Understanding technology in the context of national development : critical reflections
Technological advances are reshaping how people communicate, share information, and organize their lives globally. While this digital revolution transforms nations, its true impact is often underappreciated. People remain the core of progress and the main beneficiaries of tech development. Public organizations and nonprofits increasingly use technology to improve services, from disaster relief to public safety. As connectivity grows, technology will continue to shape the future. The digital economy, driven by the internet and mobile phones, opens global markets and new governance models, while also introducing challenges like cross-border regulations and scams. Entrepreneurs, small businesses, and nations are seizing opportunities to scale and innovate. Though some jobs are lost to automation, tech has the potential to be a net job creator worldwide
eBook, English, 2025
SciFormat Publishing Inc., Calgary, Alberta, 2025