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?