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Form Internet Virus
Internet virus began to spread. Organizations had to take steps to prevent damage as their internet dependency increased. The need for protection and security increased. -
Microsoft for Windows
The introduction of Microsoft for windows allowed for improved communication, writing, and presentations among organizations. The ways in which data was tracked, stored and shared changed. -
1991 - The World Wide Web is Introduced
The World Wide Web begins to make its way into the public sector. Within a few short years communication will be forever changed. -
Quantum is Renamed AOL (America Online)
AOL brought affordable internet access and web mail to the masses. Organization adapted to this phenomenon by adjusting and rethinking how they advertised and communicated. AOL help bridge the gap between social business and professional business. -
1993 - NAFTA
With a stroke of the pen, President Clinton opens free trade with America's neighbors to the North and South. This causes a decrease in US manufacturing and a shift in the economy. -
Web Mail
Web mail offered to the public via web browsers - CERN in 1993 - communication is altered and the ways in which communication is shared continues to evolve. Web mail changes the way organizations communicate and conduct business. -
Google
This search engine giant has changed the ways in which information reaches the people. Fact checking and research became a much faster process. -
Blackberry Smartphone
Blackberry smart phone is released – limited web and email capabilities – This technology allowed business and communication to continue outside the walls of a traditional organization. The smartphone has an impact on the work setting and begins to redefine productivity and the traditional workday. -
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
This legislation brought changes to way ways in which money is made available for housing. It has been argued that this caused a housing crash. Organizations related to this industry had to adjust and realign to meet requirements and changes. Other markets were effected as well. -
9/11
The terrorist attacks forever changed federal involvement. Organizations had to adjust their approach to safety, hiring, and communication. Travel became burdensome. -
No Child Left Behind
This legislation changed the ways in which federal funding was distributed to the states for public education. Organizations had to adjust to ensure they were in compliance. In the years to come, private and public organization will feel the impact of the learners when they enter the workforce. Organizations may need to adjust depending on the new employee. -
Skype
Skype allowed for a more personal form of telecommunication. Organizations could engage in face to face conversations with clients from different locations. Collaboration and meeting time changed and organization needed to adjust to this new form of communication. -
Social Media
MySpace, and later, Facebook changed the ways in which we met new people, expressed opinions, and stayed in touch with loved ones. -
iPhone
The iPhone begins selling in the United States. The ways in which people conduct personal and private business is changed. These powerful handheld devices reinvented the ways in which we communicate and organize. -
President Obama is Elected
Business and Organizations prepared for changes being brought by a progressive president and congress. The relationship will businesses and markets were brought into question and organizations had to adjust and prepare for changes. -
Affordable Healthcare Act: AKA Obamacare
Public and private organizations had to adjust in order to meet federal requirements. Additional governmental organizations were needed to ensure the program was implemented. -
Mid-Term Election
Democrats lose control of The House. The issue is framed as a repudiation of the President. Organizations were forced to anticipate changes. Funding and policies were brought into question and organizations were unsure of what direction DC was going to take. -
Marriage Equality
The Supreme Court Ruled: Same sex couples could now be married. This impacted many institutions. Organizations from the military to churches needed to adapt to the ruling. -
Affordable Healthcare Upheld By The Court
The Supreme Court upheld the Constitutionality of The Affordable Healthcare Act. Business now had to accept the law of the land and adjust to meet the requirements. This had an impact on productivity, employment, and hourly wadges. -
Trump
With the election of Donald Trump many have argued that his administration will ease federal regulations and be business friendly. Others argue that his approach will have a negative impact on the economy. In either situation organizations will adjust to work in the current political climate. In addition, political organizations will question their approach and perhaps have a change in leadership.
