The e-commerce and sustainable development in the face of the covid-19 impact. Emergent trends and strategies for Mexico

Abstract

This work analyze the relationship between e-commerce and sustainable development. We examine the trends for e-commerce in Latin America and Mexico, considering the effects of covid-19 and their impacts on electronic commerce. The objective of the work is to demonstrate the need, given the speed that current changes require, to take advantage of the possibilities of e-commerce to promote sustainable development. The methodology used in this work includes analysis and synthesis, as well as the use of deduction for the theoretical treatment of the subject. A qualitative methodology and descriptive analysis are used to show current trends in e-commerce. Electronic commerce, together with the action of governments and companies, can help minimize social impact and promote sustainable development in the new scenario of health and economic crisis.