INTEGRATED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS IN THE DIGITAL AGE

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This report aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the significant roles and challenges associated with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in digital businesses, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers four critical ICT topics: collaboration tools, cloud storage and computing, privacy and security challenges, and the concept of a private internet. The paper begins with a review of literature discussing the definition and importance of ICT, the critical role of collaboration tools in pandemic times, the advantages and drawbacks of cloud storage and computing, and the need for privacy and security measures during remote work conditions. It further delves into the discussion of Russia's proposed private internet network, assessing its potential benefits and limitations. The report then moves into a detailed analysis, considering two specific collaboration tools - Zoom and Slack, and how they have helped businesses survive the pandemic. It also explores the privacy and security challenges that emerged during the pandemic and recommends mitigating them. The report provides an in-depth look at the implications of private internet networks, using Russia's proposed private network as an example. The recommendations section offers a practical application of the insights gained from the report, using Microsoft as an example. The paper summarizes the main points and reinforces the importance of adaptability, efficient collaboration, and cybersecurity measures for businesses in the digital age. This report underlines the importance of understanding and effectively leveraging ICT in modern companies, especially in a rapidly digitalizing world post-pandemic.