A.

Define the following Information Technology Trends, provide one (1) specific
example, demonstrate the hindrances in its implementation and using your own
concept provide a resolution.

1. Cloud Computing
Example:
Google App Engine

Concept:
Cloud computing is a type of computing that relies on
shared computing resources rather than having local servers or personal
devices to handle applications. In its most simple description, cloud
computing is taking services ("cloud services") and moving them outside
an organization's firewall.

Hindrances in its Implementation:

 Data Security and Privacy
 Cyber Attacks
 Service Quality
 Performance and Bandwidth Cost
 Incorporating with Existing Infrastructure
 Governance and Control

Resolution/s:
Cloud Computing (CC) is attracting increasing interest due to promises of
greater economic efficiency, lower environmental impact, simpler
operation, increased user friendliness and a number of other benefits.
However, the evolution of CC raises a number of important issues relating
to, for example, the fact that the technology is still developing, data
processing has become global, and lack of transparency is making it more
difficult to enforce privacy and data protection rules. These issues may
magnify certain risks inherent in data processing, such as breaches of
information security, violation of laws and principles for privacy and data
protection, and misuse of data stored in the cloud.
2. The Internet of Things
Example:
IoT enabled Smart Homes

Concept:
“The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of interrelated computing
devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals or people that
are provided with unique identifiers and the ability to transfer data over a
network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer
interaction.”

Hindrances in its Implementation:

 The “high” investment cost
 Security
 Technology infrastructure
 Communications infrastructure
 Immaturity of IoT standards
 Procuring IoT

Resolution/s:
In considering the use of IoT-enabled products and services, consumers
will need clear, easy to understand information about how they work;
choice to decide whether and when to use them and from which providers;
and strong rights to protect their privacy, security and health. The TACD is
carefully assessing both the benefits of the IoT and the consumer
concerns related to it and remains committed to bringing forward concrete
recommendations. The TACD has already adopted several resolutions
that are applicable to the IoT.

3. Enterprise Software
Example:
Business Intelligence

Concept:
Enterprise software is an over-arching term for any software used in large
organizations (whether business or government). It is considered to be an
essential part of a computer-based information system, and it provides
business-oriented tools such as online payment processing and
automated billing systems.Enterprise software is also referred to as
enterprise application software.
 Hindrances in its Implementation:
The Selection Problem
Technical Issues
Data Quality Issues
Business Philosophy Changes
“Mindshift” Issues

Resolution/s:
Align ERP with your corporate strategy
Develop a digital vision
Mobilize
Create a multi-device environment
Upgrade and optimize ERP
Rationalize your data
Update security protections
Monitor your backups
Go paperless
Nurture ERP talent

4. Artificial Intelligence
Example:
Tesla

Concept:
Artificial intelligence (AI) is an area of computer science that emphasizes
the creation of intelligent machines that work and reacts like
humans. Some of the activities computers with artificial intelligence are
designed for include:
 Speech recognition
 Learning
 Planning
 Problem solving

Hindrances in its Implementation:

 Building Trust
 AI Human Interface
 Investment
 Software Malfunction
 AI Can’t Replace Every Task
 Higher Expectations
 Resolution/s:
Resolution is a theorem proving technique that proceeds by building
refutation proofs, i.e., proofs by contradictions. It was invented by a
Mathematician John Alan Robinson in the year 1965. ... Resolution is a
single inference rule which can efficiently operate on the conjunctive
normal form or clausal form.

5. Block Chain
Example:
Supply chains and logistics

Concept:

Hindrances in its Implementation:

Resolution/s:

6. Cyber Security
7. Augmented Reality