Research Areas
Deep Dives into Retail & Trade Dynamics
The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), along with its Research & Trade Development Society (CRTDS), primarily focuses on promoting the interests of traders and addressing key issues in the Indian retail and trade sectors. Their research and initiatives span a variety of domains that aim to enhance the welfare of traders, improve trade policies, and drive economic growth. The research areas of CAIT’s Research & Trade Development Society typically include the following:
E-commerce and Digital Transformation
- Impact of E-commerce : Researching the growing influence of e-commerce platforms on traditional traders and retailers, and exploring ways for small traders to adapt to the digital landscape.
- Digital Literacy and Adoption : Encouraging digital adoption among traders by researching tools and strategies for enhancing digital literacy in the trade community.
- Fair Trade Practices in E-commerce : Analysing and advocating for fair trade practices in the e-commerce sector, ensuring a level playing field for traditional traders.
Trade Policy Advocacy & Analysis
- Trade Policy Reforms : Researching and advocating for policy reforms that support the retail trade sector, including issues related to GST (Goods and Services Tax), import/export regulations, and taxation policies.
- Government Regulations : Analysing the impact of government regulations on small and medium traders, and working to ease compliance burdens.