Reading about the new pan-India survey to boost the competitiveness of our Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) brought a familiar sense of both hope and déjà vu. The initiative, aimed at understanding production processes, technology adoption, and marketing strategies, is certainly a step in the right direction. It’s an acknowledgment of a reality I’ve been vocal about for a very long time.
A Problem I Saw Years Ago
More than a decade ago, back in 2014, I reflected on the fundamental hurdles that throttle our MSMEs. In a blog post, Re: Making Indian MSMEs Globally Competitive, I pointed out their core challenges:
- They cannot afford to spend lakhs on advertising.
- Most cannot establish their own sales and distribution networks.
- A vast majority operate as sub-contractors, dependent on larger corporations.
My response at the time was to create a solution, not just identify the problem. I launched B2BmessageBlaster.com, a platform designed to give these smaller players a fighting chance by connecting them directly to a massive database of potential clients with a single click. Seeing a nationwide survey now addressing these very issues feels like a validation of those early observations. The challenges haven't fundamentally changed, but our tools to address them have evolved dramatically.
The Next Leap: Collaborative Intelligence
A survey collects data, which is essential. But data is static. True empowerment comes from dynamic, intelligent tools that can interpret that data and provide actionable insights. We need to go beyond simply cataloging problems and start deploying solutions that scale.
This is where my work with Artificial Intelligence, specifically the concept behind IndiaAGI.ai, becomes incredibly relevant. I have often argued that a consensus-based approach, where multiple AI models debate to find the best answer, yields far superior results than a single model. As I explored in my post, "5 LLMs are any day better than one", this collaborative intelligence mitigates bias, enhances accuracy, and provides more nuanced, comprehensive solutions.
Imagine applying this principle to our MSMEs. What if, instead of just a survey, we provided them with an AI-powered consensus engine for business strategy? A tool that could analyze their specific challenges—be it marketing, supply chain, or technology adoption—and draw upon the collective intelligence of multiple specialized AI agents to offer tailored, low-cost solutions.
This isn't just about giving them a report; it's about giving them a digital strategist, a marketing guru, and a technology consultant, all accessible through a simple interface. That is the kind of leapfrog innovation that can genuinely supercharge the backbone of our economy.
The survey is a good start. It will paint a detailed picture of the landscape. But let's not stop at the picture. Let's use it as a map to deploy the next generation of intelligent tools that will truly make our MSMEs not just competitive, but formidable on a global scale.
Regards,
Hemen Parekh
Of course, if you wish, you can debate this topic with my Virtual Avatar at : hemenparekh.ai
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