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Sophisticated Information Technology in an Era of the History of Democracy: A Hindrance or An Advantage?

Democracy has been proven to be the political womb of development since its conception in ancient Greece. The key feature of democracy is the freedoms and liberties it provides, especially its freedom of speech. It has brought about a culture … Continue reading Sophisticated Information Technology in an Era of the History of Democracy: A Hindrance or An Advantage?

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Key Reasons Why IT Systems Are Challenged or Fail

Information technology systems comprise software and hardware purposely designed to aid in accomplishing business tasks and objectives. They collect, process, organize, communicate and store information for smooth, effective and efficient running of an organization. IT systems simplify complex business processes … Continue reading Key Reasons Why IT Systems Are Challenged or Fail

The Fourth Industrial Revolution: What It Means, How To Respond

We stand on the brink of a technological revolution that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and relate to one another. In its scale, scope, and complexity, the transformation will be unlike anything humankind has experienced before. We do not yet know just how it will unfold, but one thing is clear: the response to it must be integrated and comprehensive, involving all stakeholders of the global polity, from the public and private sectors to academia and civil society. The First Industrial Revolution used water and steam power to mechanize production. The Second used electric power to create … Continue reading The Fourth Industrial Revolution: What It Means, How To Respond

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Bright Simons Makes MIT Technology Review List of Top 35 Innovators Under 35, 2013

Young Ghanaian entrepreneur, Bright Simons, has made the MIT Technology Review 35 Innovators under 35 list for 2013 for his innovation which enables people to determine whether their medicine is genuine, using text message technology. Bright’s mPedigree Network has developed system where … Continue reading Bright Simons Makes MIT Technology Review List of Top 35 Innovators Under 35, 2013