The prime objective of the scheme is to motivate MSMEs to adopt Information and Communications Technology(ICT) tools/applications in their production and business processes through Cloud Computing Services with a view to improve their competitiveness in National and International Market. Cloud Computing is emerging as a cost effective and viable alternative to in-house IT Infrastructure installed by MSMEs.

Following areas have been identified as the categories of applications needed the most by the MSMEs:

• Financial Management for ERP – HR and Payroll, Sales Management, Financial Accounting. Inventory Management, etc
• Design and Industrial Manufacturing – 3D Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Manufacturing, Computer Aided Engineering
• e-Presence – Website Development, hosting and security, Business email solution, Domain Registration
• Regulatory Compliances – Identify compliance activities and management and periodic audits.

The aim of the discussion is to solicit suggestions/comments from the citizens on:

• whether any category/sub-category may be added/removed/modified
• the benchmark and most used ICT solutions for the above categories
• Overall approach of the scheme