Impact of information, communication and social business technology on micro, small and medium-sized entrepreneurship in Chhattisgarh: a short review

This review paper discusses the potential role of the adoption of information, communication, and technology (ICT) and social business tools based digital technologies (DT) in micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Chhattisgarh is one of the fastest growing states in India and is amongst the richest states in terms of natural and mineral resources. The State has an excellent educational ecosystem with Indian Institute of Management, Indian Institute of Technology, International Institute of Information Technology, National Institute of Technology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, National Law University successfully operational. Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of the Indian economy making large contributions to important economic indicators as well as household incomes. A literature review pertaining to ICT and DT initiatives that can support MSMEs was conducted and is reported here briefly.