Azerbaijan launches slew of initiatives aimed at boosting SME savvy

BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 30. A series of
initiatives have been introduced in Azerbaijan to enhance the
skills of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Deputy
Minister of Digital Development and Transport of Azerbaijan Samir
Mammadov said at a presentation of a platform that helps small and
medium-sized businesses (SMEs) digitize, Trend reports.
"There are several initiatives to improve the qualification of
SMEs, including the "CTO-as-a-Service Voucher" program, which
offers consulting services for the development of IT strategies and
the implementation of new solutions. The legislative initiatives in
the field of digitalization have created favorable conditions for
rapid transformations. In particular, the introduction of the
"mygov" system allows individuals to present personal documents and
data digitally, simplifying access to government services and
reducing paperwork.
Additionally, the "Online Azerbaijan" project, launched by the
Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, aims to provide
broadband internet access to 2.9 million households across the
country. By the end of 2024, all homes and businesses are expected
to be connected to high-speed networks," he said.




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