Covid-19 pandemic has been the major tool in accelerating the global growth in e-commerce market. Â
The pandemic has reshaped consumer behaviour and industry trends, despite its drastic impact on most industries across the world.
The consumers’ preference for online shopping surged following the emergence of the pandemic, especially for food and essentials, from $89.4 billion in 2019.
The e-commerce market in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region is projected to grow at 18.4 per cent by 2022.
Following the increased demand for online shopping, the logistics industry had to adapt quickly and efficiently to meet consumers’ requirements.
As one of the largest business centres in the world, Dubai managed to tackle this challenge with ease, given its logistics infrastructure that integrates advanced technologies.
The logistics industry in the UAE stood out by remaining operational during the pandemic and preventing any shortage of essential supplies and equipment.