Separate track on knowledge communities at NASSCOM summit

NEW DELHI: In recognition of the growing contribution and effort by IT companies towards social and developmental goals, the NASSCOM 2006 - India Leadership Summit will have, for the first time ever, a separate track on 'Fostering Knowledge Communities'.

This has been conceptualized and organized by NASSCOM Foundation, a body set up by NASSCOM to multiply existing developmental initiatives of the IT industry and to catalyze new opportunities for this initiative.

According to NASSCOM, the conference will be attended by global CEOs, CXOs, international CIOs, analysts, consultants, influencers, thought leaders, academicians and senior government officials and will feature multiple forums and conclaves in parallel tracks across three days.

Speaking about the new track, Saurabh Srivastava, chairman, NASSCOM Foundation and executive chairman, XANSA India said, “The Indian IT Industry has successfully established its leadership in the global arena and is now eager to leverage its knowledge and experience and give back to the community. We would like to explore the potential of ICT in empowering and improving the lives of the underserved and are looking forward to starting this journey.”

“The first ever such effort by NASSCOM Foundation will create a platform that will bring together pioneers of the cause from across the world. Along with a showcase of successful programs in various countries and discussions about public private partnerships, role of ICT across verticals, Mission 2007- the way forward, the speakers will also deliberate on the IT industry's commitment to social development,” Srivastava added.