Writing Assignment 1 FINAL
Thornton
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Emily Thornton
Ann Palazzo
Comp II
27 September 2017
On-Demand Technology
In the 21st century, technological advancements have played a significant role in shaping
the community behavior as well as individual behavior/perspective. We cannot deny the fact that
technology has become part of our lives as it helps us solve an array of human problems. It is
important to note that the world will keep on witnessing technological innovations that are
beyond our imagination. One of the most recent technological innovation is related to ‘on–
demand services.’ Business Insider defines this as “the economic activity created by technology
companies that fulfill consumer demand via the immediate provisioning of goods and services.”
(Businessinsider.com) This is technology that lets people acquire instant services via apps that
can be accessed from several computerized devices. One of the best features of this technology is
that it enhances communication between the service provider and the consumer; services are
ordered and delivered efficiently. On-demand technology makes it convenient for the seller and
consumer to get what they want. There are many “on–demand” services available at your literal
fingertips. Amazon, Uber and even Meijer has services ready-to-use at your leisure. By having
access to these ‘on–demand services’, the way American’s are able to live has improved.
If you find there is something you need while at home, you can open your smart-phone,
download Amazon and order what you need. Amazon has a two-hour delivery guarantee. If this
is an item you would find at a grocery store, and Amazon driver will get your order, drive to the
store for you and bring the item right to your door step. Maybe you desperately need nail polish
Writing Assignment 1 FINAL
remover for an event you have that night, but you don’t want to load up your three small children
in the car. Amazon can deliver just about anything; a bounce house for your kids, a hammer for
your husband or maybe some bones for your dog. Along with the two-hour delivery, Amazon
also provides two-day shipping. This means is there is an item that cannot be bought at a store
nearby, you can order the item and have it shipped to you within’ two days. This is mostly
beneficial when it is a larger item or an item you may not need right away. Having Amazon
ready to use whenever you need it is something that is revolutionizing the way American’s live.
There is no longer a need to go to the store yourself when you can order what you’d like online
and have it delivered or shipped right to your doorstep.
Another recent ‘on–demand’ technology is Uber Technologies Inc. Uber first started as a
transportation app in March 2009, that allowed people to order a ride to and from their location.
