Although Caribbean citizens are online in droves, countries have been experiencing relatively low take-up of new online products and services. We discuss key reasons that have been holding citizens back.
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Without a doubt, Caribbean countries are going digital. But it is unclear how much progress has been made and where there are still gaps that need to be filled. USAID recently published the results of a digital ecosystem study it conducted across 11 Caribbean countries. We speak with researchers, Chelceé Brathwaite and Matthew Cowen, and USAID regional head, Mansfield Blackwood, on the study’s findings and recommendations, and what should be the next step for Caribbean countries.
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Due to the scale of the business process outsourcing industry and its inherent emphasis on productivity, quality and efficiency, it can highlight early trends that will soon be evident across the wider business sector. We highlight five current trends in the BPO sector that are likely to become mainstream.
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AI and robotics entrepreneur and enthusiast, Matthew Stone, discusses, among other things: how AI and robotics are replacing current roles in the job market, whilst also opening up new opportunities; the skills and jobs that are currently in demand, and how Caribbean organisations start to position themselves to leverage AI; and how he was able to pull off the autonomous drones light show that was one of the highlights of Jamaica’s 60th independence anniversary celebrations
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Embedded-SIM (eSIM) technology has been in use for a few years, but there are signs that in the not-too-distant future it might replace the current removable SIM card in mobile and portable devices. We offer a quick primer on eSIMs: what it is, along with key advantages and disadvantages.
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