Content Area 3 Flashcards
Emerging Issues and impact of digital
Define ‘inclusive workplace’.
An inclusive workplace is an environment that values and respects individual differences, where all employees feel welcomed, accepted, and supported.
Define ‘Things’ in the context of IoT.
Things refer to physical devices and objects connected to the internet for intelligent decision-making, such as mobile phones for online banking, smart home devices for controlling lighting and heating, etc.
Define cognitive technology in the context of AI.
Cognitive technology is a product within AI that is trained to think and behave like a human. It aids in making faster business decisions and can automate tasks.
Define company culture and its significance in organizations.
Company culture refers to shared values, beliefs, expectations that guide and motivate employees, impacting teamwork and performance.
Define deep learning and its relation to AI.
Deep learning is a function of AI that mimics the human brain’s data processing and pattern creation to make decisions, often referred to as deep neural learning or deep neural network.
Define digital transformation.
Digital transformation is the process of using technology to fundamentally change how businesses operate and deliver value to customers.
Define diversity in the context of the workforce.
Diversity in the workforce refers to the range of people with varying skills, needs, ages, religions, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and disabilities, emphasizing the value of differences.
Define e-waste.
E-waste stands for electronic and electrical waste, encompassing discarded electrical and electronic equipment and their components without intent for reuse.
Define ethics and morals in the context of digital production, design, and development.
Ethics refer to the moral principles guiding behavior, while morals are beliefs about right and wrong.
Define observational techniques.
Observational techniques refer to methods of closely watching and monitoring individuals or situations to gather information or detect changes.
Define organisational culture and its importance in an organization
Organisational culture refers to the beliefs, values, and ways of interacting that shape the social and psychological environment within an organization.
Define situational awareness.
Situational awareness is knowing what is happening around you and being aware of potential hazards.
Define the concept of ‘Garbage In, Garbage Out’ in the context of digital technology.
Refers to the idea that flawed input will result in flawed output, emphasizing the importance of quality data for accurate outcomes.
Define the digital divide.
The digital divide refers to the gap between those who have access to technology and those who do not, often due to factors like lack of money, internet access, IT literacy, and location.
Define the purpose of a strategic plan in digitally transforming an organization.
A strategic plan outlines the mission, vision, values, and long-term goals of an organization, guiding how it responds to opportunities and challenges in a digital environment.
Describe a practical application of AR in retail.
IKEA offers an AR experience through its app, allowing customers to visualize furniture in their homes before purchase. This helps in assessing how items fit with existing decor.
Describe machine learning the context of AI.
Machine is an application of AI where computer systems learn and improve with experience without being explicitly programmed, focusing on developing programs that enable systems to learn from data.
Describe open-source software.
Open-source software is software where the source code is available for anyone to inspect, modify, or enhance under an open-source license.
Describe some positive effects of digital technology on society.
Positive effects include bridging the global gap, providing access to a wide range of resources through the internet, and enabling faster and easier communication.
Describe the challenges faced by organisations and individuals with increased reliance on technology in terms of moral and ethical issues.
Organisations and individuals encounter various challenges as technology dependence grows, requiring ethical considerations and responses.
Describe the concept of maximising data into more useful information for decision making in the context of IoT.
Maximising data involves gathering large amounts of data through IoT to enhance operations and functionality, such as surveillance footage, exercise tracking, and social media data for analysis and decision-making.
Describe the environmental impacts of increased technology use in businesses and homes.
Technology use can have both positive and negative environmental impacts, with considerations needed to balance efficiency gains with increased energy consumption.
Describe the ethical considerations related to autonomous systems.
Ethical considerations include the potential for new safety issues, cyber-attacks on data, and the need to balance tasks dangerous to humans with the risks posed by autonomous systems.
Describe the impact of AI on reducing operating costs in medical facilities.
AI can reduce operating costs in medical facilities, allowing for more staff employment. It enables personalized treatment plans, drug protocols, and wider access to information for improved patient care.
Describe the impact of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks on a network.
DDoS attacks overwhelm a network with excessive traffic, disrupting its normal operation and communication.
Describe the impact of managing change in an organization due to a change in strategy.
Managing change impacts organizational structure and should align with organizational and personal values to support successful implementation of new strategies.
Describe the impact of technology on the banking sector in the last 10 years.
Technology in the banking sector has brought both positive and negative impacts revolutionizing financial control through wireless technology and smartphones.
Describe the importance of good policies in organizations.
Good policies outline intentions, values, and long-term goals for employees, contributing to a positive workplace culture.
Describe the importance of the human aspect in digital transformation.
The human aspect in digital transformation is as important as technology, as digital professionals need to understand ethical and moral issues within the digital sector for various business contexts.
Describe the importance of two-way communication in the workplace.
Two-way communication allows employees to share ideas and suggestions, leading to process improvements and enhanced production.
Describe the positive results of having a strong, positive organizational culture.
Positive culture can lead to increased employee engagement, productivity, innovation, and overall well-being.
Describe the potential risks associated with designing or implementing autonomous systems.
Potential risks include bias from erroneous data, impact on operational functionality, loss of revenue, and ethical considerations.
Describe the purpose of Creative Commons licenses.
Creative Commons licenses allow creators to specify how others can use their creative works, providing a flexible alternative to traditional copyright.
Describe the role of a code of conduct in an organization.
A code of conduct serves as a framework for ethical decision making, communicates organizational values to stakeholders, and guides how individuals are expected to be treated.
