4Q.docx4.1 Assignment: Devotional
1. Review the material on Corinthians 4:2.
2. Be sure to address the following prompts in your paper:
a. Discuss why there is a higher expectation of managers in general but even more so in the technology field.
b. What adjustments do you need to make in your current management or leadership role to enhance your faithfulness to your employer, coworkers, or direct reports?
3. Your paper should be at least 250 words in length.
4.2 Discussion: Textbook Reading
· Textbook: Principles of Information Systems
1. Read Chapters 7 and 8 in your textbook.
2. Using the discussion link below, respond to the following questions:
a. What was the most useful takeaway for you from this workshop’s reading?
b. What concept from the reading is the most applicable to you now in your profession, and how might you implement it?
4.3 Discussion: E-Commerce and M-Commerce
1. Read Chapters 7 and 8 in your textbook.
2. Using the discussion link below, respond to the following prompts and questions:
a. Explain the differences between e-commerce and m-commerce. What are the main points in developing effective e-commerce and m-commerce functionality and policy for an organization? What issues are characteristic of payment for e-commerce and m-commerce capability? Discuss one area of concern you would address as an enhancement in the e- and m-commerce environment.
b. Compare and contrast the following enterprise systems: CRM, ERP, and PLM systems. Explain when and how these systems and the features provided by the systems would be used in your workplace. When and why would you implement these software solutions?
3. Your initial post should be at least 300 words and supported with credible outside references.
4.4 Assignment: Research Paper (Phase 2 of Final Project)
Resources:
Article: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED543801.pdf
PDF: https://www2.census.gov/geo/pdfs/gssi/SWOT_Table2.pdf
1. Review the article and PDF found in the Resources section.
2. In the second part of the final project, you will provide a SWOT analysis of the technology systems in use within the organization. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. You may focus on just the strengths and weaknesses for the project.
3. Every organization has some strengths that can be identified.
a. Be sure to recognize the strengths and the success those strengths bring to the organization when considering mission and goals.
b. However, the main purpose is to find weaknesses where recommendations can be made. Provide clear reasoning and justification for the weaknesses, as you will be using those when making the recommendations in the final paper.
4. As in the Workshop Two assignment, you will be including this portion in the final paper due in Workshop Six.
5. This analysis should be three to four pages in length and follow APA format. Provide references to any sources you use.
. For questions on APA style, go to OCLS APA Writing Style Guides.
