Employment in Information Technology

Their are many various careers out there for someone with a degree in Information Technology, but the skills that one can learn from these technologies also can help you land that dream career.  In a world that is rapidly evolving with all kinds of various technologies it is important to know how to stay ahead and be able to adjust, just as quickly as your job.

Many employers are looking for someone that can understand the ins and outs of information systems and databases.  Chances are that many careers involve some use of Information Technology everyday.  Even starting jobs as a help desk consultant use information technology to work through their jobs.  By processing many customers who may have problems and transferring the problems their having into useful information that is sent to developers to fix the product.

What jobs/careers can you think of that require the use of Information Technology? Have you applied for any job positions that required at least a minimum amount of IT in the workplace?

Sources: www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm

How Has IT Changed Business?

Information Technology (IT) has had a huge impact on the business world.  It has changed the way companies operate, manage, and conduct their businesses.  Innovations such as the internet and mobile computing have made it possible for a business to stay connected from anywhere in the world.

A perfect example of this is UPS.  UPS using IT to provide a service for both sides of the equation.  The UPS tracking system makes it possible for vendors, customers and UPS themselves keep track of an item being shipped around the world.  They use a complex database to produce tracking codes, handheld devices for drivers to update the destinations and current locations of the product, and a convenient user friendly interface on their website for customers to track their orders.  This takes alot to make it work, and UPS does a good job of keeping their orders on time.  About 9% of all packages are either lost or late; but this is not always at the fault of UPS.  That is not a bad number, but it could be bigger considering how big UPS is.

What are some examples that you can think of that uses IT to revolutionize their industry?

Sources:

http://packagefox.com/blog/how-does-the-ups-tracking-system-work/