The world's largest democracy is among the oldest civilizations with a great history of trade and commerce over the centuries. India is the 7th largest country in the world, and the 2nd most populous country next to China. The advantages of sourcing from India include:
- India is one of the Top 10 economies of the world with a GDP of over $1.0 Trillion USD.
- India's economy has been expanding at 7 – 10% growth rate for last 6 years, and is forecasted to continue that rapid pace for foreseeable future.
- Top destination in the world for low cost high value software services and R&D.
- Large bases by various companies including IBM, Accenture, GE, Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, Hyundai, Toyota and others.
- Largest concentration of English speaking educated workforce in Asia.
- The 6th nation in the world to launch a space program and telecom satellites.
- 2nd largest railway network in the world, together with vast coastline and sea ports.
- Increasing investment by government in the infrastructure including power, rail, road and buildings.