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Ethnic gap apparent in tech dependence
By Mass High Tech staff
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Differences appear in how minority-owned firms use technology, with nonminority businesses more dependent on tech.
The Internet and technology in general are important business tools
| Minority- owned |
Non-minority- owned |
|
| The Internet has dramatically impacted business for the better | 54 | 59 |
| When out of the office, it’s crucial for me to be able to access information | 59 | 63 |
| The Internet plays an important role in growing our company | 55 | 61 |
| I’m always actively searching for new technologies to help business grow | 53 | 53 |
| I like to be the first to try new technology | 33 | 38 |
Yet when it comes to business systems, they lag nonminorities
| Products/Services | Minority- owned |
Non-minority- owned |
| Accounting, CPA, tax advising & preparation |
69% | 79% |
| Business software & servers | 52% | 60% |
| Technology services | 47% | 50% |
| Company website | 57% | 67% |
| Benefits & insurance services | 51% | 67% |
| Litigation or legal services | 36% | 41% |
| Payroll services | 42% | 47% |
| Broadband, cable, high-speed Internet |
68% | 81% |
Source: City Business Journals Network; SMB Insights 2009
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