Assignment: In class we discussed one of the largest changes in business $-$ how intangibles now generate more value in our economy than tangible assets.

Choose a specific industry or and explain how that indsury has been affected by the change from intangibles to tangibles through the process of digital transformation. You may not select the banking, retail, or education industries.

You must write this essay at a level and manner suitable for a student in grade $9.$

Historical Overview: Research and document the traditional business model of the chosen industry, focusing on its reliance on tangible assets.

Digital Transformation Journey: Analyze the key milestones in the digital transformation journey of the selected industry. Identify when and how they started integrating digital technology.

Impact Analysis: Analyze the impact of this transformation on the business, including benefits, challenges, and changes in consumer behavior.

Report: Prepare an essay that includes your analysis, findings, and any supporting data or visuals.

Future Predictions and Recommendations: Conclude with your predictions about the future of digital transformation in this sector and provide strategic recommendations for businesses within this industry.

Hint:

You are free to search and use online resources as inspiration to complete this assignment, but make sure to write in your own words. When reviewing your assignment ask yourself, "does my assignment sound like me$?"$ and "would I have written like this if I hadn't found the online resource?"

Do not use pre$-$existing databases of work, essays, etc. as this will result in failure of the assignment

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This assignment is not centered on defining what are intangibles or tangibles $($we already know what they are$).$ This is about providing thoughtful analysis and insight on the impact and implications of this shift on an industry.

Remember to evaluate the impact of this change on key tangible and intangible assets.

You must leverage all topics and information covered in class discussions, assignments, etc. Everything you need to create this assignment has been taught in class.

You will be required to present your essay.

Academic Integrity:

Plagiarism will NOT be tolerated

All online material must be in your own words. Do not use language found online.

All sources must be properly cited $($as per APA$)$

Use of AI tools, generative tools, Grammarly, or any tool found outside the base functionality of MS Word or Google Docs is not allowed and is a violation of academic policy

Submission Format

The title must contain:

a$.$ The Course Title

b$.$ Professor Name