Module 2

 

 It amazes me how much the internet has expanded right in front of my eyes without even realizing it. When the internet first came out my thoughts were that it is evil and I didn’t want anything to do with it. I started using the internet about 5 years ago so everything was new to me, so to read about the process and all the software we use to do things is mind blowing to me, it makes me think that maybe the internet is not all evil.

Workflow Software is a management system that started up in 1990s. This software made things change in a huge way; people no longer have to work from their desk they can work from anywhere that has the internet connection. PC and Email were the biggest breakthrough in the workflow software so people can connect with others like never before.  This software saves so much time and money for companies and individuals all around the world; it made getting the work load done so much faster, and makes work so much easier.  Using standardized Protocols you can set your computer up to take over for you and do things for you without anyone being there to help. I think it is awesome how easy it is now for someone to start up their own business, and run it all by their self without having to hire anyone to work for them, and can make money doing it from their own home.     

With Community developed software people are able to share things like music, movies, and books for free cutting out the traditional providers. Community-developed software movement, Wikipedia, and Blogging/ podcasting are three forms of uploading. With uploading we can all be producers, and critics. I can upload a song I wrote and hear what people think about it. The cool thing about Community developed software is it is free to use. I find it really nice to download a movie that I would like to watch and not have to pay for it or to go anywhere to get it. The bad side to this software is that a lot of people are going out of business because when you don’t have to go leave your house or pay for things why would.

Outsourcing is a day to day business strategy.  Out-sourcing reduces and controls operating cost and it improve company focus. It is a strategy, where an organization contracts out major functions to specialized and efficient service providers.  Outsourcing helps companies mitigate risk, can deliver significant savings, and to provide a buffer capital fund to companies that could be leveraged that best profits the company.