Module 2 Assignment 2: Integration of Technology

Assignment 2: Integration of Technology

Over the years, technology has not only changed the way individuals utilize it but also how organizations utilize it. As each generation of technology improves and changes, the availability of technology in the field of business analytics also changes. Therefore, businesses need to do all they can to keep current with these trends and ensure their staff is current as well.

Using the Argosy University online library resources and the Internet, research the latest technology that is being utilized in the field of business analytics for data-driven decision making. Select at least 2 scholarly sources for use in this assignment.

Complete the following:

• Find and describe at least three technological components that are required for data-driven decision making. Be sure to explain how each component is relevant to business analytics.
• Describe how a company would implement each of these components of technology. Explain the purpose and how it would be utilized within the company. Explain any other considerations that should be taken into account.

Utilize at least 2 scholarly sources in support of your assertions.

Make sure you write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in appropriate and accurate representation and attribution of sources; display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Write a 3–4-page report in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M2_A2.doc.

By Wednesday, May 18, 2016, deliver your assignment to the M2: Assignment 2 Dropbox.

Grading Criteria

Assignment Components	Proficient	Max Points
Find and describe at least three technological components that are required for data-driven decision making.	A specific description of each component is included. The description includes how it is relevant to business analytics.	40
Describe how a company would implement each of these pieces of technology.	The description includes the purpose of each piece of technology, and clearly describes how it is utilized within the company.	40
Academic Writing
Write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in appropriate and accurate representation and attribution of sources (i.e., APA); and display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Use of scholarly sources aligns with specified assignment requirements.	Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in appropriate and accurate representation and attribution of sources; and displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Use of scholarly sources aligns with specified assignment requirements.	20
Total		100