May 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has had global ramifications. Thousands of people have lost their lives, millions of people are working remotely, and wearing masks and gloves in public is normal. Businesses at every level are suffering as they attempt to weather the economic downturn, and the transportation sector is no exception. Container shipping, trucking, rail, and air are all facing delays, restrictions, and workforce management challenges. It is vital that our shelves remained stocked for people to get groceries and other essential items. Still, it is becoming more challenging for the transportation and supply chain industry to fulfill those needs.
One change that many transportation experts believe will be lasting is the cargo they are shipping. With more people staying home and preparing meals for themselves, grocery items are in high demand. Many supply chains have had to adjust to handling more consumer items, and people predict that the need for grocery items will remain high even after the lockdown orders are over.
Just because lockdown orders are lifted does not mean that people will flood back into society. Many people will choose to act cautiously and stay at home for a bit longer. Plus, people who previously did not cook for themselves have begun to do so and may want to continue that practice as opposed to a heavy reliance on restaurants and take out. It is unlikely that the supply chain and transportation sector’s demand for grocery items will shrink back to what it was before this crisis.
We are all facing some lasting and long-term changes in the wake of this crisis. In a way, it is impossible to predict how the world will be different until we are living in it. For the time being, the transportation sector has undergone a lot of rapid adjustments to get everyone the supplies they need. As consumers, we can do our part by being patient with delays and short supplies and being kind to the delivery drivers who are still at work. We can all get through this crisis together, as long as we practice compassion. Para Los Trabajadores in Los Angeles focuses on worker’s well being, and so should you.
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