The importance of information technology changes society in several ways. Following J. Ndicebitt, referred to in
Y. Poovorawan:
1. Information Technology transforms industrial society into an information society.
2. Technology joins national economies in a combined global economy. Information networks facilitate this
globalisation.
3. IT organisations have made business commitments matter. Businesses are becoming smaller and connect with other
businesses using the network. Businesses are competitive because of the speed of the computer network.
Telecommunications support the quick and easy exchange of information.
4. Using information technology is a simple, aesthetic experience, meeting diverse needs.
5. Information technology enables work anywhere, anytime.
6. Producing information technology systems requires longer-term planning with detailed decisions and choices.