In the 21st century, society has been undergoing a technology-driven transformation which heralds a new revolution that has potential to strengthen the position of an individual and community but may also lead to the marginalization of certain groups. The Internet of Things takes advantage of the technology’s potential to improve digital competencies and the quality of life in society. The purpose of this paper is to obtain information about the digital competencies and needs of contemporary seniors and pre-senior age people, as well as socially sensitive groups from Poland’s rural areas. To strength the level of internet infrastructure in rural areas, power line communication (PLC) systems that utilize high-voltage line(s) between transformer substations are presented as a cost-effective communication tool. PowerLink IP has made PLC systems today more attractive and efficient than ever before. Based on nation-wide representative surveys conducted in deliberately selected groups, we collected information on digital competencies and formulated recommendations pertaining to the structure and contents of an innovative internet portal as regards offering, sharing, and the availability of commercial and social services targeted at seniors and other dependent groups. The recommended portal combines the needs of target groups with interests of entrepreneurs, self-government authorities, and NGOs.

Human resources are an important factor in logistics. Their lack of or gaps in competence development cause serious consequences. The aim of the article is to indicate the main factors that may shape the sphere of human resources in logistics, their importance and the need to develop cooperation between enterprises in this area. This study is exploratory (literature studies, internet resources). The subject matter is also the result of the author's research and the LOGOS scientific research project. The content of the article is based on analysis of the factors that have been identified in the source materials. The principle of comparing and searching for analogous subjects in the sources has been adopted. The most important conclusion drawn from the content is to ensure the development of human resources in logistics and to develop cooperation due to the emerging challenges of staff shortages and the development of new technologies.