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Article | June 27, 2020

At Schneider Electric, meeting our customers’ expectations is a key priority. As concern over COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) grows, we are monitoring developments to this situation globally, as well as following local health and government regulations, continually assessing and responding to changes. Our Business Continuity Plan (BCP) has been tested and implemented in geographies impacted. This plan includes health and safety, supply chain, lifecycle management services, and IT infrastructure. Schneider Electric operations meet the criteria of an essential critical infrastructure as defined by most governments. While we do not anticipate interruptions to our operations, local governments may require temporary containment measures. In these cases, we comply with local laws, and in most cases seek support from local authorities to maintain critical business operations as an essential business for our communities.

How will 5G transform transport?

Article | February 26, 2020

If 2019 was the year that 5G’s impact on transportation spluttered into life, then 2020 will see it move through the gears and start to transform the way we travel, from 5G-enabled cars to autonomous trains. With its low latency, reliability and powerful connections, 5G’s impact on transportation is starting to take shape, and it’s on our roads where there’s the greatest sense of anticipation. While the arrival of the much-vaunted, fully autonomous vehicle is still some way away, most of the world’s major car brands are set to release new 5G-enabled models which link into the internet of things and offer drivers and their passengers a wealth of new opportunities.

Oracle: creating future-ready intelligent supply chains

Article | March 26, 2020

Supply Chain Digital takes a look at how Oracle is helping organisations make their supply chain management future ready. In supply chains of the future, traditional organisations are facing increased process and operational complexity. In order to combat the challenges of Increased buyer expectations, shorter product life cycles, new and changing regulations, trade volatility and fluctuating demand, Oracle details the six essential strategies for supply chain management.

LOCKDOWN LOGISTICS: DON’T WAIT, AUTOMATE!

Article | March 25, 2020

Supply chains are under pressure ordinarily, and in current times with a sweeping pandemic affecting countries from the GCC, the value of automation in supply chains and warehouse management logistics is more apparent than ever.The ability to find solutions that do not require direct human engagement is what will separate your business from others as processes can be tracked in the cloud, while warehousing can run with minimal labour and maximum fluidity.