Information Technology as a Catalyst of Innovative Changes in Enterprises

Abstract

The subject of this research study is the applications of Information Technology (IT) to support management. This is not the sole use of IT methods and means in enterprises, however, the issues related to the automation of technological processes and software for these purposes are not the subject of these considerations. The aim of this research study is to show the innovative role of IT as a factor that enables meeting the challenges posed by managers, such as improving work efficiency, accelerating (reducing time of) handling orders, entering into competition on previously inaccessible markets, and generating the value added, which goes far beyond the capabilities of a single business entity. The business model includes collaboration unhindered by the territorial distribution of individuals, or time zone differences. The measure of effectiveness is the achieved result, and the recipient of the value thus created is not interested in where and how this value is created. Dynamically changing market expectations and the needs of recipients force the reconfiguration of the manufacturing system, which is a feature of virtual workplaces.

The role of innovative policy in creating system services to support development of agri-food enterprises

“…These include undertaking and developing various forms of cooperation with external partners, aimed at gaining access to sources of new knowledge and skills, as well as complementary resources [6]. Access to external knowledge and other resources and services, as well as their absorption, is becoming an important factor in the effective innovation of enterprises, especially those operating on a smaller scale [7,8,9]. Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must cooperate with other enterprises and institutions as operating in a network helps overcome their limitations and helps them get involved in jointly solving problems.…”

Automation of management processes

“…This fact, allows customers to easily get acquainted with the information that interests them in a precise time and situation [4]. Browsing websites, sending an e-mail, chatting, browsing social media, continuous 'contact with the world' anytime and anywhere -this is what the network gives us [5]. The Internet evolution can be clearly identified on the applications and way the content is presented on the web [7].…”