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The pandemic has highlighted that agility and speed in work structures are important to overcome economic difficulties and to face new competitors

The spread of false information has been a constant throughout the pandemic, and has damaged the public's confidence in science and the institutions related to it. Nevertheless, it is possible to regain credibility through appropriate communication and transparency.

The pandemic has prevented companies and start-ups from interacting as they once did within the beneficial framework of open innovation. With an optimistic outlook, we delve into how organisations can and must reinvent themselves to ensure that their relationships with third parties remain fruitful.

The history of the vaccine dates back a long way. In 1976, the physician, Edward Jenner, tried to inoculate an eight-year-old boy with a small amount of bovine smallpox-infected material. Months later, he injected the virus into the vhild and found that he had developed immunity. Although they were initially dismissed by sceptics, the vaccines are now a success story. The World Health Organisation (WHO) figures corroborate this growing trend in longevity: humans are living on average six years longer than at the beginning of this century, with the average life expectancy now standing at 73 years.

The pandemic and teleworking have forced many companies to rethink their internal communication. Gamified experiences, podcasts and training manuals for working in this environment are some of the ideas for reinforcing a sense of belonging and keeping employees engaged.

Social projects attract entrepreneurs and 'start-ups', while there is a movement for venture capital funds and accelerators to bet on these initiatives.

New ways of producing, consuming and distributing energy are resulting in the development of a new electricity model that is more user-friendly and environmentally friendly.

The coronavirus crisis has been the driving force behind the insurance industry's digital transformation. The adoption of technologies such as video-operation and telemedicine, the growing importance of cyber-risk policies and the offer of on-demand insurance are some of the trends that will continue to grow.

From laboratories to warehouses, companies in the sector are using tools to speed up the discovery of new drugs and improve internal processes

The retail sector has begun combining the advantages of e-commerce with those of in person sales in order to improve customer experience. Technologies such as artificial intelligence and sensors are opening the door to new services such as intelligent fitting rooms and personalised product recommendations

The pandemic has changed consumer behaviour. The rise of home cooking, the popularisation of online shopping, the focus on savings and the preference for healthy products are all trends that retailers are already adapting to.

For most people, life can now be defined by pre and post-coronavirus. Consumers have changed their shopping habits faster than companies and brands have been able to accommodate. Now the customer is digital by default and practices responsible consumption.

Predicting risk, customizing policies and using data to anticipate and generate new products are some of the applications that artificial intelligence may have in insurance in the near future. The customer demands new services and the industry is transforming to meet the changing needs of the market

The pandemic has accelerated the digital consumption of products and services and generated new rules in consumer behaviour and organisational processes. In addition to the consolidation of the online channel, another physical purchasing channel is also beginning to take shape that could change the future of virtual consumption

Protecting the physical and mental health of professionals is a growing concern in the wake of the pandemic. Technologies that preserve office security, digital tools to combat stress, and measures to promote motivation are some booming corporate trends

New technologies and confinement have changed the way we recruit workers and teach skills that keep businesses on the cutting-edge.