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BUSINESS RESILIENCE An Africa standpoint Forecasted GDP growth of 5.2% in 2014 (Source: World Bank) FDI and Infrastructure investments are surging AFRICA IN TIMES OF FAST GROWTH KEY FACTORS INFLUENCING SPEND ON RESILIENCE HOWEVER, RISKS TO FAST GROWTH REMAIN BUSINESSES NEED TO BE RESILIENT TO ENSURE Africa is extremely diverse and complex: Examples: Economic powerhouses – South Africa and Nigeria, Highest Literacy Rates – Zimbabwe Continuity of Processes Hyperconnected citizens are already making a significant difference to do business Increased political instability, terrorism and religious extremism is rife in Africa Africa clearly has a long-term focus on investing in technology to build a resilient business with 59% of CXOs suggesting increase in investment in the next 2-3 yearsand further With widespread adoption of technology and hyper-connectivity, business is becoming more viable Security Ensure continued growth INVESTMENT PRIORITIES KEY TECHNOLOGY DRIVERS HELPING BUILD A RESILIENT BUSINESS 73% 65% 54% Provides a framework to continually evaluate risks Adds potential value to business Build flexibility in the business model RESILIENCE Security is a less pressing concern for CXOs in Africa, compared to US, Europe and Asia 1 2 3 Having a Robust Business Continuity Plan 82% 75% 74% Information System Security Technology Meeting Customer Expectations WWW.WIPRO.COM CONSULTING | SYSTEM INTEGRATION | BUSINESS PROCESS SERVICES WIPRO LTD., DODDAKANNELLI, SARJAPUR ROAD, BANGALORE - 560 035, INDIA TEL: +91 (80) 2844 0011, FAX: +91 (80) 2844 0256 © WIPRO LTD., 2014 DO BUSINESS BETTER DIFFERENT FROM OTHER MARKETS
