“Futurist” John M. Jordan’s Information, Technology, and Innovation: Resources for Growth in a Connected World is encyclopedic in coverage of trends and effects from digital transformation.  As a seasoned instructor, novices will benefit from Dr. Jordan’s introduction and topic development.  However, advanced readers will also benefit both from the breadth of discussion, as well as the notes that accompany each chapter.

As an early fan of futurist George Gilder, I was pleased to see the book begin with the “second half of the chessboard” story.  Further insight into the book can be divined from its five sections:  Foundations, Work and Organization, Business Model Disruption, Technology Landscapes, and Some Big Questions. 

Many will agree that our economy moved from industrial to automation with the transistor invention.  This book helps support the important notion that we are now transforming from automation to a subsequent economy.  In particular, leaders and educators should pay heed to Dr. Jordan’s “some big questions” section.  Here Dr. Jordan summarizes implications ranging from identity and privacy, to innovation.