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Infotech to have positive impact on growth: study

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Infotech to have positive impact on growth: study

Around 88% of the Indian business leaders believe that increased use of information and communication technology (ICT) will be a major determinant in overcoming socio-economic disparities. This will advance growth in the next five years, according to a joint study by Accenture and Confederation of Indian Industry.

The study stated that the catalytic impact of ICT would have multiplier growth opportunities across all industries.

According to the study, 94% of the businessmen believe that the use of ICT has been a major reason for Indias recent economic growth, while 87% believe that socio-economic disparity is the major obstacle in the growth of Indian economy.

More : financialexpress.com

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