The Maverick Effect
| Author | Harish Mehta |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Subject | NASSCOM, IT Revolution in India |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Publisher | HarperCollins |
Publication date | 2022 |
| Publication place | India |
| Pages | 398 |
| ISBN | 978-9354895296 |
| Website | Official website |
The Maverick Effect: The Inside Story of India's IT Revolution is a non-fiction book authored by Harish Mehta, a key figure in India's IT industry and one of the founding members of NASSCOM.[1] Published by Harper Business in 2022, the book provides a detailed account of the growth and evolution of India's software industry through the journey of NASSCOM and its early members.[2][3]
Overview
[edit]The Maverick Effect is both a memoir and a historical account that narrates the story of India's IT revolution, focusing on the establishment of NASSCOM in 1988. The book highlights the challenges faced by early entrepreneurs in the software industry during the License Raj and how their collective efforts led to the industry's global prominence.[4][5]
Content Summary
[edit]The book covers several key aspects:[6][7]
- The early days of the IT industry in India, starting in the 1980s.
- The formation and evolution of NASSCOM and its role in shaping India's software sector.
- Harish Mehta's personal experiences as a returning entrepreneur from the U.S. and his involvement in lobbying for better policies.
- Major policy wins, such as tax exemptions and the establishment of software technology parks.
- The cultural and bureaucratic challenges faced by the industry pioneers, including resistance from traditional sectors.
Reception
[edit]The Maverick Effect has been well received by critics and industry professionals. N. R. Narayana Murthy, one of the key figures in India's IT revolution, endorsed the book, calling it an authoritative narrative on the growth of India's software industry. The book has also been praised for its engaging style and comprehensive coverage of NASSCOM's journey.[8][9]
Significance
[edit]The book is considered a valuable resource for those interested in understanding India's IT boom and the factors that contributed to its global success. By recounting the story of NASSCOM, the book sheds light on how the collaboration between the government and industry leaders helped transform India into a global technology hub.[10][11]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "The Maverick Effect review: A story of what India can". The Week. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ Kataria, Sanjiv (2022-04-25). "Maverick Effect: The Inside Story of India's IT Revolution". BusinessLine. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ "Indian IT Services: The King's Horse Has Never Stopped Galloping". Forbes India. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ "The maverick who built Nasscom reveals birth pangs of tech sector". The Times of India. 2024-01-29. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ "Harish Mehta, founder and executive chairperson of Onward Technologies, says he never regrets cutting up his Green Card". The Economic Times. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ Rao, Jaithirth (2022-04-04). "Harish Mehta's book shows why NASSCOM is a catalyst in India's start-up world. It's a treat". ThePrint. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ gateway (2022-04-28). "The Maverick Effect: The Inside Story of India's IT Revolution". Gateway House. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ "Book Excerpt: The Maverick Effect by Harish Mehta - CNBC TV18". CNBCTV18. 2022-05-04. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ "Microsoft or Google may not spring from India, says IT industry veteran Harish Mehta". India Today. 2022-05-05. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ Arora, Sumit (2022-04-07). "A book titled 'The Maverick Effect' authored by Harish Mehta". adda247. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
- ^ PR, ANI (2022-06-11). "TiE Mumbai announces its hall of fame - Excellence in entrepreneurship and enablers of the entrepreneurial ecosystem". ThePrint. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
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