Logistics in the Time of Pandemic

Logistics in the Time of Pandemic

Logistics, or the flow of commodities in the economy, nearly came to a halt at the start of the coronavirus pandemic as many countries were forced to impose border restrictions to contain the spread of the disease. While logistics was one of the first sectors to bear...
Demand for Modern Logistics Facilities to Grow

Demand for Modern Logistics Facilities to Grow

DESPITE the economic disruption brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for modern logistics facilities in the Philippines is expected to expand, outstripping supply, says a recent study by Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. (JLL), a US commercial real estate services...
Gartner, PwC: COVID-19 Drives Demand for Cloud-Based ERP

Gartner, PwC: COVID-19 Drives Demand for Cloud-Based ERP

DESPITE the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, spending on cloud-based systems is expected to rise this year as the move to virtual work underscores the need for scalable, secure, reliable and cost-effective off-premises technology services. In fact, cloud...
Improving Company-Supplier Relationships Amid Pandemic

Improving Company-Supplier Relationships Amid Pandemic

Procurement is a complex process that tests the persuasive ability of any professional to arrive at a certain agreement with suppliers. It becomes burdensome when there are deadlines to meet, there is a sudden increase in requirements, or transportation is disrupted...