Women Leaders in IT Speak on the International Women's Day

The International Women's Day is here, coinciding with Holi. On this day, some women leaders in the IT industry have given their views about the women's role in the industry as professionals. Following are their statements.

“To create a truly inclusive future, it is essential that we ensure that innovation and technology are designed to meet the needs of everyone, regardless of their gender, race, or any other demographic characteristic. This means prioritising diverse perspectives throughout the design process and understanding the unique challenges faced by underrepresented groups. To do this, women need to not just be considered potential consumers but also equal participants in the teams that design these products.”

--By Sarita Das - Co-Founder and CHRO 3SC Solutions

“Gender equality is not just a matter of fairness and equal opportunities; it is also a key factor for economic growth and development in the innovation and technology industry. If we exclude women from the industry, we are missing out on a significant portion of talent, skills, and perspectives that can contribute to innovation and progress. Investing in women's potential in the industry is, therefore, not just the right thing to do, but it is also an economic imperative.”

--By Maheshwari Dhayanandan, VP, econ Systems

“According to the UN, more women in the technology space results in more advanced solutions and has greater potential for innovations that promote gender equality. It is imperative that the global STEM ecosystem step up and provide women and girls with innovative upskilling opportunities and technology-based education, starting from the grassroots, to unlock a sustainable future for the planet and humankind. Additionally, organizations need to deploy a strategic and continuous approach to strengthen equality and equity by creating appropriate ecosystems and policies to grow their career path and to assist them in building long-term careers in tech.”

--By Rituparna Mandal, GM, MediaTek

 “Women are breaking gender stereotypes and stepping into this sector, which was once perceived as male-dominated. But that's not the case anymore; there is a change in perception, and the unwavering determination, hard work, and honed talent have pushed the influx of women upwards in real estate in the last few years. The hiring conversations have moved from gender to experience and meritocracy. From entry-level or mid-manager roles, women today lead functions such as Sales, all-men-led Operations teams, Projects, and more."

--By Niroopa Padmanabhan, VP, Design, Smartworks

The statements from these women leaders show that women are very important for the growth of any organisation and they must be given important roles for the growth of the organisation.

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