Meghan Nandgaonkar, Head of JDU, Fujitsu,
Digital innovation is a gateway to a connected world. And when we use the innovation to empower every individual with means to thrive in the world, development is more inclusive and sustainable.
Imagine a farmer in a remote village using a smartphone app to check weather patterns and increase crop yields, or a student accessing world-class education with just a click, or a senior citizen accessing healthcare service from home! These aren’t just dreams; they are real-life wins happening right now, thanks to digital tech. Another great example is digital innovation bringing together wildlife conservationists, researchers, technology & tools and information on similar projects across the globe and facilitating free exchange of information and promoting sustainable development goals.
On this World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, let’s celebrate how digital innovation is empowering people everywhere. It is breaking down barriers and leveling the playing field, so no matter where you are, you have got the same shot at success. Here’s to digital innovation – our ticket to a future where sustainable prosperity is a shared journey, not a solo ride.
