AI shopping chart and application

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ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this assignment is to systematically analyze the innovation landscape, which is broadly connected to Artificial Intelligence and / Internet of Things as the given technologies.

The assignment has three parts, in the pre-component you are expected to individually explore the technology space, in the progress component you are expected to reflect on findings to date and next steps, and in the post-component you are expected to report on your individual learning related to the problem your team identified  and the given technology.  This individual assignment forms the basis for team related group work, discussions and research.

The assignment builds on the Pivot to the Future methodology, which is particularly useful when finding and releasing new sources of trapped value –unlocked by bridging the gap between what is technologically possible and how technologies are being used by society, consumers, industry or enterprise.
PREPARATORY ASSIGNMENT GUIDANCE:

Task 1: Become acquainted with the Pivot to the Future methodology
Task 2: As a next step, study in detail the assigned technology by searching for insights and trends online, print media, course materials, and perhaps even via personal connections that you think are relevant for the task at hand. As you make progress, base your search on the given methodology by seeking broadly for untapped value in society. 

Task 3: Select based on the method and your personal interests the most interesting unit of analysis (society, consumers, industry, or enterprise). Focus in particular where you think the technology is either superior compared to existing solutions when it comes to value generation, or where you think the new technology has the potential to do something different and upending with the given context in mind (e.g. ethical, environmental, or other types of impact). 

Remember you can focus broadly on the society, or focus on consumers, industry or enterprise. Avoid coordinating this choice with your team as you want to bring something unique to the mix, rather than having all of you focusing on the exact same scoping at the start.

Task 4: Write all of this down, with clear headings for 1. Introduction, 2. Analysis, 3. Key Findings, and 4. Conclusions and next steps. 

Introduction, brief introduction of unit of main analysis (society, consumer, industry, or enterprise) and the layout of the paper
Analysis, design the content and structure of this section based on the Pivot to the future methodology
Key Findings: based on your analysis identify strengths when it comes to innovation and competitive advantages, but also gaps and potential opportunities for doing something different and upending related to the chosen unit of analysis (i.e. society, consumers, industry or enterprise). 
Conclusions and next steps, based on your analysis and findings state clearly how you view the ability to create and capture value from current innovation related activities relevant for the unit of analysis. State also clear team specific action items that you think would be needed to explore innovation moving forward. 

Format and length: always extend your analysis by referring to unlimited appendices (links only). This should be a compact and well written report of what you think your team should do which technology, which unit of analysis, which problem, which winning strategy? You can coordinate with team, but emphasize independent material collection and your personal view in particular.
Here is the technology that our team focus on.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZ0qBLOqqyo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_c-9vJi4b0&feature=youtu.be

6 Tools Every Business Consultant Should Know

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Briefly describe each of the aforementioned tools, give an example of each is used.

In a critical analysis essay (3-4 pages), you systematically evaluate a works effectiveness including what it does well and what it does poorly. It can be used to discuss a book, article or even a film. You must read the piece carefully and may need to look up terms or concepts you are unfamiliar with or research related reading prior to writing your essay.

Introduction and Summary
State the title of the work, the authors name and the date of publication outline main ideas of the article and identify the authors thesis should involve who, what, where, when, why and how discuss the structure, style or point of view e.g. This article is about… The author argues that… The setting is… The research was… The main points are… The theme is… The authors conclude…

Analysis
Critically state what you like and do not like about the article explain your ideas with specific examples from the article assess whether the author has achieved their intended goal Your analysis may look at whether the work is focused, understandable, persuasive, clear, informative….original, exciting, interesting, meeting the purpose with appropriate conclusions, and more… The analysis is made up of several different paragraphs.

Conclusion
Restate your thesis in new words summarize your main ideas if possible with new and stronger words include a call to action for your reader ,,,e.g. You must read this article because … or This article is not useful because…

https://www.extension.harvard.edu/professional-development/blog/6-tools-every-business-consultant-should-know

leadership and motivation

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recommend using MS PowerPoint to create your Concept Map.

Using your current organization (or an organization you are familiar with), design a Concept Map of the various benefits and other motivational factors that are provided to employees/members.  Be sure to include as much research as possible and thoroughly consider all experiences that could be used as motivators for employees/members.  You’ll need to link the components of your Concept Map to Maslow’s theory to illustrate how your organization meets the various levels of needs.

Organisational Behaviour theory

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MGT1OBE_MGT2OBE Organisational Behaviour
Assessment Task 2: Individual Assignment
This assignment provides you with an opportunity to explore the topic of personality and engage with Organisational Behaviour literature.
This assignment requires you to do research. Your task is to draw on Organisational Behaviour theory to critically analyse the topic of personality. Your essay should have the following sections:
1. Introduction. State the topic of the essay, what you will be arguing, and how you have structured the essay.
2. Identify and discuss the “Big Five” personality dimensions. Engage with OB theory and literature to identify and discuss the Big Five personality dimensions. Use examples to clarify/support the discussion. Use Organisational Behaviour concepts, theory and frameworks in addressing this section.
3. Utilise the theory of the Big Five personality dimensions and identify performance improvement areas.
Based on the Big Five personality test conducted in your workshops (Weeks 1, 2 & 3) and results (must be agreed by Workshop Facilitator), identify two areas for self-improvement that may enhance your academic or work-related performance. Please use your personality assessment and Organisational Behaviour theories to logically explain and reach a conclusion.
4. Conclusion. Summarise key points made in the essay.
5. Reference list. You need to use the APA 6 referencing style.
Please include copies of the Big Five personality questionnaire and score with your Assessment 2. You can attach a pdf or a photo image; however, the attachment must be legible and approved by your Workshop Facilitator.
As a general guide, sections 2 and 3 should be roughly equal in word count. The introduction and conclusion section should account for approximately 10% of the word count.
You MUST consult and reference a minimum of four (4) academic articles and two (2) books (of which one can be the recommend textbook, Wood et al, 2019) to support your analysis.
We recommend you consider the following publications to identify relevant articles: Journal of Organizational Behavior, Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, Journal of Applied Psychology, Academy of Management Journal, British Journal of Management, Human Relations, Journal of Management, Leadership Quarterly, Business Horizons, Harvard Business Review.
Length: Weighting: Due date: Submission: Format:
Marking Criteria:
A maximum of 1,000 words (+/- 10%) (Reference list is excluded from the word count) 20% of your total mark.
Sunday ending Week 6 by 11:55pm
Submit via the LMS. Hard copies are NOT required
The document should be written as a clear, concise essay. It is important that your essay has a logical structure, and makes use of relevant subheadings where appropriate. Ensure coherent writing and avoid grammatical and spelling mistakes. For reading (and marking) ease please use a 12-point Calibri font with 2x spacing. Please refer to the LMS for marking criteria. Students are advised to consult the marking guide before commencing their assessment piece.