This document discusses various types of information and communication technology (ICT) applications that can be used in business. It outlines common software types like word processors, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and graphics software. It also mentions specific applications such as desktop publishing, animation, mobile device management, and computer-aided design software. Finally, it discusses how ICT can be used to start an online business and the importance of planning and research.

1. ICT APPLICATION
IN BUSINESS-Montes
-Reyes
-Llego

2. ICT AS A TOOL IN BUSINESS
• In today information technology era, many jobs require
artistic and creative skills with a computer. Examples are
graphics designer, interactive designer, illustrator,
cartoonist , layout artist, and others. You have to learn
and practice the use of the software programs to be able
to master your skills. There are also businesses that you
can start with your skills in Photoshop like photo editing
service, create/sell stock photos, photo restoration
service, graphic design business, web design, t-shirt
design, greeting card, art design, etc.

3. COMMON TYPES OF
APPLICATION SOFTWARE
• Word processor – It is a program that allows the user to create
and edit documents, letters, reports and other text documents.
• Spreadsheet – It is a program where rows and columns of data
are organized, calculations are performed, and reports are
generated.
• Presentation software – It is a software that is used to convey
information, ideas, messages or products to a target group of
persons.
• Database program – It is a program created to organize data
and information in a manner desired by the user or in a format
for its convenient recovery and access.

4. • Graphics software – It is a program for drawing, illustration,
colouring, and editing pictures.
• Desktop Publishing – It is a software used for creating multiple
pages such as newspaper, manuscript, brochure, and webpage.
• Animation software – It is a program to draw, create, and edit
animations.
• Mobile Device Management (MDM) – It is a software for
portable/mobile devices while providing network and I
information secure.
• CAD (Computer Aided Design) software – It is a program
optimized for designing and drawing of homes, buildings, cars,
airplanes, furnitures, machinery, lighting and landscaping.

5. • Web Page building program – It is a software that assists the
users to create and manage Web pages or websites.
• Accounting software – It is a program designed for integrated
accounting applications for any business including schools.
• E-mail – It is a software used to compose, send and receive e-
mail from a mail server.
• Collaborative software – It is a software that helps groups of
people to communicate and organize activities through a
common interface, document management, and project/content
management.

6. • Web Conferencing – It is a program used for online
meetings, webinars, and e-learning.
• Cloud Computing – It is an internet-based computing
utility where you can store, process and access data and
programs from the internet or third party data centres.
• Social Media - It is a social networking site that allows
users to create share information, pictures videos and
interact with each other.

7. ICT AS A BUSINESS
ENTERPRISE
• You can set up an online business involving products or
services using available open-source or subscription
online platforms and tools.
• Before venturing into an online business, get your
business idea form everyday difficulties that people
encounter. Find the product or service that will make
people’s lives better, easier, or safer. Find something that
you love to do and if it can help people, then you can start
a business.

8. • It is also very important to plan and make an extensive
research about your business, like your target market,
your competitors, financial matters, and how viable is you
ICT business. You can learn these things from any
entrepreneurial Development books or materials.