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1.1 Emerging Technologies
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- 1What is an Emerging Technology?New technologies that developing or will be developed within 5-10 years. This will substantially alter the business and social environment.
These include information technology, wireless data communication, man-machine communication, on-demand printing, bio-technologies, and advanced robotics. - 2What cycle does a new technology go through in its life time?A new product or system goes through the Technology Life Cycle which consists of:
Research and Development
Ascent
Maturity
Decline - 3List some examples of Emerging TechnologiesMobile Working
PDA's
Remote Working
Artificial Intelligence (E.g. Robotics & Code)
Virtual Reality (Simulated Environments)
Carousel Navigation
Integration of Web 2.0
Biometrics
Quantum Cryptograhy
Computer aided translation
3D and holographic imaging
Amazon Go (Checkout less shop) - 4What is Mobile Working?It gives users the freedom to work from any location as long as their device can connect to the internet. It reduces the need for desktop, laptop or any other device as it frees you from your desk.
- 5What Jobs are related to Mobile Working?Helpdesk Support
ICT
Teleworking
Airports, train stations etc
Businesses with busy schedules
Marketing - 6What are some advantages of Mobile Working?Send and receive mobile phone calls
Send and receive emails (If they have an internet connection)
Send and receive instant messaging
Use applications
Communications with a remote computer
Being able to work 24/7 from any location with an internet connection
Improves oral communication - 7What are some disadvantages of Mobile Working?There is not always wifi access
Mobile phones use a small display so work is harder to see on screen
Networks can be unsafe to use so, more at risk to hackers - 8What is a PDA?PDA stands for personal digital assistant, it is a handheld device which acts as a computer by allowing internet and network features and telephone calls.
- 9What are the advantages of a PDA?It has active GPS
It shares information with a PC
It has a PIM calendar which manages contacts and lists
It is portable so work can be done on the move
Allows direct messaging, email and phone calls to be made - 10What are some disadvantages of a PDAThe cost of purchasing the hardware can be expensive
The user may have to subscribe to a usage contract which charges them monthly for free calls, text messaging, data used etc
It can cause a distraction when focusing on work or driving
It can potentially get stolen if used outside of the business - 11What is Remote working?This is defined by employees operating away from an employer's place of business. This could be on the road, in external ICT facilities or teleworking from home.
- 12What jobs are related to Remote Working?Helpdesks
Accountants
Sales Representative
Program Manager
ICT Engineer
Coders
Consultants - 13What are the advantages of Remote Working towards a business?No need for physical desk space as the user will be working from outside the business
You can do all the required tasks of the job from at home e.g. on a Collaborative Working System
The users will be able to increase productivity as they can space out their workload
Time is saved because users do not need to travel into work so, time can be spent doing something productive - 14What are the disadvantages of Remote Working towards a business?Flexibility is an issue as there is a lack of routine
Users may not find motivation to do work as they are not in the proper working enviornment
If users have a problem, they will find it hard to solve it on their own so, they may need to e-mail users for help
There may be a lack of attention to detail because if you have other people at home while you work e.g. children then they may demand your attention - 15What is Artificial Intelligence?It is the ability of a computer to perform tasks such as reasoning and learning that human intelligence is capable of doing.
- 16What are some advantages of Artificial Intelligence?Reduces errors as the coding is specific
Allows repetitive jobs to be done efficiently e.g. the assembly line
Machines do not need breaks but humans do
No need to pay robots - 17What are some disadvantages of Artificial Intelligence?High manufacturing cost
Lacks creativity as it is created by code so, there is no AI input when making decisions
Increases unemployment for employees
Artificial Intelligence is more prone to hacking and is only designed for a specific purpose whereas, humans are not - 18What are Biometrics?Biometrics measures and analyses specific human characteristic in order to correctly identify an individual.
E.g. Fingerprints scanners, Voice patterns/activation, Retina/iris scanners, Keypad to prevent unauthorised users from entering a room, Swipe card readers. - 19What are some advantages of Biometrics?Security is a main benefit as the system is harder to hack and prevents unauthorised users from entering a room.
Biometrics are very accurate, they identify human characteristics and password etc.
Helps to save time as the user does not need a key to enter a room but can use a fingerprint scanner etc instead so, time isnt wasted looking for the correct key. - 20What are some disadvantages of Biometrics?The costs of biometric devices is high in relation to traditional security devices such as locks.
Some biometric devices have a delay time when accepting the password/human characteristic etc.
Some people suffer from physical disability and may find it hard to use biometric devices. - 21List some advantages of Emerging Technologies for businessesAllows businesses to book travel or car hire
Video conferencing
Faster processing
Speeds up data transfer due to point of sale and hand held devices
Allows users to work outside of the office
The Emerging Technology may take longer to become obsolete - 22List some diadvantages of Emerging Technologies for businessesWith the increase in technology, employees may become frustrated as they might not understand how to use the new technology
Training may be required if new hardware or software etc is introduced into the business
Purchasing new technologies can be very expensive for the business - 23List some advantages of Emerging Technologies for LeisureGaming Industry - Up to date, new hardware, allowing for an immersive experience e.g. Virtual Reality
Digital Photography - Mobile phones have the capabilities of doing what a camera can do and potentially in higher resolution/quality e.g. Video recording and taking pictures
Music - Many people used to listen to music on CDs but now, many people listen to music on the internet and they can subscribe and pay to listen to music they want.
Pay to view - Most people used to watch television on their TV however, most people now use the internet to subscribe to streaming services which allow TV shows to be watched on any device with internet access legally. However, this costs a certain monthly fee.
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