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Technology common mistakes

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common mistakes

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Topic

Technology

AqaGcseBusinessInfluences on business

Common mistakes

  • Confusing ICT with IT

    Assuming ICT only refers to hardware devices.

    Fix itICT includes hardware, software, networks, and digital communication services that together enable information processing and sharing.

  • Misconception about e-commerce benefits

    Assuming e-commerce only increases sales volume for existing customers.

    Fix itE-commerce expands market reach by enabling access to new customers in different regions, not just boosting sales to current ones.

  • Confusing internal and external stakeholders

    Assuming all stakeholders are outside the business.

    Fix itInternal stakeholders are those within the business—such as employees, managers and owners—while external stakeholders are outside, such as customers, suppliers, regulators and the community.