Technology in the Workplace

Technology is integral to modern life, especially to many jobs, where nearly every worker interfaces with tech at some point. Beyond simply computers, tablets, and communication networks, other technologies and technological systems are deployed and used daily in every field and profession. This dynamic set covers the modern and upcoming technology that defines the twenty-first-century working experience. Readers will explore genetic engineering, burgeoning renewable energy sources in agriculture, high-tech weaponry and logistics tools used in the military, and advance point-of-sale or anti-theft technologies in retail. This invigorating series excites and prepares readers for workplace changes and challenges now and in the future. Features include: Portraits of actual jobs and workers offer noteworthy perspectives of various positions. Highlights Bureau of Labors Statistics, including median wage and projected job growth. Correlates closely with the International Society for Technology in Education standards for students.