Factors of Globalisation Flashcards

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What are 7 factors of globalisation?

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  • technology
  • financial systems
  • management and information systems
  • trade agreements
  • security
  • transport
  • communications
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What other factors link to communication? Why?

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transport; in-person meetings of people from a variety of nations
technology; easy, fast sharing of information etc. which removes many barriers globally

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Give an example of security as a factor of globalisation

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anti-terrorism and crime; supply chain security; biosecurity > increased threats > tightened security > delays

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explain how trade agreements are a factor of globalisation

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formed for benefits of nations and can improve global peace - they allow for the transfer of goods and development of interdependence between nations

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explain how financial systems are a factor of globalisation

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high speed, electronic trading systems which also allow for better regulation of markets

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how is transport a factor of globalisation?

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products can be shipped quickly and in large quantities. Low costa and high speed

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Give an example of when management and information systems allow globalisation to occur…

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the fast fashion industry, which is reliant on transport from different management organisations

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How many troops make up the Blue Helmet UN peacekeeping mission?

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70,000 from 120 nations

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What is the aim of the Blue Helmet UN peacekeeping?

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  • protect civilians
  • monitor disrupted borders
  • monitor peace
  • provide security
  • assist ion training of military
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How do management systems enable development?

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allow influx of capital and increase in exports into one country, whilst surrounding countries receive less, increases power and wealth allowing

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