The report highlights the initiative of expanding focus on industry segments based on size and potential, he said, adding the potential of IT industry is in Internet and mobile (content and commerce) segment.

It has also recommended reconstituting the Executive Council for adequate representation for seven identified priority verticals.

The recommendations will be implemented in a phased manner and NASSCOM Vice Chairman Krishnakumar Natarajan will help lead it.

The report also recommends helping develop capabilities in next generation technologies and platforms in partnership with the industry, Murthy said, adding that NASSCOM will set up five centers of excellence in five years.

NASSCOM Chairman N Chandrasekaran said the report also recommends positioning India as an innovative solution provider and destination of choice and forge partnerships to increase industry collaboration.

It lays emphasis on expanding market access through country specific initiatives and work with governments to promote free-trade, he said.

It recommends realignment of NASSCOM structure to specific verticals (IT and Services, BPM, GICs, ER&D, Internet and Mobile, Products, Domestic Market) and enablers ( Global Trade, Policy Advocacy, Outreach, Skills and Talent, Regional Connect), Chandrasekaran said.

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