India has been ahead in software services, but it has failed to see the same traction in the software products segment, despite having the right minds. Recently, it seems like we've been heading in the right direction-with the formation of bodies like iSPIRT and NASSCOM's Product Council that are working for a better eco-system for this industry.
In an exclusive interview with Dataquest, Sharad Sharma, a founding member of iSPIRT (who previously chaired the NASSCOM Product forum) speaks about the pressing issues our software products industry faces and discusses how iSPIRT intends to create an open community that will guide entrepreneurs.
Do you feel that the Indian government provides MNCs with better support?
Why does India need to change its ways for the software product industry?
Indian entrepreneurs spend significant time on product development and are building IP/patentable products, but investors advise entrepreneurs to move it outside India. What can be done to retain this talent within the country?
India is known for its talent in software and products but there aren't many software products coming out of India. Why?
Why do you feel a domestic software product industry will be stronger than services?
How does iSPIRT plan to implement the growth of software products in India?
What is the ideology behind iSPIRT?
It's been a few months since iSPIRT was formed. What difference do you believe you have made so far within the industry?
Recently, everyone was talking about members breaking away from NASSCOM to form iSPIRT. Was there a conflict of interest?
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