The penetration of digital technology into all aspects of life is no better represented then in the adjustment of work arrangements through the sharing economy. A sometimes-misunderstood term, the sharing economy is a system of peer-to-peer exchanges or rentals facilitated through a digital intermediary. Often associated with the ride-sharing company Uber, many goods and services can be provided through similar platforms, such as meal, shopping and food delivery, personal assistants, contingent workforce, and Internet-based scheduling. Closely intertwined with the sharing economy is an expansion of gig and freelance work. While these short-term or one-time work arrangements are not new, the sharing economy platform allows for a greater number of people to find gig or freelance work. These platforms allow increased access to services and workers in ways not seen before. This carefully researched book covers exciting trends in the business of the sharing and gig economy, freelance workers, and on-demand delivery. This reference tool includes thorough market analysis as well as our highly respected trends analysis. It contains thousands of contacts for business and industry leaders, industry associations, Internet sites and other resources. This book also includes statistical tables, an industry glossary and thorough indexes. The corporate profiles section of the book includes our proprietary, in-depth profiles of hundreds of leading companies, worldwide, in all facets of the sharing economy, freelance workers, and on-demand delivery industry, including private and public firms. Here you'll find complete profiles of the hot companies that are making news today, the largest, most successful corporations in the business. You'll find a complete overview, industry analysis and market research report in one superb, value-priced package.
Author(s): Jack W. Plunkett
Publisher: Plunkett Research
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 236
City: Houston
COVER
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
Chapter 1 MAJOR TRENDS AFFECTING THE SHARING & GIG ECONOMY, FREELANCE WORKERS & ON-DEMAND DELIVERY INDUSTRY
1) Introduction to the Sharing & Gig Economy Industry
2) The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Sharing & Gig Economy
3) The Sharing & Gig Economy’s Effect on Employment, Work Life and Careers
4) Gig Workers’/Drivers’ Rights & Employment Status Evolve
5) Repairs, Errand-Running, Pet Walking and Assembly-on-Demand Businesses Evolve
6) Sharing Economy Gains Market Share in Travel with Online Sites Like Airbnb, Vrbo and Many Global Competitors
7) Private Jet Sharing and Rentals Soar
8) Uber, Lyft and Didi Dominate the Car on Demand (Ride Hailing) Industry
9) Self-Driving, Autonomous Cars Receive Massive Investments in Research and Development Worldwide
10) Bicycle Sharing Grows in Major Cities, But Finances Are Challenging
11) Demand for Home Grocery Delivery Service Such as Instacart and Amazon Fresh Soars
12) Meal Kits from Firms like Blue Apron Make It Easy to Prepare Home-Cooked Meals
13) Grubhub, DoorDash and Others Deliver Restaurant Meals and Household Items to Homes
14) Fashion Rental Pioneered by Online Apparel Firm Rent the Runway
15) Shared Spaces for Co-Living and Co-Working Face Challenges
16) Gig Economy and Self-Driving Cars Pose Insurance Challenges and Underwriting Opportunities
17) The Future of the Sharing Economyand Gig Workforce: Regulation,Benefits, Licensing and SoaringGrowth
Chapter 2 SHARING & GIG ECONOMY INDUSTRY STATISTICS
Sharing and Gig Economy Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
Persons Not in the Labor Force and Multiple Jobholders by Sex, U.S.: 2021-2022
Share of U.S. Adults Performing Gig Work: 2021
Chapter 3 IMPORTANT SHARING & GIG ECONOMY, FREELANCE WORKERS & ON-DEMAND DELIVERY INDUSTRY CONTACTS
Chapter 4 THE SHARING & GIG ECONOMY 150: WHO THEY ARE AND HOW THEY WERE CHOSEN
INDEX OF COMPANIES WITHIN INDUSTRY GROUPS
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
INDEX OF U.S. HEADQUARTERS LOCATION BY STATE
INDEX OF NON-U.S. HEADQUARTERS LOCATION BY COUNTRY
Individual Profiles On Each Of THE SHARING & GIG ECONOMY 150
ADDITIONAL INDEXES
INDEX OF FIRMS NOTED AS HOT SPOTS FOR ADVANCEMENT FOR WOMEN & MINORITIES
INDEX OF SUBSIDIARIES, BRAND NAMES AND AFFILIATIONS
Glossary
