Answer to Question 1
FALSE
Answer to Question 2
1. Stage 1: Early Success The first stage is the beginning use of new technology; early success leads to increased interest.
2. Stage 2: Contagion As interest grows technology is tried in a variety of applications; growth in uncontrolled.
3. Stage 3: Control proliferation must be controlled. Management begins to believe that the costs of using new technology are too high. The integration of systems is attempted, but proves difficult; suppliers begin efforts towards standardization.
4. Stage 4: Integration The use of a new technology might be considered mature. The dominant design of the technology has been mastered, setting the stage for new technology.