Information Technology in Pakistan: Sustainability and Potential

Information Technology in Pakistan: Sustainability and Potential


 

INTRO:

Information technology (IT) has evolved rapidly over the past few decades, and it can be hard to keep up with the ever-changing landscape of technology. Pakistan’s IT industry has grown significantly in the past few years, and these recent developments will affect the way many organizations perform their daily operations. However, many people are uncertain about whether IT can help sustainably improve Pakistan’s economy, or if it’s just another fad that’ll go away in a few years' time.

How does your country rank?

The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Information Technology Report for 2014–2015 ranked Pakistan 104th out of 148 countries on Networked Readiness, an indicator that measures a country’s integration into international electronic communication networks. The report ranks countries according to three factors—ICT Infrastructure, ICT Use, and Human Capital—and uses these to develop an overall Networked Readiness Index.

What are the challenges?

The biggest issue that plagues technology is sustainability. In its present state, it’s not sustainable at all. The problem is there are too many wires, cords, batteries, devices, and parts involved in every electronic device—and these resources cannot be renewed. Even if recycling were possible (which it’s not), we wouldn’t have enough landfills to hold all of our discarded electronics—and even if we did have enough landfills, they would take a heavy toll on our environment.

Strategies to use digital tools responsibly

Since IT is a key component of our lives, it’s essential to know what goes into its development. There are several ways to get involved with an organization dedicated to digital strategy and tech development. If you want to make a difference while making some money, look for internships or volunteer positions that allow you to work on sustainability strategies. If you’re looking for a career path, consider going back to school for an IT-related degree so that you can work in areas like software design or computer programming.

Contributing Factors

Government funding for technological development is dismal. For example, according to a 2014 report by The World Bank, only 1% of government expenditures are channeled towards research and development (R&D). Additionally, they state that while private R&D spending has increased by 10% per year between 2005-2010, it is still less than $500 million annually.

The Future

Sustainable Development

Information technology (IT) is of extreme importance for any country, especially a developing one. It’s through IT that you can accomplish major changes in an organization or a country. The future of IT looks promising for developing countries like Pakistan where there’s so much opportunity to grow technologically. Here are some reasons why you should get involved with IT right now.

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