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"Few people would consider starting a business today without using the internet. On the other hand, many businesses started in the last few years have grown quickly and their IT resources have been developed in an ad hoc manner. Business growth can be impeded if the IT infrastucture is not geared to the needs of the business or costs are not controlled" Joe McCormack - MCCAS Belfast
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The application of Information, Communications, and Technology (ICT) in a small business is diverse and growing in importance. It encompasses the production process, marketing, financial control and management information systems. Overall, ICT has revolutionised the way small businesses conduct their activities. Effective use of ICT in your business can make you more efficient, save you time, increase productivity and ultimately improve your financial position. However, the increased use of ICT has brought risks. The threats from viruses and hackers on the Internet have never been prevalent. Small businesses have also become more reliant on their ICT applications, resulting in more severe implications of a failure in these applications. The aim of this workshop is to provide you with a framework, which will help you review the ICT aspects of your business. In addition, you will receive information and guidance on the different aspects of ICT including hardware, software, broadband, how to protect your computer, e-commerce, and finding information on the Internet. The specific topics covered in this module are:
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