Future Directions
Technological change also means that broadband improvements will affect more than the traditional ways of learning and work . The momentous infrastructure buildout across the country will have significant pressures on logistics , supply chain performance and the availability and cost of labor . New industries will rise , potential threats will undeniably emerge . The state and its institutions of higher education are preparing to meet those challenges with significant investments in cybersecurity research , telemedicine and technology to enhance citizens ’ digital identity and through creating an environment where financial technology companies evaluate financial products and services .
It is important to remember that building the infrastructure is a necessary but insufficient step alone to ensure future economic competitiveness , opportunity and growth . Providing reliable , robust and affordable high-speed internet along that infrastructure is also critical . Firms and entrepreneurs must continue to provide value from the services , either through additional efficiencies or new applications .
Educators and training providers need to embrace the full spectrum of opportunities to develop lasting academic outcomes , skills and pathways that allow citizens to continue to learn as technology changes . Governments must engage their citizens no matter who those citizens are , what they need , where they live , when they choose to interact or how they engage . Finally , and by no means is this an afterthought , it is essential that individuals grasp and hold on to the prospects that broadband can bring into focus . •
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