If the gig economy was booming before the Covid-19 pandemic hit, demand has skyrocketed since early 2020. Also known as the ‘platform economy’, it proved to be a lifeline during lockdown imposed restrictions and for those in self-isolation. In 2021, the global gig economy is estimated to reach a worth of $347bn. This estimate represents a greater than 50% increase from a market value of $204bn in 2018. In their recent study, Bodmin predicted a continuous upward trajectory that will reach $455bn by 2023.

Every year, travel trends change, but 2021 is shaping up to be one of the most critical years in tourism history. We expect travel to look a little different than it did pre-pandemic as the world gradually recovers from COVID-19 and borders begin to open. Our blog describes some of the technological trends that will influence the future of air travel.

Can the combined expertise of four APAC Public Employment Services (PES) help solve the current COVID-19 employment crisis? As part of our commitment to supporting global PES, WCC hosted a virtual round table with senior PES representatives from Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam. We encouraged the exchange of experiences and ideas, helping the PES become more agile in their approach to workforce development, responding more quickly to the changing needs of their economies.

For those who aren’t yet familiar with HERMES, it’s an innovative WCC solution for passenger screening and border control. Although its primary function is to combat illegal immigration, crime, and transit of potential terrorists, its features can deliver a range of other benefits, such as mitigating illicit trade. In this article, we discuss using HERMES to restrict illegal trade in wildlife products and animals.

WCC can help mitigate the challenges facing today’s law enforcement and border control agencies. As a leading developer of public security technology, we provide advanced ID/Security solutions for government agencies worldwide. Our ELISE ID Platform delivers high-quality biographic/biometric matching while meeting UMF standards.

High unemployment is creating pressure to link jobseekers to vacancies faster. Every government has needed to reassess the viability of their labor market solutions during and after the pandemic. Still, necessity is the mother of invention. There is some good news for the Public Employment Services tasked with restoring the economically active workforce. We identify 5 top trends in the world of Public Employment Services.

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the world of recruitment, resulting in unprecedented changes to the labor market. While we edge tentatively towards a ‘new normal’, smart Public Employment Services’ caseworkers are looking for “high-tech” solutions to create new employment opportunities.