An Exploration of the Impact Technology has on Decision-Making in Small businesses

Abstract

The purpose of this research study was to explore how technology has impacted the decision making in small businesses. With the advancement of technology businesses are becoming more sensitive to the changes in decision making and the business world. Thus, this study wanted to look at how businesses are being affected by technology and is technology impacting the decision of these businesses. A variety of sources were explored to help understand how technology has changed the way business is being conducted. These sources help provide the researcher with a general understanding of the problem being explore. The researcher made use of interviews to further explore the topic, this aided the researcher in gaining the information needed to come up with a clear conclusion. The researcher found that technology has changed the way business is being conducted and technology is aiding small businesses in bridging the gap that exists between larger organisations. This research has contributed to helping small businesses understand the how technology can be used to enhance their business, this study allows for more research to be conducted on decision making and technology in businesses.