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Information technology
2.3 Benefits and risks
 reduces operating costs
 increases revenue
 easier access to information
 increased visibility
 enhanced customer service
 improved marketing
 enhanced competitive advantage
 technophobia
 security concerns
 high set-up and running costs
 requires specialist skills
 not suitable in all industries
 lose personal touch
 doesn’t appeal to all market
segments
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