Safety Technology and PPE amid Pandemic

By MedTech Outlook | Friday, July 24, 2020

Technology has been a driving tool amid the unprecedented crisis that the world is currently trying to mitigate, by ensuring an immediate supply of essential equipment and products.

Fremont, CA: The unprecedented Coronavirus pandemic exposed the several shortcomings and loopholes in the current healthcare sector, in its wake. Business, companies, and industries have adopted a major shift in terms of operations and functionality due to pandemic-induced lockdown.

Chemical companies have ramped up their production volumes, as the demand for essentials such as hand sanitizers, personal protective equipment for frontline workers, face shields and masks has surged. Additionally, there is also a slew of management and administration changes that are underway to deal with the pandemic and extend support to vulnerable communities.

Widespread Operational Intelligence- Producers, and manufacturers have begun harnessing the benefits of a well-connected and far-reaching digital enterprise. This can help them monitor their production process, take stock of their raw materials, and optimize stock levels, even from remote locations.

Adaptability and Communication across Supply Chain- When supply chains are facing disruptions due to lockdowns, producers of essential services have aligned their operations to meet the immediate needs by employing a highly networked and data-driven system. This offers real-time supply and helps meet adequate demand.

Artificial Intelligence- Artificial Intelligence and machine learning have provided an impetus to manufacturers, where they can consume huge amounts of data and predict demand and user preferences. This streamlines and enhances their user-experience by coordinating a timely delivery.

Collaborative and Connected Logistics- Now, more than ever, a well-established network of digitally connected logistics is important. It enhances the producer’s responsiveness, efficiency, and contingency planning. A manufacturer can respond in record time to supply orders with systems efficiently, monitoring their stock and coordinate a timely delivery to customers.

Adequate Information- A well-informed manufacturer is best at his capabilities to deliver merchandise with immediacy and no errors. Digital tools help to sort out mounting information about parameters and production operations. It also helps in the smooth facilitation of business operations in a resource-efficient way.

Technological capabilities have proven their worth as massive health crisis has gripped the world, it has enabled production houses and industries to pivot their resources to aid the urgent needs of the society.