MGT 608 California Institute of Arts and Technology Week 2 Technology Discussion

I’m working on a management writing question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.

1. Current Events:  Technology is touching more and more of our daily lives, as well as how our businesses operate.  Everything new tech comes with some level of concern, such as privacy and safety.

Read this brief article that’s right to the point (see link below) 

Discuss your opinions in regard to the quote, “…clearly misled numerous people to misuse and abuse technology.”  Who is responsible when technology fails?  When it’s used incorrectly?

• Elliott, R. (2021, Sep 19).  Elon Musk’s Push to Expand Tesla’s Driver Assistance to Cities Rankles a Top Safety Authority. Wall Street Journal Online.  https://www.wsj.com/articles/elon-musks-push-to-expand-teslas-driver-assistance-to-cities-rankles-a-top-safety-authority-11632043803

2. Describe a device that qualifies for label as an “Internet of Things” device.  Present your top reason why this device can benefit society AND your top reason why it could be harmful.

(Note:  do NOT choose a primary internet device, like a computer, tablet or smartphone.)