Technology is a part of our everyday lives. Just like our lives technology is also shaping the way we do business. See how much of an influence technology has on the way we do business today.

1. IT in the Business World
How has IT shaped how we do business?

2. Introduction
 Technology is a part of our everyday lives.
 Smartphones
 The Internet
 Apps
 Smartwatches
 Business is the same way
 Computers
 Email
 Virtualization
 The Cloud

3. History of Business and IT
 IT and business have always gone hand-in-hand
 1975 Microcomputer introduced to small businesses: Solidified functions
 1978-1980 Mid-Range Systems introduced: Servers that employees could access data in real time
 1980-1986 Personal Computer Technology: Able to do store and do more with computers
 1986-1990 The New Age of Information: Companies realized computers increase productivity
 1990-1998 Windows Operating Systems: Introductions functions specific for businesses
 1998-present Internet Technology: Creating new career paths

4. IT and Business Today
 Better Communication
 Human Capital
 Efficiency
 Mobility

5. Better Communication
 Not limited to calling on the phone
 Able to send emails
 Can have video conferencing
 Have multiple channels that information can be sent through to clients and co-workers

6. Human Capital
 Recruiting made easier by advertising online
 Personal assessments can be done for pre-screening
 Can target qualified candidates

7. Efficiency
 Speeds up work flow
 Digital filing saves space
 Backup allows for files to be recovered faster
 Files can be accessed with a click of a button

8. Mobility
 Video conferencing can connect people on opposite sides of the world
 Productive increase because employees can work from wherever
 Reduces travel cost by allowing people to meet via the internet

9. Stats about IT and Business
 57% of businesses have acquired a customer through their company blog
 94.7% of businesses have internet access
 47.1% of businesses have a web presence
 1.3 billion people will telecommute this year
 Two thirds of small businesses would find it a major challenge to operate without wireless
technology
 50% of sales are lost because content cannot be found

10. Conclusion
 As time goes on we will see technology continue you to shape and change how we do
business
 If you are a business without some of the latest technology you could be missing out on
huge opportunities
 Contact Us today to see how we can help you grow your business through IT.