TCS targets SMEs

The Economic Times reports.

iON, TCS' strategic unit for SMEs, presently has over 250 customers who are experiencing the benefits of increased efficiencies, predictability of technology, talent on call and an expanded customer base following the end-to-end integrated suite of cloud-based business solutions, V Ramaswamy, global head, iON, told reporters. The third-generation service model allows SMEs to capture growth through seamless technology deployment.

Over 60% of SMEs do not have IT systems, which is a large market waiting to be tapped, he said, Moneycontrol notes.

Launching the product in the Kerala market, he said TCS will go aggressive in the state and tap opportunities in the education, food processing and healthcare sectors. There are over 2.20 lakh registered SSI units employing close to one million people, he said. Key sectors including information technology; tourism; agro-based business, including food processing; and ready-made garments, were the areas in which TCS would like to provide its customers with seamless service. iON has created an ecosystem of over 100 cloud service partners across India. iON's industry solutions are currently available for manufacturing, textile, education, retail, restaurant, wellness and professional services.