Moon Welfare Foundation

Although computer systems have been source of efficiency and wealth, they have some negative impacts. Computer errors can cause serious harm to individuals and organizations. Poor data quality is also responsible for disruptions and losses for business. Jobs can be lost when computers replace workers or tasks become unnecessary in reengineered business process. The ability to own and use a computer may be exacerbating socioeconomic disparities among different racial groups and social classes. Widespread use of computers increases opportunities for computer crime and computer abuse. Computers can also create health problems, such as RSI, computer vision syndrome, and technostress.

The Ways Technology is Changing eCommerce Before we get into technology and trends, let’s take a moment to put the eCommerce industry into perspective. In 2017,  retail eCommerce sales worldwide reached $2.304 trillion , with China leading the way, pulling in almost $900 billion from eCommerce alone. Bringing that closer to home, Australians currently spend nearly $2 billion per month on online shopping, and that figure is tipped to rise dramatically by 2020. Aside from consumer demand, technology is playing a pivotal role in reshaping the eCommerce landscape. According to recent studies, in 2015, less than 10% of consumers used a smartphone to make an online purchase. Fast forward to 2017, and one in five are now using their smartphones.  There’s no doubt that shifting consumer patterns are driving huge change in eCommerce, but it’s technology that’s underpinning the foundation of modern online retail. Here are four ways technology is shaking up eCommerce: 1. Social Comme