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The Technology Industry CP100 – Introduction to Computing The Technology Industry Nearly every job requires you to interact with technology to: Complete projects Exchange information with co-workers Meet customers’ needs As new technologies emerge, organizations look for potenti...

The Technology Industry CP100 – Introduction to Computing The Technology Industry Nearly every job requires you to interact with technology to: Complete projects Exchange information with co-workers Meet customers’ needs As new technologies emerge, organizations look for potential employees who possess skills and a desire to learn and who are comfortable using all types of technology The Technology Industry Information Systems in the Enterprise An information system is a set of hardware, software, data, people, and procedures that work together to produce information To assist with sound decision-making, information must have value Information Systems in the Enterprise For information to be valuable, it should be: Accurate Verifiable Timely Organized Cost Accessible Useful effective Information Systems in the Enterprise A typical enterprise consists of a wide variety of departments, centers, and divisions — collectively known as functional units Engineering or Product Human Resources (HR) Manufacturing Development Marketing Sales Customer Service Information Systems in the Enterprise Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integrates MRP II with the information flow across an organization to manage and coordinate the ongoing activities of the enterprise Manufacturing Accounting and Product planning Sales and distribution finance Customer Human resources support MRP II is an extension of the original materials requirements planning (MRP I) system. Materials requirements planning (MRP) is one of the first software-based integrated information systems designed to improve productivity for businesses. Information Systems in the Enterprise Information Systems in the Enterprise Document Management System (DMS) Information Systems in the Enterprise A transaction processing system (TPS) is an information system that captures and processes data from day-to- day business activities Online transaction processing (OLTP) Information Systems in the Enterprise A management information system (MIS) is an information system that generates accurate, timely, and organized information so that managers and other users can make decisions, solve problems, supervise activities, and track progress Information Systems in the Enterprise Information Systems in the Enterprise A decision support system (DSS) helps users analyze information and make decisions Online analytical processing (OLAP) Information Systems in the Enterprise An expert system is an information system that captures and stores the knowledge of human experts and then imitates human reasoning and decision making Technology Careers Business and government organizations of all sizes use a variety of computers, mobile devices, and other technology Larger organizations use computers and other technology to answer and route phone calls, process orders, update inventory, and manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and payroll activities Technology Careers IT jobs usually are divided into the following areas: Research and Technical support Management software Operations services development Information security Training/Support Marketing/Strategy services  Technology Careers The technology equipment field consists of manufacturers and distributors of computers, mobile devices, and other hardware, such as magnetic and optical drives, monitors, printers, and communications and networking devices The software and apps field consists of companies that develop, manufacture, and support a wide range of software and apps for computers, the web, and mobile devices Technology Careers The technology service and repair field provides preventive maintenance, component installation, and repair services to customers Technology Careers Technology salespeople must possess a general understanding of technology and a specific knowledge of the product they are selling Technology Careers Schools, colleges, universities, and private companies all need qualified educators to provide technology-related education and training Corporate trainers teach employees how to use software and apps, design and develop systems, write programs, integrate and sync data from apps used on multiple devices, and perform other technology-related activities Technology Careers A help desk specialist answers hardware, software, and networking questions in person, over the phone, or electronically via email or a chat room An IT consultant, typically hired based on expertise, provides technology services to his or her clients Technology Careers System Development Jobs  Technology Careers Technology Operations Jobs  Technology Careers Web Marketing and Social Media Jobs  Technology Careers Data Storage, Retrieval, and Analysis Jobs  Technology Careers Information and Systems Security Jobs  Technology Careers App Development and Mobile Technologies Jobs Technology Certifications A certification demonstrates your knowledge in a specific area to employers or potential employers Obtaining a certification requires time and money  Technology Certifications Application Software Certifications Help desk Office Corporate trainers specialists managers/workers Technology sales Technology representatives teachers Technology Certifications Data Analysis and Database Certifications Database Data scientist administrators Digital Database forensics analysts examiners Technology Certifications Hardware Certifications Cable Computer Corporate installation repair trainers technicians technicians System Help desk IT consultants engineers and specialists administrators Technology Certifications Networking Certifications Hardware Network service IT consultants managers technicians Network System engineers administrators Technology Certifications Operating System Certifications Hardware Help desk Network technicians specialists administrators System IT consultants administrators Technology Certifications Program/Developer Certifications Mobile application Game developers IT consultants developers Project Systems analyst Web developers leaders/managers Technology Certifications Security Certifications Information Law Military Network security officers enforcement intelligence administrators and managers officials officers Wireless Network Security network security administrators administrators specialists Job Searching and Career Planning Many job opportunities may exist in your industry, so it is important to narrow down the available jobs to ones for which you are qualified and in which you are interested Tools at your disposal include the career service department at your school, career planning websites, and online social networks Whether you are seeking a new job or currently are employed, you may find a career planning website useful Job Searching and Career Planning The Technology Industry CP100 – Introduction to Computing