Technology is moving at an ever-increasing speed, and this means that new products enter and leave the market faster than ever.

Technology is moving at an ever-increasing speed, and this means that new products enter and leave the market faster than ever. What are some products you think technology might be able to develop in the future that you would like? Explain. Do you think these product could add to a company’s profits? Why? (Before you respond to this question, refer to Table 8.1. These innovations affected our living standards and patterns in the Twentieth Century. Although we live in a more technology based world, ideas do not just have to be technology-oriented. Some of our greatest inventions were very simple – Zippers, Velcro, a match, and a can opener have all helped us in our daily lives).