The Covid-19 outbreak highlights the volatility of the global economy, urging business leaders to implement strategic measures to secure personnel, ensure business continuity, strengthen collaborations, adapt their operations, and prepare for recovery to thrive beyond the crisis.

Digital transformation is essential for companies to gain competitive advantages, increase revenues, enhance operational efficiency, and improve both customer and employee experiences, while also addressing skill gaps and supporting better decision-making.

This article explores the global trajectory of vehicle electrification and Li-ion battery advancements, emphasizing the ongoing shift from internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs) to electric vehicles (EVs), despite challenges posed by Covid-19, while highlighting the increasing alignment of sustainability and economic value through innovations in battery recycling.