Small to mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) that make intelligent use of technology are able to grow faster - and more profitably - than their rivals. Data integration provides all parts of the business with customized views of the same data and applications that automate processes boost efficiency.

But the benefits of technology cannot enable growth without an adequate information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure in the country of operation. The better the infrastructure, the greater the impact of a company's technology investments on growth. Only after an adequate ICT infrastructure exists will businesses be able to use technology to reduce costs and accelerate revenue growth.

Read this white paper to learn:

• How investments in a country's ICT infrastructure facilitate growth
• Once the ICT infrastructure is in place, to what extent can technology solutions help SMEs adopt industry best practices and achieve their business goals
• An economic analysis of the effect of investment in ICT infrastructure on GDP growth in 60 countries