Technology: Introduction
Segments
Cloud Computing Services
A relatively new segment, cloud computing is the practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a local server or a personal computer.
Electronic Commerce
Companies in this particular segment design and publish software to conduct business-to-business and business-to-consumer transactions through the Internet and other computer networks.
Entertainment Software
Companies in this segment create video games and other entertainment software. Major products include items such as console software, handheld games, smartphone applications, and personal computer games.
The Technology industry is Highly Concentrated. The production in this industry is dominated by a small amount of large firms that are able to shape the industry’s direction and price levels.
Primary Demand Drivers
- Rapid technological advances, but spending depends on the health of the domestic economy
Profitability Drivers
- Technical expertise
- Innovative services
- Effective marketing
From the Blog 
Automation, a familiar term to all of us, was rarely used 100 years ago. Technology advancements took place at an exponential speed during the last century, and this trend shows no evidence of slowing down. It is estimated that 40% of the world’s jobs will be replaced by automated robots in the next 15 years. While both blue collar and white collar professions will be affected, occupations that involve dangerous and repetitive activities will be up first. Artificial intelligence and automation are destined to change the workforce and transform the routine of many industries.
Just 10 years ago, no one knew what Netflix was. In fact, in 2008, then Blockbuster CEO, Jim Keyes said, Netflix isn’t “even on the radar screen in terms of competition.”
Today, Netflix is the preeminent leader in the streaming service business with more than 125 million subscribers worldwide, and Blockbuster declared bankruptcy only two years after that interview.
Sources
- SelectUSA (Date Accessed: 6/1/2017)