After the lecture given by Professor Carson Woo, I got an interest in IT and Business. People are now used to the word “smart’ in front of every product. Smartphones, smart cars, smart meter, smart key, smart anything. It shows how technology has impacted on us in our everyday life. TransLink is now introducing Smart Card system which is electronic fare-payment system.

In the article “TransLink to install turnstiles, Smart Card System” the Translink CEO Ian Jarvis said,  “Smart Cards will make our transit system easier to use for the customers and provide invaluable information that will help us maximize the efficiency and productivity of our fleets.” This statement demonstrates how IT and information system is important to a business.

In South Korea, people have been used these cards for years. It had brought many changes to their life. By implementing the system, transportation system have improved way more efficient than before. It had brought many benefits including faster transaction, cheaper fares, efficient transfer, and reduce of paper waste. By introducing this system to B.C, it will also bring many benefits to customers.