Reference no: EM132368058

Topic - Cloud Computing (Intranet, Extranet, and Internet)

Understanding Emerging Technologies

As we all know technology is evolving at a rate that, to some, seems overwhelming.These technologies often evolve to offer higher quality products and services at lower prices causing a disruption in markets that is sometimes perceived as unwelcome. These disruptive technologies are sometimes the results of innovative business models that are also part of the evolving processes of a competitive marketplace.

This assignment is divided into three (3) components, all of which are required to be completed individually:

1. Outline submission - 50 Points

2. Final paper - 150 Points

3. PowerPoint Presentation - 65 points

Research areas /Topic

1. Cloud Computing (Intranet, Extranet, and Internet)

Create an outline for the project:

1. Include the topics that will be covered.

2. Assigned a team member for each topic.

3. Include the list of identified references.

Complete this written assignment - no word count ... make sure requirements are met:

1. Select a company that is leveraging the emerging technology that was selected.

2. Provide a background of the company.

3. Describe how the emerging technology has provided the company with a competitive advantage.

4. Discuss the challenges of implementing and maintaining the technology.

5. Examine how the technology will evolve in the next 5 years.

6. Conclusion.

7. Recommendations.

8. References (at least 10 reputable sources).

9. Appendices (if any)

Create PowerPoint Presentation:

1. Provide an overview of the company and emerging technology.

2. Discuss the competitive advantage of using the technology.

3. Discuss the challenges encountered implementing and maintaining the technology.

4. Describe the future of the technology.

5. Include at least three lessons learned from this team project.