The rise of technology has led to our environment being characterized as a global one. “The global economy gave business the ability to market products and services all over the globe. It has also allowed them to develop partnerships and alliances throughout the world, which has become essential for success in today’s business” (Haag, S. (2000) “Management Information Systems”). Prior to globalisation, the United States dominated the global economy. In recent years, however, the U.S. share of the global economy has shrunk to approximately 25 percent and will continue that trend as the economies of many newly industrialized countries continue to pick up steam