... Using Developing Nations as a Resource for International Business Thanks to the versatility of technology and the increased demand for skilled workers the populace in developing nations has become a valuable and cultivatable resource for international business. In fact, there are very few aspects of their lives which have no interaction with developed nation technology and businesses. These people are potentially a very valuable asset for the international business community, as they represent not only a vast, mostly untapped, consumer group but also a source of plentiful, cheap labor. From their earliest moments the international community has begun integrating into their world to educate, train and eventually employ them to create the goods and services the developed nation’s desire. If that wasn’t comprehensive enough, these developing nations are also seen as a research and development (R&D) location where products are launched in order to be tested and refined for sale at a later date in more developed countries globally. International businesses are investing time and funds in nearly every aspect of these nations’ ongoing development, in part, to further their own aim and increase their profitability. Before they are even born one of a multiple of international businesses may have already touched their life through supplementary healthcare, or health screening fort their pregnant mother. Among these many outreach programs for healthcare in developing nations you...
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...Should Developing Countries Invest More in technology? In the last 200 years the term “technology” has changed. It was first described as the study of useful arts before the 20th century. Technology is now defined as the making, modification, usage and knowledge of tools, techniques, systems and machines in order to solve a problem or improve the current situation (Merriam-Webster, 2014). The use of technology began with early evolution of man, with the first piece of technology to be used being a stone simply because human’s wanted to find a better way of living, to do work easily and adapt to their environment. Technology development was at a faster rate during 1500-1800AD, because people did not have any scientific principles. People built or came up with technological tools by error and trial. When people discovered same scientific principles, several of them where applied to the manufacturing of sophisticated machinery, for example motor engines for transport, electrical generator, clothing machines for cloths, etc. In this period of time better engines, machines and alternative sources of energy where discovered, which lead to a massive scale of industrialization (Agarwal, 2012). Today technology plays a huge part in sectors of people lives from communication, transportation, education, mass production of food and medical research. Despite technology being a major success for developed countries they is a huge argument if developing countries should also spend huge...
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...The Internet will bring about a new freedom of information and so narrow the technology gap between developed and developing countries. The Internet has emerged as the most rapidly adopted communication mean in history. For the last decades it has built bridges between almost all corners of the world and created the greatest depository of all kinds of information. Access to these new technologies enabled rapid development of all countries. Some states that were always lagging behind the leading countries now do have the possibility to use all facilities of the communicational breakthrough and as a result the difference between them becomes less and less noticeable. The onset of computers on the general population has given a boost to the economy in the world's market. People who weren't much aware of the world became drawn to computers, which in turn brought about the Internet, connecting the world all over. New technologies made it possible to get the information about all new inventions, to be involved in the current political and economical affairs. Third-world countries that have always been somehow separated from the other part of the world now are having the same informational base. They can apply the same technologies in their industry, use the same methods of treatment in medicine, etc. Moreover, now they have a chance to communicate with companies all over the world and get new business partners. All this helps them to get progress in the economical life and increase...
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...Chris Wysong Econ 110 10/25/2013 Main Response Paper Technology and Education in the Developing Countries of Africa Both technology and education play a key role in how a country stands out amongst the rest and how developed that country is. Without out them, the country can never advance into the stage of being able to qualify themselves as a developed country, such as those found in Europe, North and South America and some in Asia. These “developed” countries have these benefits of using technology such as the internet, cell phones, and scientific innovations whenever they need too and abundant education opportunities to expand ones knowledge with the hopeful benefit of getting a higher paying/better job. However this is where the developing countries, especially countries in Africa, struggle. The benefit of technology and education isn’t just around the corner for Africa, rather it’s barely within a hands reach for one to use. Because of this, many problems will ensue for these African nations. Without the full use of technology and education, African countries may never know the benefits of having such medical treatments, the expanded international network from the internet and cellular devices, and a more educated population. Medicine has been, literally speaking, a life-saver for millions upon millions of people. It has helped us overcome many different sicknesses and diseases and has also increased the life expectancy of the human race substantially. Without it...
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...Integration paper 3 technological divide among poor and rich Beth BUrnett Integration paper 3 technological divide among poor and rich Beth BUrnett 2016 2016 As Digital Natives, who were born into the technological world, we should be striving to find a way to at least make the basic modern day technologies available to those who need it most. Imagine waking up every day and not being able to reach over and check your phone for missed messages, or even being able to turn on your light to see what you are doing. We don’t think about how fortunate we are to have those “luxuries”. For 3 billion people, this is reality, no phones, no internet, no communication. When you wake up the first thing you do is check your phone, believe it or not 4.4 Billion people still do not have access to Modern day technology. As a Digital Native, I believe this needs to change, not because they are missing out, but because it can be a matter of life or death. Despite the rapid spread of technology, only 1.16 Billion people have a working phone line. That means 6.14 Billion people do not have a way to call for help. For example if the people of Haiti did not have cell phones when they were hit by the massive earthquake, they would not have gotten the help they needed as quickly as they did. Many people have heard about the Ebola virus that swept across Africa and the sub- Saharan dessert areas, because many of the villages that were severely affected by the disease did not have active phone...
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...course of the last decade; arguably as a direct result of technology. We are constantly reminded of the technological advances when attempting to complete the simplest of everyday tasks, viewing entertainment, and all other various forms of entertainment. Nearly everything we do on a daily basis requires some form of technology; cell phones, emailing, vehicles, computers, even schools are all the result of technological advancements that would not have been possible without the significant strides that have been taken in both the business and scientific worlds’. Understanding that technology carries such significance in our lives, can we fathom even just one day without any form of technology? For any business, technology impacts internal and external users alike; companies should take heed to view any new technology they want to implement from all aspects. The company should conduct research to ensure any technological changes will ultimately benefit their customers, employees, and potential customers. One of the most important things to do as a business owner is to ensure that all updated technology is done so in such a way that is conducive to new and repeat business; by maintaining customer awareness, this will aid in the IT team developing the most beneficial technological advances while also discovering new ideas for improvement. * A business should introduce a new product to customers using technology. Technology gives individuals the ability to gain experience or knowledge...
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...Getting an Inside Look: Given Imaging’s Camera Pill The factors which makes Iddan, an engineer with no medical background, to pioneer the development of wireless endoscopy are he as an electo-optical engineer and was working on developing the “eye” of guided missile to its target. His friend at boston gave him information about technology used for viewing the interior lining of the digestive system which had lots of limitations, specially with viewing the small intestine. This small intestine causes serious disorders and only in United States approximately 19 million people suffer from disorders. Existing technology like X-ray and endo-scopes were unable to identify or investigate about small intestine. So the only option left was surgery and which was very crucial if the physician does not know which part of the small intestine is affected. So his friend encourages him to come up with better technology. Due to technology revolution after decade small video cameras which uses image sensors like CCDS (Charge coupled devices) has been developed. With his knowledge from developing the eye of guided missile he tried to make small missile like device which could travel through the intestine without a life line leading to the outside of the body and transmit images wirelessly to a receiver outside of the body. He has also done small experiment on chicken with his developed camera and as he succeeds he got more encouragement but he found battery of that camera get exhausted in...
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...THINKING QUESTIONS – MODULE/WEEK 7 Read Chapter 3 of the Sterin text. Select 2 questions from the list below to answer: 1. Select a recent mass media technology (e.g., the iPad) and explain what you think its future will hold as it relates to the stages of technological innovation. 2. What do you think computer-based mass media technologies will look like if Moore’s Law is applied for another 10 years? 3. What do you think books and libraries will look like 10 years from now, and what do you believe are the 2 or 3 main technological advances that will lead us there? 4. Describe what you see as one of the main roadblocks to technologically driven change in developing countries in Africa or Asia today. Read Chapter 9 of the Sterin text. Select 2 questions from the list below to answer: 1. Do you believe that newspapers are dying as a result of the challenges posed by the Internet and digitally related content platforms, or do you think the newspaper industry, as a whole, will succeed in adapting and becoming viable? How do you feel about critics’ claims that Arianna Huffington has brought about the death of newspapers? 2. Toward the end of the Arianna Huffington video segment, Huffington is asked to predict how her news source will change in the next 10 years. Given what you have learned about developing mass media technologies and the effects such developments have had on journalism and journalistic practices, what would you predict? 3. In the video segment titled “Corporate...
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...also limits their ability to take risks that would help them to research and design new technology to get them back into the market. That means that when Mr. Spinks has an idea that would normally be a great opportunity for the company to jump out in front of its competitors, instead of immediately jumping into that project, they must first consider all options. Their situation makes the endeavor, and ones like it, far more risky than they should be. b. Micro – on a smaller scale, the companies head of R&D, Mr. Spinks, faces a problem of his own when he comes up with an idea for a new type of lamp that he believes could be the next step up from LED lighting. This is obviously a huge idea, and a big risk to any company. This company however, also happens to be struggling, making it necessary for the organization to discuss all possible risks before agreeing that it is the right idea. This is a typical high-risk, high-reward situation. If Dim Lighting decided to take a risk and put money into developing and producing this new product, they have to be confident that it will in fact be the next big thing. If not, the organization could lose all the money they had put into the project, which at this point would be devastating. II. Causes – the major cause of the organizations problems might be their hesitance to make somewhat risky calls when it comes to developing new technology. Mr. Spinks’ idea for the next big thing in lighting is a good example of this. Management’s...
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...“Once a new technology rolls over you, if you're not part of the steamroller, you're part of the road”. I believe that during the journey on life’s highway, one should keep their eyes on the destination. I have a strong determination and a fire burning inside me that inspires me to fight against all obstacles and hurdles. I was born in the era of 90’s where Indian kids just started seeing video games .The outdoor sports were losing its realm as kids on those days were attracted by video games ,electronic toys attractive colorful images on screen ,animations etc. When I was growing up found mobile, laptops, ATM’s penetrating the markets and in the life style of people. It was changing people way of working. I still remember my fathers all time peeping pager and I always used to wonder how come someone send a message on air and the pace at which it was send. Seeing this at a young age I always wanted to know more about it specifically one question always rolled: How it works? This curiosity has always inspired me to be near science and technology. This eventually led me doing my undergrads in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Government Engineering College Gandhinagar which is one of the top most state college of state and which is affiliated with Gujarat Technological University (GTU). This curriculum included courses like Mathematics, Computer Programming and...
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...Chapter 2 : Many parents are under the belief that technology and gadgets are essential for a child's development, but can you go too far? How much time should a child spend in front of a screen is a question being asked not just by worried parents but psychologists, health organizations and even governments. Read an expert's guidelines for managing a child's screen time, and his warnings on the dangers of recreational screen time, especially before bedtime. A new TLF Panel survey conducted on behalf of kids clothing retailer Vertbaudet.co.uk found that four in five parents believe technology and gadgets are good for kids, aiding in their development. The study found that 37 percent of parents asked said that their child spent between one and two hours a day playing with tech gadgets, and 28 percent said between two- and three hours. Moreover, the study found that 38 percent of two- to five-year-olds own an Android tablet, and 32 percent own an iPad; almost a third (32 percent) of these kids also have a mobile phone. The reason behind all this gadget use: over a third of parents (35 percent) said they use tech gadgets to entertain their children because they are convenient, and nearly a quarter (23 percent) because they want their children to be tech-savvy. A 2015 survey of 1,000 British mothers of children aged 2 to 12 found that 85 percent of mums admit to using technology to keep the kids occupied while they get on with other activities. The AO.com...
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...internally. This based on the fact that Stan Accord’s Management style appeared to have trust factors. Stan Accord’s predecessor, Art Brewer, was known for maintaining low operating costs during his tenure as Coastal County Court Clerk. Although it is good to maintain low operating cost, it meant operating in the dark ages because there was a lack of technology and they did not have a website. Once the County began to grow at a very fast pace, due to retirees moving into Amber beach, there was a need for more property development. To that end, Coastal County’s Court Clerk has to begin to advance in new technology that includes training programs for the employees to utilize the technology. There also needs to be methods for better communication to minimize conflict by developing some type of conflict resolution program and focus on new initiatives that will improve and maintain superior service to the residents of the county. Describe the Situation Issue and Opportunity Identification There are several issues and opportunities in the Coastal County Clerk of court situation. The three identified issues include a lack of technology, lack of a means to address conflict, and the ability for citizens of Coastal County to have the ability to access information more quickly without having to come to the court. There opportunities to address these issues. First, the County has to advance its current way...
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...Effects of Technology on Classrooms and Students * Change in Student and Teacher Roles * Increased Motivation and Self Esteem * Technical Skills * Accomplishment of More Complex Tasks * More Collaboration with Peers * Increased Use of Outside Resources * Improved Design Skills/Attention to Audience Change in Student and Teacher Roles When students are using technology as a tool or a support for communicating with others, they are in an active role rather than the passive role of recipient of information transmitted by a teacher, textbook, or broadcast. The student is actively making choices about how to generate, obtain, manipulate, or display information. Technology use allows many more students to be actively thinking about information, making choices, and executing skills than is typical in teacher-led lessons. Moreover, when technology is used as a tool to support students in performing authentic tasks, the students are in the position of defining their goals, making design decisions, and evaluating their progress. The teacher's role changes as well. The teacher is no longer the center of attention as the dispenser of information, but rather plays the role of facilitator, setting project goals and providing guidelines and resources, moving from student to student or group to group, providing suggestions and support for student activity. As students work on their technology-supported products, the teacher rotates through the room, looking...
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...Explain an area of technology that you see developing in the next few years, and how do you see yourself interacting with that technology One of the applications of technology that I making big changes in the world over the next few years is Biomedical Engineering. There are so many ways that cool technologies can be applied to save lives. From 3D printing tissue to nanotechnology, I think the innovation and application of engineering in medical fields is going to be extremely significant. As far as interacting with it, I will be taking an introductory course on biomechanical engineering in the Fall, in which I hope to learn a lot more about how I can further the field. In addition, this summer I am interning with the IP team at a law firm....
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...Technological Fix a) Examine the factors that may have influenced the global pattern of Internet use shown. (10 marks) There are many factors that could have possibly influenced Internet use across the globe. One main factor is the strong correlation between how developed a country is and the amount of Internet they use. The North – South divide shows this, with countries such as Canada, North America and the UK having 61-80% of the population connected. Whereas, places such as India and Central Africa only have 0-10% of their population connected. Therefore the development of the country impacts the percentage of people connected (the richer the country the more people connected) due to them having more technology and having more money to develop and spend on technology. Another factor that may have influenced the global pattern is whether the country is land locked. Land locked countries can loose out on internet connection as often fibre optics are passed over oceans and therefore land locked states/countries don’t benefit. In addition if these land locked places are also less economically developed they may not be able to afford to put in place different infrastructure to ensure they are connected. For example, Uganda is a landlocked country and is also an LEDC and therefore, cannot afford to put in place infrastructure to gain connectivity for Internet use as well as newly industrialised countries like Taiwan. Finally, factors such as political issues may cause a influence...
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