Amazon is now using thermal cameras in order to screen warehouse employees as a detection system for COVID-19. The thermal cameras are only being used at certain warehouse locations, and they are able to screen for COVID-19 by detecting elevated temperatures. If the thermal cameras detect an elevated temperature, the employee will then need to complete a thermometer check.
Amazon’s efforts to screen warehouse employees will ensure that it can remain operational, as it can protect warehouse facilities against potential outbreaks of the virus. This can be done by isolating any individuals who show symptoms of the virus. Amazon remaining operational is important as e-commerce is seeing higher than normal demand, due to contactless delivery systems.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Thermal Camera Health Screenings
- Opportunity for companies to implement thermal camera health screenings for employees and customers in order to keep their facilities safe.
- Contactless Delivery
- Opportunity for companies to implement contactless delivery systems in order to meet the high demand for online shopping during the pandemic.
- E-commerce Platform Optimization
- Opportunity for companies to optimize their e-commerce platforms in order to capitalize on the increased demand for online shopping during the pandemic.
Sectors Adopting This
- Warehouse Management
- Opportunity for companies in the warehouse management industry to implement thermal camera health screenings in order to protect their employees and customers.
- Delivery Services
- Opportunity for companies in the delivery services industry to implement contactless delivery systems in order to meet the high demand for online shopping during the pandemic.
- E-commerce Platforms
- Opportunity for companies in the e-commerce platform industry to optimize their platforms in order to capitalize on the increased demand for online shopping during the pandemic.
