Homework
The purpose of the journal entry homework in this course is to demonstrate that you can link specific technologies to the business side, so it is essential that your analysis focuses on linking and synthesizing information learned in this course to the greater body of knowledge related to computer-based information systems.
For this journal entry, you will analyze enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to explain what the technology is, why it is important, its business significance, and its social and/or ethical implications.
To complete this journal entry, be sure to address the critical elements below, labeling each section as follows:
o Technology Definition: Describe the technology and its industry in a concise summary.
o Business Application(s): Explain the possible business applications of the technology, addressing the following questions: Why is this technology important or significant? How does the technology create value for businesses? What processes are improved, enhanced, or changed positively?
o Business/Society Implication: Assess the potential implications of this technology to businesses. Consider ethical and societal impacts. This section needs to be analytical rather than descriptive.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.