The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Positive and Negative Effects

Positive Effects of Social Media on Mental Health

Student must include in his/her answer some supporting elements which may include examples from work, cases studies, textbook, lectures, internet search etc. with appropriate referencing.

United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS), is a global company with one of the most recognized and admired brands in the world, using information systems, access to global resources, and an integrated network of physical, technological, and human assets.

Apply the 3 activities and dimensions of Information Systems to the UPS�s Tracking Information System. Describe the details and elements of each activity and each dimension. (10 marks)

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.)� (Cover 3 activities and 3 dimensions of IS � theoretical; apply to UPS)

Apply Porter�s Five Forces analytical framework to UPS. Your answer should include critical elements supported with evidence/ justification. (15 marks)������������

Example. Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Discuss the Porter�s 5 forces model � theoretical perspective; apply to UPS

Discuss at least three types of security issues that UPS might encounter with the tracking technology it has and how to protect itself. (10 marks)

Discuss security issues with a focus on three key issues + how to protect itself; apply the three key issues to UPS and how to protect itself

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Identify UPS�s competitive strategy using Porter�s generic strategies framework. Your answer should include critical elements and supported with evidence/ justification. (10 marks)

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Discuss the Porter�s generic strategies framework- theoretical perspective; apply this to UPS

Discuss UPS�s adoption of sustainable MIS infrastructures. (10 marks)

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Discuss from a theoretical perspective � sustainable MIS structures; apply to UPS

United Parcel Service: UPS has been expanding its package delivery and logistics services in China, serving both multinational companies and local businesses. UPS drivers in China need to use UPS systems and tools such as its handheld Driver Information Acquisition Device for capturing package delivery data. UPS wants to make its WorldShip, Campus Ship, and other shipping management services accessible to Chinese and multinational customers via the web. What are some of the international systems issues UPS must consider in order to operate successfully in China? (10 marks)

Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Discuss international systems issues; apply to UPS in China

Information ethics govern the ethical and moral issues arising from the development and use of information technologies, as well as the creation, collection, duplication, distribution, and processing of information itself (with or without the aid of computer technologies). Ethical dilemmas in this area usually arise not as simple, clear-cut situations but as clashes between competing goals, responsibilities, and loyalties. Inevitably, there will be more than one socially acceptable or �correct� decision. For this reason, acting ethically and legally are not always the same. (5 marks)

Describe briefly 5 e-policies organizations should implement to protect themselves.

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.) (Discuss e-policies that organizations can use to protect themselves; apply to any examples

Discuss the authentication and authorization technologies to prevent hackers from gaining access to organizational systems. (5 marks)

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Discussion on authentication and authorization technologies preventing hackers; apply to any examples

Define the term �Business Process� and describe, with examples how business processes are tied to a specific functional area of an organization. List and describe the business processes involved in fulfilling a customer order. (5 marks)

Define business process, discuss examples of how business processes are tied to a functional area; discuss business processes for fulfilling a customer order

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Describe how the information systems function supports a business. Compare the roles played by programmers, systems analysts, and information systems managers, the CIO, CSO, CDO and CKO. (5 marks)

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.

Discuss how the IS function supports a business- theoretical perspective; compare roles played by the stakeholders mentioned above with examples

Explain the term big data. What benefits does it have, and what challenges does it pose? (5 marks)

Example: Use a mix of academic sources such as books, journal articles and non-academic sources such as the website of the company, other sites, news, media sources etc.) (Define big data; discuss benefits and challenges; apply to examples

Social media has become an integral part of people's lives, particularly for younger generations. The use of social media has both positive and negative effects on individuals' mental health. This essay aims to explore the impact of social media on mental health, drawing on a mix of academic and non-academic sources.

Positive Effects of Social Media on Mental Health:

According to a study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, social media platforms can be used as a tool to promote mental health and well-being. For example, social media can be used to connect with supportive communities, access mental health resources, and engage in positive self-expression (1). Additionally, social media can also facilitate social support, which has been shown to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety (2).