Value-laden

Value-laden technology is technology that is embedded with moral values. The argument goes that human decisions are always value-laden, and that this holds true even in technology. For example, engineers make decisions based on cost and safety, and these decisions are embodied in technological infrastructures, like ceilings.

Value-neutral

Technology is now a central part of daily life, and value-neutral technology is often described as the means to an end. Its impact on society has expanded from simply providing entertainment to affecting the way society functions. It has changed the way we consume and interact with media, and made us passive viewers into active participants. This shift in responsibility is problematic. Responsibility is a two-way street: it depends on the agent’s freedom to make decisions and to contemplate the implications of his actions.

Artifacts

Technology is a broad concept that relates to the development of tools and the ways that they are used. A technological artifact is a physical object created by human beings. These objects are generally movable and are designed to improve human life and extend material limits. The earliest technological artifact is the wheel. It was crucial in the development of later technologies and human machines.

Methods

Methodologies in technology are used to organize the work of a team and ensure a unified approach. This ensures that the entire team understands expectations and can focus on tackling the complex technical issues rather than the chaos that can arise when workflows and processes become too complex. Typically, a methodology is chosen by the chief technology officer, but other roles may influence key phases of a method. Understanding the principles behind each methodology can help you decide which one is best for your company.

Challenges

Technology is transforming the world, but it can also pose challenges for many businesses. For example, many enterprises lag behind the competition when it comes to adopting new technologies, and the C-suite is under pressure to tighten its belt. This makes it difficult to justify investing in new technologies, and top management has yet to find compelling business cases for upgrading.