Title: Examine the effects of information technology (IT) on global distribution.
Course: Opportunities in Global Trade, Advanced (12056-II) > Section: Examining Warehousing and Distribution Strategies

Examination should include a description of the major components of IT (e.g., radio-frequency identification [RFID], email, Internet, intranets) and the technological trends and innovations to streamline and monitor distribution methods.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is electronic information so powerful in the global economy?
- How does IT affect the function of wholesalers?
- What are some of the challenges in a global information system?
- What are some recent technological trends that improve distribution?
- What are examples of data warehousing?
- How do jobseekers find IT jobs in global distribution?