BusinessWorld
January 17, 2021 | 6:39 pm
Special Features Writer
Telcos, transportation, logistics see positive, digital-driven outlook
Connectivity has become more crucial when the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic restricted mobility. It halted public transportation for some time and disrupted logistics amid its continued operations, while pressing telcos to improve their services to meet a spiking demand.
With the economy proceeding into the new normal amid the ongoing battle against the pandemic, the reshaped telecommunications, transportation, and logistics sectors are expected to meet increased and intensified demands among consumers.
Addressing Internet issues
As the pandemic forced many to shift to remote work, online learning, and cashless banking, among others, it has further stressed that Internet connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity.
SunStar
+ January 06, 2021 WITH the massive surge in online holiday shopping and the need to stay physically distanced from one another especially in a season of gatherings, Filipinos are well-connected and equipped with constantly improving internet connectivity to buy essentials, send or receive presents and prepare for holiday feasts at home amid the pandemic.
Behind the double-digit online shopping sprees are record-breaking sales following the “11.11” and “12.12” promos of retail shopping sites such as Shopee. The site has announced that its year-end shopping sale had a whopping 12 million items sold in the first 24 minutes, with one million items bought in one minute.
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