Encyclopedia of Globalization

Globalization is one of those buzzwords which crops up in a variety of occasions and situations. There is, however, very little agreement as to what exactly is meant by the term or how it impacts on different sectors of the world. Advances in technology, in particular e‐mail and the internet, are often given as reasons for increased global awareness. This, however, barely begins to scratch the surface. Today we think nothing of jetting off for exotic holidays in far flung locations or having telephone calls with family, friends and work colleagues in other countries. We are able to buy products,...