CMGTCB554 Final Course Reflection
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1.
Consider how the three competencies of this course might directly apply to
your life and work environment when answering the questions below.
Competency 1: Classify applicable regulatory considerations for your
organization.
Competency 2: Understand how to build an environment that blends
telecommunications and computer networks.
Competency 3: Incorporate foundational architectures into IT.
Respond to the following questions in a minimum of 500 words.
Question 1: Can you think of a situation in which you identified an
improvement at work, but needed to convince senior management
that the improvement was worth it through a report? Can you provide
an example, either within your work environment or in society at large,
when you analyzed a network diagram and identified risks to a process
or system? How could you utilize implementation plans or
improvement proposals at work?
Question 2: What specific assessments or learning activities from this
course did you find particularly beneficial? What do you feel could have
improved or added to your learning experience in this course?
Submit your reflection.
Question 1
Technology and business are evolving quickly, so discovering ways to enhance and
convincing top management of their potential is crucial. One situation that comes to mind
involves the upgrade of an organization’s cybersecurity framework. I watched cyber assaults
becoming more complicated and knew we needed to strengthen cybersecurity to protect
important data and customer trust. However, convincing upper management of this shift was
challenging. I carefully researched cybersecurity trends, cyber-attack case studies, and our
company's financial and reputational issues. Our cybersecurity architecture was audited for
defects and risk reduction upgrades. Another example is data center consolidation network
diagram analysis. My study revealed a single point of failure in our network configuration that
might disrupt departmental activities. Complex network interdependencies prevented the
project team and senior management from recognizing this risk. I generated a report with a
network diagram, risk, and likely repercussions of not handling this. The report advised
redundancy and failover architectural adjustments to decrease risk.
Turning ideas into strategies requires improvement suggestions and execution plans.
Phases, deadlines, and budgets were included in my cybersecurity upgrade implementation
strategy. This method involves purchasing new security technology, training IT staff on
cybersecurity best practices, and phasing in security measures to minimize business
disruptions (Aoun et al., 2021). Improvement efficacy was measured using benchmarks,
making the process tangible and related to organizational goals.
The network consolidation project improvement plan proposed reducing the single
point of failure with comprehensive implementation. It advised a network architecture
modification for redundancy and a cost-benefit analysis to support it. The technique
minimizes operational interruptions with regular redesign and testing. I demonstrated the
feasibility and long-term benefits of the recommended organizational resilience and efficiency
improvements with a clear, well-structured plan. To convince higher management, both
arguments needed proof, risk assessments, and a defined approach. I gained support and
resources by emphasizing the risks of inaction and the benefits of change. These examples
show how analysis, strategic planning, and communication help organizations grow.
Implementation strategies and improvement ideas assist meet demands and position the
company for success.
Question 2
Several assessments and learning activities helped me understand and develop my
practical skills throughout the course. Practical network setup and troubleshooting labs played
a big part. These laboratories improved my problem-solving skills by applying academic
information to real-world problems. Network administration is better understood using actual
network equipment and simulation software. My IT critical thinking and adaptability
principles were solidified by these classes.
The collaborative network infrastructure design project for a fictional organization
was also crucial to the training. This required understanding regulatory concerns, merging
telecom and computer networks, and incorporating basic designs into IT. Making a detailed
plan together encouraged active learning and peer engagement, improving course
understanding. This project also strengthened my communication and teamwork skills, which
are necessary in any profession, especially in IT where collaboration is key to problem-
solving and innovation (Murata et al., 2021). These activities were beneficial, but the course
might have been improved. More business case studies would show how they tackle IT issues.
These case studies may have extended our perspectives on using course skills in various
situations, boosting our ability to adapt and apply what we learned. Examples might have
illustrated the latest IT trends and breakthroughs, modernizing the learning experience.
Another improvement may be more in-depth IT discussions with other expertise.
Guest lectures or Q&As with IT infrastructure management experts may have shown practical
issues and opportunities. Hearing about their IT solutions, issues, and the impact of
technology may have increased our understanding and encouraged us to innovate in our
fields. Last, the training might have discussed regional or sector-specific rules more. The
training addressed basic regulatory frameworks, but legal and compliance in healthcare,
banking, and e-commerce would have been helpful. IT workers must comprehend domain-
specific regulatory norms to create and implement IT solutions. Our education should have
been more broad and relevant to real-world situations to better prepare us for the challenges of
compliance in a global organization.
References
Aoun, A., Ilinca, A., Ghandour, M., & Ibrahim, H. (2021). A review of Industry 4.0
characteristics and challenges, with potential improvements using blockchain
technology. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 162, 107746.
Murata, H., Nakamura, K., & Shirahadа, K. (2021). Knowledge Co-Creation Roadmapping
for Future Industrial Visions: Case Study on Smart Infrastructure. Форсайт, 15(2
(eng)), 52-64.
