Social distancing

Universities Respond to the Pandemic by Using Occuspace Crowd Management Technology to Reopen Safely and Promote Social Distancing

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Baylor University, University of Rochester and more using new Occuspace tech to help contain the spread of COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • Baylor University, University of Rochester and more using new Occuspace tech to help contain the spread of COVID-19.
  • Yet, what can be densely populated spaces like libraries and dining halls do not have to remain off-limits for students.
  • Reducing costs and improving the student experience are major factors influencing how universities respond to the pandemic on their campuses.
  • Occuspace is changing the way universities and retailers approach monitoring occupancy to promote safe social distancing.

Home Instead Joins Forces with Amazon Business to Brighten the Holiday Season for Older Adults

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

This year, for the first time in the program's 17-year history, Home Instead is teaming up with Amazon Business to create a contactless gift-giving experience for volunteers and recipients.

Key Points: 
  • This year, for the first time in the program's 17-year history, Home Instead is teaming up with Amazon Business to create a contactless gift-giving experience for volunteers and recipients.
  • This new collaboration with Amazon Business will help Home Instead to providethe same holiday cheer to our local seniors while also prioritizing the safety and wellness of all who are involved.
  • Participating local Home Instead franchises will create customized Amazon Business Wish Lists for local seniors in need.
  • "Social distancing has amplified feelings of loneliness for many older adults, making it more critical than ever for communities to stay connected this holiday season," said Jeff Huber, CEO at Home Instead.

Industrial Internet Consortium Publishes COVID-19 Edition of Journal of Innovation

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

BOSTON, Nov. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) today announced the 15th edition of the Journal of Innovation (JoI) IoT Enabling Fast Response to COVID and other Pandemics .

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Nov. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) today announced the 15th edition of the Journal of Innovation (JoI) IoT Enabling Fast Response to COVID and other Pandemics .
  • As of this publication date, this New York Times chart shows more than 50.5 million worldwide cases of COVID-19 and more than 1.2 million deaths.
  • This edition of The IIC Journal of Innovation shows how IoT will play a crucial role in helping IT organizations adjust to the "new normal," from working at home to social distancing.
  • "In this edition of the JoI, IIC members discuss how IoT can help companies protect themselves and others now and aftermath of the pandemic."

Global Social Distancing Solutions Market by Technology, Gear, and Applications 2021-2026: General Human Being Tracking Market is Forecast to Exceed $9B by 2026

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

This report evaluates the ecosystem, solutions and applications comprising the social distancing solutions market.

Key Points: 
  • This report evaluates the ecosystem, solutions and applications comprising the social distancing solutions market.
  • The report also assesses the factors that will drive a multi-billion-dollar social distancing solutions market in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The report includes social distancing solutions market forecasts for 2021 through 2026 as well as analysis of vendor strategies and capabilities to provide solutions.
  • For example, the intent to engage in social activities that may lead to undesirable contact could be identified as part of social distancing solutions market applications.

The Shyft Group's Strobes-R-Us Looks To Fleet Future, Showcases Emerging Upfit Innovations

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Monday, November 16, 2020

The seminar will provide attendees insights and education around private as well as local, state, and federal fleet management best practices and emerging upfit innovations.

Key Points: 
  • The seminar will provide attendees insights and education around private as well as local, state, and federal fleet management best practices and emerging upfit innovations.
  • Proper safety protocols will be enforced; social distancing will be in effect, and masks will be required for all attendees.
  • Also on display at the event will be a service body upfit from The Shyft Group's DuraMag brand, the company's most recent acquisition.
  • "The open house is an exciting opportunity to showcase both Strobes-R-Us services and products, as well as introduce customers to our brand-new upfit facility," said Chad Heminover, President, Shyft Fleet Vehicles & Services.

"The Faces of COVID-19" Memorial Wall Began its Nationwide Tour in St. Louis

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Thursday, November 12, 2020

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The US COVID Memorial announced that it began a nationwide tour of "The Faces of COVID-19" Memorial Wall on November6th, 2020, in St. Louis.

Key Points: 
  • ST. LOUIS, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The US COVID Memorial announced that it began a nationwide tour of "The Faces of COVID-19" Memorial Wall on November6th, 2020, in St. Louis.
  • It currently contains 23 3X8 foot panels with photo collages or inch hearts, representing every person who died.
  • The Memorial Wall is a way to honor the Victims, help millions of people in mourning, collect photos and eulogies, and promote masks and social distancing.
  • Finding grieving people and families, escorting the Memorial Wall around the country, and building a Virtual Memorial is expensive.

Universities Urged to “Keep Exams Going” in 2021 as Social Distancing Measures Tighten

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

As social distancing measures continue to tighten, it is increasingly unlikely that assessments will return to exam halls or test centers in the first half of 2021.

Key Points: 
  • As social distancing measures continue to tighten, it is increasingly unlikely that assessments will return to exam halls or test centers in the first half of 2021.
  • Questionmark , the online assessment provider, is urging academic institutions to consider all options for keeping crucial assessments going.
  • A new government in the US could lead to more restrictive social distancing measures.
  • While colleges and universities remain open for the time being, hopes of a return to normal are fading fast.

CIIE amid COVID-19

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

The 3rd China International Import Expo (CIIE) concluded in Shanghai on Nov. 10.

Key Points: 
  • The 3rd China International Import Expo (CIIE) concluded in Shanghai on Nov. 10.
  • Some 400,000 professional visitors have registered to attend the expo, making it one of the largest events in the world in 2020.
  • Unlike the first two events, this year's expo is being held amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Anti-epidemic measures are implemented throughout the exhibition area, and people are reminded to wear masks and practice social distancing.

Akoustis to Present at the Craig-Hallum Alpha Select Conference on November 17, 2020

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Meetings will take place virtually on November 17, 2020 given the ongoing call for social distancing due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • Meetings will take place virtually on November 17, 2020 given the ongoing call for social distancing due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • Investors that would like to schedule a meeting with Akoustis management should contact their Craig-Hallum representative or Akoustis investor relations at [email protected] .
  • Akoustis plans to service the fast growing multi-billion-dollarRF filter market using its integrated device manufacturer (IDM) business model.
  • Contact: COMPANY: Tom Sepenzis Akoustis Technologies VP of Corporate Development & IR (980) 689-4961 [email protected] The Del Mar Consulting Group, Inc. Robert B. Prag, President (858) 794-9500 [email protected]

Social Distancing Solutions Market 2021-2026: Non-anonymized Tracking will Predominate through 2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, November 5, 2020

This report evaluates the ecosystem, solutions and applications comprising the social distancing solutions market.

Key Points: 
  • This report evaluates the ecosystem, solutions and applications comprising the social distancing solutions market.
  • The report also assesses the factors that will drive a multi-billion-dollar social distancing solutions market in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The report includes social distancing solutions market forecasts for 2021 through 2026 as well as analysis of vendor strategies and capabilities to provide solutions.
  • For example, the intent to engage in social activities that may lead to undesirable contact could be identified as part of social distancing solutions market applications.