Title: Explain the influence of technology on employment, business operations, and global activities.
Course: Principles of Business and Marketing (12051-36) > Section: Investigating Technological Trends

Explanation should include current influences and trends in the areas of

- employment
  - resources for job seekers
  - electronic job application processes
  - electronic training processes
  - necessity for lifelong learning to remain current with knowledge and skills
  - use of social media

- business operations
  - communications
  - planning
  - management
  - finance and accounting
  - working remotely (telecommuting, videoconferencing)
  - conducting business in an online environment
  - use of social media

- global activities
  - manufacturing and production
  - transportation and distribution
  - communication
  - human resources
  - use of social media

- privacy and security issues
  - personal data
  - client data
  - financial data
  - social media
  - identity theft.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What effects have the various types of electronic communication had on business?
- How do the various types of electronic communication impact marketing functions?
- How can various computer applications be used in business?
- How has technology improved business transactions?
- Why is it important for all employees to have a working knowledge of the business’s primary computer software applications?
- What possible disadvantages may use of new technologies bring with them?
- How has the employment application process changed as a result of technology?
- Why is it important for a business to keep pace with changing technology?
- How does telecommuting benefit the employer, the employee, and society?
- What are the effects of cyber crimes on a business?
- Why are data security practices so important for businesses?
- How is the Internet helpful to consumers in comparison shopping? How is it helpful to businesses in product promotion and distribution?
- How has the Internet affected business-consumer interaction?
- How can social media be used as a resource for job seekers?
- In what manner is social media used in the process of hiring new employees?
- How can social media be used as a marketing instrument?
- Why is implementing and enforcing a social media policy a good idea for a business organization?