our own ways. But in the recent few months, we seem to be following a constant pattern of behavior: wearing masks, sanitizing and washing hands, working remotely and probably watching Netflix. With fewer social activities taking place due to global lockdowns and quarantining, home streaming service expenditure […]
Tech solutions providers Rabah Consultancy based in Manila, Philippines and Pratian Technologies, a company based in India, have teamed up to bring Pratian’s tech retraining program, Discoveri, to the Philippines. Under SkillAssure, a business unit of Pratian Technologies, Dicoveri is a 5-day learning course that allows those who have lost their jobs amid the pandemic, […]
Blockchain technology will not prevent the emergence of new viruses but will create the first line of protection through a network of connected devices. Blockchain-enabled platforms can help prevent these pandemics by enabling early detection of epidemics, fast-track drug trials, and impact management of outbreaks and treatment. When it comes to healthcare, Blockchain technology is […]
Cargo companies during COVID-19 have transformed operations to help people meet their most essential needs, particularly pandemic-related supplies. Cargo industry giants Emirates SkyCargo and DP World have been busy adapting to the changes caused by the pandemic and utilizing tech that would not have otherwise entered the scene at such an accelerated pace. As covid-19 […]
As the current pandemic continues, we see the effects of COVID-19 on productivity and costs in the manufacturing sector. Mandatory lockdowns have caused major disruptions with assembly lines forced to curtail or halt operations due to a lack of workforce and parts. Protecting employee health has become an even greater concern during the outbreak. However, […]
Schools and learning institutions will need to open up at some point. But with growing concerns for public health and safety, how will schools adapt to Covid-19 and continue their crucial work amidst the uncertainty? How schools cope will depend largely on where they are, the resources they can muster and the socioeconomic status of […]