Closing the Gender Pay Gap in the IT Sector: Strategies for Achieving Pay Equity

Authors

  • Kishan Madhvani Research Scholar, MCA Thakur Institute of Management Studies, Career Development & Research (TIMSCDR), Mumbai, India
  • Rishabh Jain Research Scholar, MCA Thakur Institute of Management Studies, Career Development & Research (TIMSCDR), Mumbai, India

Keywords:

Entrepreneurship, Women entrepreneurs, Empowerment

Abstract

This paper examines the broader issue of the gender pay gap in the information technology (IT) sector and proposes strategies for achieving pay equity. Despite improvements in gender equality in the workplace, the IT industry continues to experience a pay gap. This study examines the existing literature in detail, focusing on contributing factors such as job isolation, opacity, and communication dynamics. Using a mix of methods including a literature review, survey and case study, the study seeks to identify successful strategies from innovation and recommends targeted initiatives for the IT sector The ultimate goal is insights that can be developed for IT departments, policy makers and individuals. To provide insight, it is to promote an inclusive and equitable remuneration environment in the IT industry

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Published

2024-06-20

How to Cite

Kishan Madhvani, & Rishabh Jain. (2024). Closing the Gender Pay Gap in the IT Sector: Strategies for Achieving Pay Equity. Journal of Advanced Research in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and SME Management, 7(2), 7-11. Retrieved from https://adrjournalshouse.com/index.php/Journal-Entrepreneurship-SMEMgt/article/view/2018

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 2 (2024): Journal of Advanced Research in Entrepreneurship, Innovation & SMES Management

Section

Articles

Copyright (c) 2024 Kishan Madhvani, Rishabh Jain

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