Week 7 Discussion 1&2

Week 7 Discussion 1

"Factors" Please respond to the following:

• Identify three factors to consider in determining the competitive value of information technology. Justify the selected factors.
• Of the factors selected, determine if each factor is applicable to all businesses and industries, and explain why or why not.

Week 7 Discussion 2

"Social Media" Please respond to the following:

• Analyze how social media provides a competitive advantage for an organization’s Web strategy, given that many companies have started hiring personnel to handle Facebook and Twitter posts. Explain why a robust Web presence matters to company executives.
• Imagine that you are the CIO of a well-established company. State three compelling reasons why your company should utilize social media to attain a competitive advantage and explain your answer.