Undoubtedly, the entities that are involved in solving this problem should be applauded. Their efforts will have significant impact on the direction of this economy. However, until a solid economic imperative is proven, it is unrealistic to expect companies to step forward in any kind of sweeping manner. Fortunately, the economics of closing the Digital Divide are beginning to gel. Organizations with insight have come to the understanding that the more people there are involved in our economic growth, the stronger the growth will be.
Individuals can start businesses on the Internet, buy products and patronize services.
Future employees can be trained and students can earn otherwise elusive degrees all online. So, it is clear, that by expanding the base of end-users, more consumers, more businesses and more future employees will emerge as contributors in our global marketplace. Carriers stand to contribute and benefit the most by closing this gap. They have the resources to spend on initiating innovative programs. As a matter of fact, many have already begun to do so.