2. Ask your workplace supervisor or mentor to give you a list of possible trade journals and/or websites that have specific information pertaining to the industry that you are working in
3. Now access at least 2 of these sources of information
Record a bibliography detailing the source, edition and date/time you accessed the information using the Harvard referring method
5. Now make identify at least 1 innovation or technological advancement that is currently of interest
in your sector or business. 6
. Present a copy of the article you accesses for your information
7. Then deliver a presentation to the rest of the class giving the following information around the article/journal/website you accessed
7.1. Background to the topic of innovation or technology 7.2. Is the presented innovation/technological advance already available in South Africa not
where is it available?) 7.3. How is it changing/has it changed the way that organisations in the sector/business works?
74. How does this innovation/technological advancement affect the organisation in terms of 741. Customer base?
7.4.2. The larger South African business sector?
7.4.3. The global business sector?
7.5. Does the article give any background as to the run up (steps) that lead to the innovation/ technological advancement? Try to find out
7.5.1 Why it became necessary?
7.5.2. Who first thought of it?
7.5.3 What was necessary to make it happen?
7.5.4 How did they go about inventing it?
7.5.5. When will it be available to everyone in the sector?
7.6. Present any controversial issues related the innovation/technological advancement
presented
76.1 From the article (expressed by others)
76.2. From discussion with your team (expressed by members of the team)
Bibliography:
1. Trade Journal: "Industry Trends in Technology Advancements" (2021). Accessed on January 15, 2021.
2. Website: "Tech Innovations in the Business Sector" (2020). Accessed on February 3, 2021.
Presentation:
7.1. Background: The topic of innovation and technology advancements in the business sector is constantly evolving with new developments to improve efficiency and productivity.
7.2. Availability: The presented innovation/technological advance is currently available in certain regions globally but not yet in South Africa.
7.3. Impact on Organizations: This innovation is changing the way organizations work by streamlining processes, increasing automation, and improving communication.
7.4. Impact on:
7.4.1. Customer base: It enhances customer experience, increases satisfaction, and drives loyalty.
7.4.2. South African business sector: It improves competitiveness and drives growth.
7.4.3. Global business sector: It sets new standards and benchmarks for innovation.
7.5. Background to Innovation:
7.5.1. Necessity: The innovation was developed to address specific industry challenges and improve operations.
7.5.2. Origin: The idea originated from a team of engineers and researchers in a tech company.
7.5.3. Development: It required significant research, funding, and collaboration to bring the innovation to fruition.
7.5.4. Invention: The invention process involved testing, refining, and iterating to achieve the desired outcome.
7.5.5. Availability: It is expected to be available to everyone in the sector within the next year.
7.6. Controversial Issues:
7.6.1. Article Perspective: Some experts question the long-term implications and ethical considerations of the innovation.
7.6.2. Team Discussion: Members of the team express concerns about job displacement and potential security risks associated with the technology.