A2 Modern Technologies

Question 1

What are the advantages of collaborative technologies?

Answer 1

People can share ideas from around the world allowing views from culturally diverse workers
People with disabilities who may find it difficult to get to the work place or access materials can use software functionality to help them to contribute
24/7 access means workers are not constrained by the traditional working day. This allows more flexible working and also working across time zones
Flexible teams can be created with remote workers contributing with office workers
Casual staff can be brought into the team

Question 2

How can modern technologies be used?

Answer 2

Collaboration tools
Communication tools
Scheduling and planning tools

Question 3

How can you communicate with stakeholders?

Answer 3

Website
Social media
Email
Voice communication

Question 4

How do modern technologies aid inclusivity?

Answer 4

Interface design
Accessibility features
Flexibility of work hours and locations

Question 5

Positive Impacts of Modern Technology

Answer 5

Collaboration
Inclusivity
Remote working
Access to allow working across time zones

Question 6

Negative Impacts of Modern Technology

Answer 6

Required infrastructure e.g. networks ad devices
Demand on infrastructure
Availability of infrastructure

Question 7

Positive impact of technology on individuals

Answer 7

Flexibility

Working styles

Question 8

Negative impact of technology on individuals

Answer 8

The individual needs to be self-motivated
Allows greater control over the scheduling of work leading to greater flexibility
Eliminates or reduces the pressure of commuting to work