If you have not done so already, please view this video from the three waves associated with the use of IT.
Then, read the article on how smart, connected products are transforming companies Finally, read the article on how smart, connected products are transforming competition.
Based upon the above video and articles, IT can be described as having three waves: automate individual functions, integrate value chains, incorporate IT into product and service offerings.
Give an example of each (automate, integrate, incorporate) for specific businesses and cite your sources.
Internet sources are OK if you provide the hyperlink. You can use the same business for each of the 3 categories or different businesses for different categories.
No APA format - 2 pages excluding title and reference
How Smart, Connected Products Are Transforming Companies : The operations and organizational structure of ?rms are being radically reshaped by products' evolution into intelligent, connected devices. by Michael E. Porter and James E. Heppelmann