Impacts of modern technology on organisations - Word Drop

Organisations need ______, which means the devices, communication technologies and platforms that keep them running. Local platforms are installed on each device, while ______ platforms run online. Some tools place a heavy ______ on these systems, for example on processing power or internet speed. They must also be ______, which means they are working and ready for staff to use.

Modern technology supports ______ access, so customers can order at any time of day or night. Dispersed data stores full copies in different locations, which helps an organisation recover from a disaster. In ______ data, the code is split across several servers, so a hacker must reach every server to steal the whole set.

Technology supports ______, which is staff working together on the same project at the same time. Organisations also aim for ______, which means a workforce of different ages, health needs and cultural backgrounds. For staff, ______ means meeting legal obligations, such as providing the adjustments they require. Technology also allows ______, where staff do their job from home, saving office costs and widening the talent pool.

Selling online provides website ______, which shows what and when to sell and where customers are based. Other inclusivity measures are not technology based, such as involving staff in decisions, treating them equally with respect, giving extra breaks for socialising, offering ______ support including mental health advice, and providing childcare.