Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) of the manufacturing sectoe are the backbone of the country’s economy. According to a recent report, MSMEs directly contribute to almost 30% of the GDP in India.

As per a recent CRISIL report, MSMEs in India are in the middle of a digital business transformation.

• 55 per cent of micro-enterprises and 45 per cent of small enterprises have actively moved to the digital space.
• The main areas of digitalisation are finance, procurement and inventory.
• Sales and marketing initiatives have also been transformed by technology.

These statistics make it clear that if MSMEs are to grow and thrive, they need to embrace digital technology.

Digital Opportunities for MSMEs

At Vi Business, we believe that MSMEs should seize growth opportunities to unlock their potential.

Which is why we’ve created a digital assessment tool, ReadyForNext, that is designed to help MSMEs assess their digital maturity

We understand that embracing the right digital products and solutions can be a way to achieve growth.

More than 90,000 MSMEs across 16 industries took the ReadyForNext digital assessment to understand their digital readiness. Our findings show many growth & digital opportunities that MSMEs can take advantage of.

• MSMEs need to target precise customers, acquire and provide delightful customer experience
• Digital products enables newer ways of working for employees and stakeholders to work, connect and collaborate, whether in the office or outside of it.
• They make processes more efficient & effective. Some of these applications are supply chain management, inventory, and last-mile operations.
• They are easy to access, scalable and always-on.

Digital Technology to Benefit MSMEs

As per our ReadyForNext digital assessment tool, there are four areas that can help MSMEs become more digitally mature.

Internet of Things (IoT)

With the Internet of Things (IoT), MSMEs can boost efficiency across operations. Some examples are implementing IoT for fleet management, machinery health monitoring, and managing energy costs.

Vi Business’ Integrated IoT solution offers a range of IoT products and services. We believe in a holistic approach. That means end-to-end deployment and top-class support.

Our dedicated IoT team provides insights and expertise across sectors, with experience managing various connected devices and solutions.

MSMEs can benefit from accelerated go-to-market strategies. They can expect reduced complexity, improved customer experience, lower costs, as well as easy integration with existing systems.

Security

With digital security services, MSMEs can safeguard company and customer data. This is critical at a time of increasing cyber threats.

Vi Business has a range of enterprise security solutions.

• Our device security solutions safeguard devices from unwanted cyber-attacks.
• Email security protects the use of this vital communication channel.
• Web security solutions ensure that online activities are free from threats and breaches.
• A next-gen cloud firewall creates a ring of safety for you and your business.
• Managed DDoS gives Internet bandwidth protection from unwanted traffic.
• A secure device manager ensures you have complete control over business data.

At Vi Business, we are committed to offering exceptional service available 24/7. Our team is dedicated to meeting your needs and ensuring you receive the assistance required whenever needed.

Cloud

Cloud services are a vital part of any MSME’s digital transformation. Cloud for SMBs provide numerous benefits, including enhancing workspace productivity and enabling the creation of hybrid working environments.

With Vi Business Cloud solutions, your small medium enterprise gets access to industry-leading applications. These include email, productivity, security and more.

To begin with, our cloud-managed services ensure greater visibility, manageability and flexibility for your data. With our infrastructure colocation, your IT infrastructure can also be scalable, reliable and secure.

Here are some more SaaS products for MSMEs:

• We offer Google Workspace, which is an all-in-one suite of cloud-based applications.
• Mobile Workforce Essentials give you a scalable management solution.
• Our Website Builder is a smooth and easy way to take your products and services online.
• Our Device Security Solutions give you added protection, should you need it.

This range of solutions from Vi Business improves productivity and efficiency while remaining cost-effective for MSMEs. You can look forward to best-in-class, seamless services & digital business solutions.

Collaboration and Productivity

Nowadays, many MSMEs have to manage a workforce across geographies. This has to be done without a loss of efficiency.

The solution is to use digital web conferencing and next-gen tools to boost productivity.

Our award-winning mobile Postpaid plans, designed for business, include:

For example, our enterprise mobility solutions provide seamless connectivity between employees, stakeholders, and critical business functions, regardless of location.

• Postpaid plans that cater to all business needs.
• Cost-effective International Roaming solutions.
• Mobile Call Recording solutions.
• Location Tracking solutions.
• Managed Mobility solutions for enterprises on the go.
• Customer Targeting solutions for lead generation.

In short, Vi Business’s SMB solutions provide digital products designed to help you meet targets and grow your business with digital opportunities.

Want to discover how to future-proof your business with our ReadyForNext Program? Find out more today. 

MSMEs are the driving force of the Indian economy. At Vi Business, we believe in equipping them with the right digital tools and technology to thrive in today’s business world.

Our ReadyForNext assessment helps MSMEs gain insights into their digital readiness and access India’s largest MSME study. 

Take the assessment now