Digital Infrastructure
The PIKOM Digital Infrastructure Chapter was launched on 29 May 2024. This pivotal addition marks a significant step forward in fostering collaboration and innovation within Malaysia’s digital ecosystem.
Focusing on data centers, telecommunications, and related digital infrastructures, this new chapter brings together industry experts to advocate for policies that will drive Malaysia’s digital economy forward.
The chapter aims to address critical issues and opportunities within the digital infrastructure sector such as but not limited to:
- government incentives for local and international players
- energy tariff classification
- the adoption of renewable sources
- expanding the national talent pool through curriculum development, university collaborations, and training programs.
The Digital Infrastructure Chapter’s primary activities encompass quarterly member meetings for networking and idea exchange, promoting best practices, facilitating learning opportunities, and advocating for Malaysia’s regional leadership position. These initiatives are meticulously designed to nurture a dynamic industry and unlock the next phase of growth for Malaysia’s digital economy.
The 2024 PIKOM Digital Infrastructure Chapter Committee members are:
- Wing K Lee, CEO, YTL Communications Sdn. Bhd.
Chair, Digital Infrastructure Chapter - Ong Chin Seong, PIKOM Chairman
- Chiew Kok Hin, CEO, AIMS Data Centre Sdn. Bhd.
- Abdul Halim bin Md. Lassim, EVP, HeiTech Padu Bhd.
- Oliver Liu, Malaysia Public Relations Dept, Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
- Lee Cheung Loong, MD, IP ServerOne Solutions Sdn. Bhd.
- Dr Andrew Lau, Director of Strategic Programs, Microsoft Malaysia
- Akhil Gupta, CEO, Total IT Global
For more information about PIKOM and its Digital Infrastructure Chapter, please contact sharonsunita@pikom.org.my.