Problems of modern technology

Modern technologies have a profound impact on society in the current age of global competition. Yet, we do not understand the long-term impact of prol iferation of technology on society's long-term sustainability. This paper p resents one perspective of how the evolution of technology has (1) brought about mixed results, some of which need to be reconsidered given that the e nvironmental well is not bottomless and (2) outdistanced the economic and p olitical systems, putting in question who is in the driver's seat in key de cision-making processes. We argue that the locus of control in the New Worl d order needs to ensure long-term 'sustainability' as opposed to short-term 'economization'.