| dc.description.abstract | The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of Internet of Things on people
working in Nairobi Central Business District. The study adopted a descriptive survey
research design. The study used primary data which was collected through
administration of structured questionnaires to the sampled respondents. The data
collected using the questionnaires was analyzed by descriptive statistic. The study
found that people working within Nairobi CBD were aware of connected devices. In
addition, the study found that the commonly used connected devices are smart
phones, laptops, automated teller machines (ATMs) and credit cards. This was mainly
because these devices make it easy to do daily office tasks and more. The study also
found that professional requirements and passion for technology were the main
drivers why people use connected devices. Improving money transfer, improving
vehicle tracking, improving surveillance and improving the working conditions were
the main impacts of using connected devices and systems. The study found that
expensive implementation and cost of acquiring connected systems and devices as the
common challenges. The study recommends that people working in Nairobi CBD
should embrace Internet of Things for it has benefits in day to day activities. | en_US |
