Jingdong holds an annual tech event dubbed JD Discovery (JDD), which had 4500 in attendance in 2019. The event brings together professionals from all tech fields to deliberate on the most relevant matters and establishments in the sector. In 2019, the main topic was centered on opportunities brought on by technology as well as its empowerment.
JD.com has benefited from the adoption of technology and its implementation in business operations.
Just by a mere glance at the statistics, the firm currently has 18,000 R&D workers, most of whom have a postgraduate degree and above. In 2018, the firm had more than 3,400 permits on tech solutions in various industries. For the past ten years, the retail sector has significantly changed thanks to technology. The effect is also evident in other areas, as well.
JD.com has explored the numerous benefits brought on by technology and implemented it in retail and logistics. The future lies in technology where small and medium-sized companies can obtain solutions to corporate challenges. Through the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the company has been looking to exploit more ventures in the energy industry.
Under a partnership with the State grid, which is a state power firm in China, Jingdong seeks to implement the technology beginning with Heilongjiang, Liaoning as well as Inner Mongolia in Northeast China. There has been a growing number of families throughout China who are willing to try the Internet of Things (IoT) technology to facilitate a smart home experience. The firm provides a unique approach as the lifestyle targets residential compounds and individual homes.
JD.com has forged alliances with over 20 heads of the real estate sector in 30 towns across China. These efforts are aimed at offering IoT solutions to enhance smart asset management. The inclusive features are provisional QR code, which grants guests access, smart parking remittance, and face detection when getting into the building.
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On-time delivery has helped placed Jingdong on the path of success. As a retail e-commerce enterprise, it has established an excellent infrastructure in China to facilitate its operations. The company has 97 warehouses, 715 pickup positions, and 1,808 delivery places.
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