Rigorous Education System and Technical Skills
The Indian education system is very rigorous and competitive, with particularly high standards in the science fields. Top-class educational institutions such as Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are globally recognized and have the highest number of IT graduates in the world. With a strong foundation in mathematics and science developed at these institutions, as well as practical skills and project experience, graduates are ready to enter the global IT industry.
Global Perspective and Flexibility
India is a country with diversity in terms of religion, language, ethnicity, etc. This has provided me with the perspective and flexibility to thrive in a global business environment. As a country with diverse cultural backgrounds, they naturally have the ability to understand different cultures and adapt to different environments. This gives us a great advantage in collaborating effectively with clients and teams around the world.
Importance of English Skills
English is widely used in India and is adopted as the primary language of instruction in many schools. Many IT technologies and products are created based on English, so even when conducting technical research, it is possible to investigate much more than in Japanese. This allows Indian IT professionals to work smoothly without facing language barriers when communicating on international projects.
Utilizing Time Differences
India takes advantage of the time difference with Western European countries, and especially when doing business with the United States, it has the advantage of being able to move forward with projects even after the day’s work is finished. There is a three-and-a-half hour time difference with Japan, which not only makes communication smoother, but also makes it easier to take advantage of the slight time difference to smoothly carry out development and maintenance work.
Global Success of People from India
Many people from India, such as Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai and Microsoft’s Satya Nadella, are demonstrating leadership at the world’s top companies. These success stories demonstrate that India’s IT education and human resource development are at an extremely high standard worldwide, and it is expected that India will continue to produce many outstanding leaders in the future.
Focus on STEM Education and Women’s Participation
The Indian government is actively investing in STEM education and is also focusing on educating women. The IT industry is a meritocracy, regardless of caste, religion, ethnicity, gender, etc., and the friendly competition of many excellent engineers contributes to the development of the IT industry. This initiative is promoting innovation and diversity across society, contributing to further increasing India’s competitiveness.
Impact of Caste System and IT Industry
Although the caste system has existed in Indian society for a long time, the IT industry is a relatively new field and is therefore not easily affected by this system. This environment makes it easier for people from various social backgrounds to enter the IT industry, and the exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives makes it easier to create innovative solutions.
