# Software Speeds Delivery of Aid, Helps States Respond to COVID-19

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## Overview

With the effort to address the pandemic entering a new phase, it can be hard to appreciate just how quickly science turned a corner in the fight against COVID-19. Historically, vaccines took two to five years to develop at a minimum, and even with new advances, researchers estimated it would take 18 months to develop a vaccine to address last year’s pandemic.

The scientific advancements over the last year have been nothing short of miraculous, and software-enabled technologies played a crucial role every step of the way. Even today, software technologies—especially blockchain—continue to play a vital role in the distribution and supply chain security of COVID-19 vaccines.

## Resources

- Connecting the Dots — [During Crisis, Digital Transformation Helps Governments Speed Distribution of Aid](/content/blog/during-crisis-digital-transformation-helps-government-speed-distribution-aid/index.html), September 23, 2021