DISCUSSION REPLY

Discussion 1

One of the most important components of a company is its information system. Information system infrastructure is the backbone of the company. The foundation of this company consists of databases, warehouses, software, hardware, basic communication technology, and so on. This system is useful for data storage, data analysis, data processing, and more. Bits of help grow the company and develop the system. This foundation will be updated from time to time as changes are made. These changes are known as information system infrastructure trends. They are also known as IT trends. Vrana, I. (2012).

Different types of IT trends are observed in different sectors of the company. Trends we've seen so far include artificial intelligence, 5G networks, cybersecurity, drones, and virtual reality. These trends are updating the system to move the company forward and do things efficiently. Artificial intelligence needs to have much less human intervention, as the work is automated and does not require manual work. Artificial intelligence provides organizations with a variety of machines and applications. These are smart applications and machines that are fully automated and follow a specific schedule. Then follow the instructor's instructions to do all the necessary work. These applications are programs created by IT professionals. Task automation is a highlight of artificial intelligence.

Cybersecurity is one of the areas of IT. This ensures the security of your company's network and systems. Therefore, we protect the data and confidential information of the company and its employees. This protects the enterprise and allows it to operate efficiently without worrying about data loss. For these reasons, companies excel in their respective fields and compete fiercely with their competitors. Watts, S. (2015).

The Data Frameworks Foundation is the central framework used by associations to perform advanced tasks and store association data. It's a kind of foundation. These foundations are involved in media promotions, databases, gadgets, and programming projects, which are notable fragments of any connection. Anyway, they are called IT structures. The information system infrastructure is constantly being updated. The movements that occur in information system infrastructure are commonly known as patterns. Today, on earth, everything happens on the internet and elsewhere. This example helps protect the system management of your infrastructure. Digital security is a pattern of data structures. On the Internet, a person's security is compromised and that person's data can be compromised. This can be guaranteed with digital security that protects the structure and prevents the loss of data for those who use it.

References

Vrana, I. (2012). Trends in information infrastructure of enterprises . Agricultural Economics (Zemědělská Ekonomika), 52(No. 4), 173-176.

Watts, S. (2015). Application of Dual-process Theory to Information Systems: Current and Future Research Directions. Foundations And Trends® In Information Systems, 1(2), 69-162.

Discussion 2

Information Technology (IT) is the set of tools for acquisition, processing, storage, and dissemination of vocal, pictorial, textual, and numerical information by a microelectronics-based combination of computing, telecommunications, and video. In general, IT represents the convergence of all types of computer equipment, certain electronic (audio and video) equipment, all types of software for use with computers, telecommunications equipment, and software, and other automation techniques. The term information and communications technology (ICT) is generally used and usually refers to the integration of information and telecommunication technology sectors involving their convergence with the media technology sector based on common digital technology.

1) 5th Generation Wireless (5G) - New generation networks and 5G smartphones are expected to bring broadband download speeds over mobile networks and provide 10x faster internet services than 4G. The use of new generation networks will be much wider, with 5G providing impetus for further developments.

2) Internet of Things - This the network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and many other items embedded with electronics, software sensors, actuators, and connectivity, which enable these objects to connect and exchange data.

Companies already started leveraging the prototypes of these technologies where most household electronics are run on micro-electronics run using wifi which can be controlled from anywhere around the globe. 5g technology is still in development but a lot of smartphone manufacturers are selling devices that can tackle 5G before it is still nonpractical. All these companies are making enormous amounts of revenue and as well creating a better future for the society as well by reducing the delay and work. Virtual collaboration can be much faster and without any lags creating a better working environment for most employees in the IT sector and other fields.

References:

[1] GUDANOWSKA, A.E., (2017). Modern Research Trends within Technology Management in the Light of Selected Publications. Science Direct. [Online]. Available fromwww.sciencedirect.com. [Accessed 5/5/19]

[2] KABANDA, G., (2019). Lecture Notes on ‘E-Commerce’, Management Information Systems, Module 12, NUST / ALMA, Mt Pleasant, Harare. 26 April 2019.