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might decide to set up manufacturing units in India because of the

support that the Government offers for industry.

 If the insurance companies are using the new technologies, the staff will

have to be imparted the necessary skills. It is possible that some of them

will be found to be redundant because the systems will be able to

function with lesser staff and because some of them may find it difficult

to adjust to the new technology.

 Technology will make it possible for employees to work from home. This

may enable more mothers to work. This might be preferred also by those

who have difficulty commuting to work daily because of distances and

whose work may not be dependent on presence in office.

 The prospects for insurance companies in rural areas seem to be bright in

the immediate future. Both access and service are likely to become easier

with the availability of technology. HR departments will have to ensure

that the employees are ready to take full advantage of the same.