Technicians will often be asked these tasks:

• Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
• Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Most strategists should excel at:

• Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

• Correcting errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the programs for ensuring that the desired results are produced.
• Conducting trial runs of programs and software applications for ensuring that the desired information and that the instructions are adequate.
• Compiling and writing documentation of the program’s development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can continue developing the programs.
• Writing, updating, and maintaining computer programs or software packages for handling specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
• Consulting with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel for clarifying the programs intent, identifying problems, and suggesting changes.
• Performing or directing revision, repairing, or expansion of existing programs for increasing operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.