This activity addresses the following module outcomes:
MO1: Analyze technology-fueled disruptions in business. (CO5)
MO2: Compare technology architectures. (CO1)
The on-demand economy has sprung from industry disruption, innovation, and the underlying technology. As mentioned in the textbook and the Module Notes, the technology architecture has provided a path from a great idea to the consumer's phone or another device. In your initial post, answer the following questions from Chapter 1 of the textbook (Turban et al., 2017).
1. What precipitated the on-demand economy?
2. How is IT contributing to the success of the on-demand economy?
3. List the six IT business objectives.
In your response, also complete the following:
1. Identify IT architecture changes needed to support the success of the on-demand economy
Your response should be substantive and include reference citations and use APA formatting.
As you will see in the rubric, to maximize your points on the discussions, you should make sure you adhere to the following:
Consistently synthesize and tie in specific, relevant information and examples from course materials, and from own experiences or current events, to support ideas.
Frequently make comments that build on what has already been said and extends the discussion, moving it forward. Encourage a deeper analysis of content by asking meaningful, relevant questions about postings.
Posts are well-organized, clearly and concisely written. The posts are easy to read and free of spelling and grammatical errors. Sources, if applicable, are present and cited correctly. Posts are courteous and respectful of other viewpoints.