Chapter C - Technological developments & staffing needs

Question 1

The effect of technology on staffing needs

Answer 1

• Technology has directly impacted the staffing needs of some businesses. It has both a positive and negative impact
• Technology has led to some jobs becoming obsolete while also leading to the creation of new jobs
• It has also led to a simplification of labour-intensive jobs in mining, construction, and manufacturing
• Also, give the opportunity to develop the business through new ideas

Question 2

Software

Answer 2

Are the programs used on computers and other electronic devices

Question 3

Automation

Answer 3

The ability of a machine to complete a task without human interaction

Question 4

Machinery

Answer 4

Is a group of equipment that works together to perform a task