Arts, Media and Communications

Art Investment/Appraisal 

Shared data bases with museums and libraries allowing larger information database searches of deceased artists or international exhibition history 

Art Gallery Manager  

Computers, Graphic Design - design and layout techniques, pricing strategies, and preservation practices. 

President, The Art Emporium

Web design, computer art

Graphic Designer

I think developments in making internet connections faster and home computers more efficient will surely be important.

Senior Marketing Director

Garment /fabric online testing * computer color approval systems * CAD design and spec systems * speed /capacity / imaging technology * online garment fitting technology

Planetarium Systems Coordinator/Educator

For this field, any technology that has do to with producing stunning visual content, with ease of course. 3D may become mainstream, and perhaps the next step is holographic projection.

Business

Assistant Director of Underwriting 

Computer techology ...artificial intelligence, computer based underwriting 

Vice President of Finance Heavy Construction Distributorship

Computer related diagnostics.Finacial work is computerized - spreadsheet and database knowledge needed.

Manager of Supply Chain Capabilities  

The Internet and new technology bring ease of communication.  

Marketing Coordinator

Telecommunication, spreadsheets and databases.

Controller/Office Manager

Communications will be the most important technology in the accounting/office support field in the future.

International Settlement Global Custodian

Telecommunications among countries, cellular networks, point-to-point lines/satellites.

Community Relations & Economic Development Representative

Telecommunication, teleconferencing and improved computer technology.

Finance Associate

Web-based databases, password-protected websites.

Associate Actuary

Database mining. Projection software for stochastic modelling.

Construction and Design

Vice President Construction Management Co. 

Communication software for project management.

Architect/Designer 

Refined CAD integrated with onsite development ­ in-office design linked electronically to on site development will result in faster process for changes; telecommunication; materials and methods in building technology and construction will mimic biology.

Electrician 

Telecommunications ...

HVAC Contractor  

More and more systems will be integrated with computers. Particularly with the new types of systems, the technician will need a laptop computer to plug into the system to diagnose and repair equipment. 

Contractor/Mason

I have just started incorporating computer programs to help me with my designs and layouts. This will be the way of the future.

Education

Teacher 

Computer and all associated technologies

Special Educator

Technology is changing so rapidly. The school system needs to make sure that the schools keep up with technology. There needs to be an understanding state and federal wide.

Educational Specialist

Information Technology and everything related to it.

Special Education Assistant

Computer (communicating) and adaptive physical equipment

Teacher Assistant

Continued computer skills, adaptive learning devices

Preschool Teacher

Computers, internet

Kindergarten teacher

Computers, CDs, learning tapes

Executive director of a regional nonprofit educational foundation

Nonprofit management is a "people" skills field, so technology that helps people connect with each other and understand information will be important. One of the big areas is fundraising applications that help identify and track prospects.

Environment, Agriculture and Natural Resources

Environmental Technician  

Testing and monitoring equipment

Veterinary Assistant

Laser surgery + diagnostic imaging: ( made more widily available at lower cost to pet owners.)

Health

Surgical Products Salesman 

Robotics, less invasive technologies,genetic and tissue engineering; computers.

Health Specialist

Computers, teleconferencing, new medical procedures, better claims processing, new medicines

Optometrist

The use of the computer and new automative instruments will gather information useful in many ways. Use of lasers, uses of medications and it will mean earlier detection of problems for the public.

Medical Student

New technology will affect this field in all aspects.

Home health nurse

One example is computerized heart monitors that can be used at home. Results are read over an online connection by medical staff.

Director of Pastoral Care and Patient Advocay

Computer programing to help with Medical, psycho-social assessment and documentation.

Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism

Concierge

We are like google. But better. Faster computers would help, but our value is our knowledge and our customer relationship skills.

Human Services

Direct Support Worker

Human services will use automation more and more in order to keep track of services.

Rehab Counselor / Vocational Consultant

Increased use of computers for tracking case information.

High School Guidance Counselor

Perhaps there will be no formal High Schools as classes would be held over the internet. However, I feel students would suffer socially.

Community Employment Specialist

Assistive technology. Autistic support.

Clinical Psychologist

Office applications, such as software for tracking cases, for example.

Information Technology

Data Analyst 

On-line databases, 4th generation programming. 

Associate Director of Investment Management  

The computer industry is always changing. Keeping up with the latest technology is key in this field. 

Senior Programming Analyst

Web based applications are driving this industry away from client/server applications. Now that the .com era is over, the web will stabilize and put forth money making endeavors.

Web Developer

I think personal instant access to the internet, whether it be for ordering groceries through the fridge or checking the traffic report while driving in your car has strong potential.

Web Design

Right now the important technologies are ASP, XML, DHTML, etc. The exact technologies will change a lot every few years.

Software Developer

The more advanced technology becomes the more business opportunities in this field.

Law, Government and Public Service

Dangerous Goods Program Manager    

Computerization - tracking cargo. The Federal Aviation‘s Air Traffic Division is always in the forefront of technolgy.     

City Councillor

A computer; I can help people through e-mail.

International Project Mgmt. & Researcher

The role of the computer and the Internet has dramatically transformed the speed and communication capability in international development work. The computer and Internet allows those working in the field (such as me working w/the farmers in rural Tanzania) to be able to send reports and update in a quick, timely manner to my organization‘s main office in the US (San Franscico California). The continuing upgrade of websites and the use of the Internet will allow people from all over the world to be able to connect to one another and share ideas and documents for improving their works. And since many people working in developing countries travel a lot and are away from their family and friends, sending emails and digital pictures is a way to share experiences and keep in touch.

Technical and Engineering

Process Analyst

A person who can take data, transform to knowledge, and make a business wiser in its decisions will have value. So not only will software and computer technology be important but also how these technologies are leveraged.

Electronics Engineering Technician

Prosthetics. More and more is known how the nervous system works. People who are paralyzed may be able to use their limbs again.

Mechanical Engineer

Being able to work on electro-mechanical parts is becoming more prominant in technology, which combines mechanical and electrical engineering to create parts.

Civil Design

Computers are always making our job easier.

Graduate Civil Engineer

There may be improved integration of design tools (water, storm and sewer) with drafting programs, more accurate GPS equipment for surveying, more town incorporating GIS(Geographic Information System).

Reservoir Engineer

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