Bajan Sun Magazine - Caribbean Entrepreneurs Vol1 Issue 8 | Page 76

BAJAN SUN MAGAZINE OCT 2014 How do you think Technology will change the Global Economy Next? E ncouraging matured generation to be efficient and motivating young generation for a bright future. Yet, there are some limitations to be covered. To make sure new invention of technology is on the right track, utilization of current tech, and it's implications are on a good way, what should be addressed and covered? Suggestions are required both for short term and long term. created a number of challenges for companies and governments. Companies are grappling with the speed of change, new competitors, changing business models, and data security, particularly after the recent high-profile security breach of Apple’s iCloud service. Governments, too, have been slow to embrace change because of concerns about privacy. The Digital Advantage The panelists were unanimous that rapid technological development will continue, and businesses need to embrace the trend. “If a company doesn’t embrace digitization, it is finished,” said Austin Okere, Chief Executive Officer, Computer Warehouse Group Plc, Nigeria. The rise of Uber, for example, threatened the traditional taxi business almost overnight, and the same is playing out in multiple industries around the world. How is technological readiness reshaping global competitiveness? Dimensions to be addressed: - Impact of supply chain digitization - Role of STEM education and skills - Drivers of busine