The "Cloud First" Strategy will be introduced to the national agenda, starting with the public sector, as it is fundamental to an organisation's digital transformation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
He said cloud adoption would enable the government to rapidly deliver innovative public sector services without incurring a high level of capital expenditure to invest in Information Technology (IT) infrastructures such as data centres, servers and storage.
"This enables the government to allocate resources for more impactful programmes for the rakyat.
"With this strategy in place, it is without doubt that the government is taking the lead in embracing digital transformation," he said after chairing the 29th MSC Malaysia Implementation Council Meeting at Perdana Putra, here today.
Also present at the meeting were Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak and his deputy Datuk Jailani Johari, Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai and Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh.
Najib said the government could also facilitate the adoption of cloud by the private sector.
In the case of regulated industries such as the banking and financial services, healthcare and telecommunications, he said, the regulators were encouraged to accelerate the publishing of progressive guidelines for companies in these sectors to reap the benefits of cloud whilst maintaining compliance to regulations.
Najib said the government would also develop a National Artificial Intelligence (Al) Framework, an expansion of the National Big Data Analytics (BDA) Framework, which will be led by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDeC).
He said in a hyper connected world, it was becoming abundantly clear that AI was the defining force of the fourth industrial revolution.
"AI could well be a 'game changer' in improving the lives of Malaysians," he said.
On a wider industry-level, Najib said the government would establish the Digital Transformation Acceleration Programme (D-TAP) for large and mid-tier companies which contribute 63.4 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), to accelerate digital adoption.
He said Malaysia's industries were still far from being digitally ready and the challenges noted included lack of structured approach, budget limitations, shortage of digital workers as well as the perception that digital transformation was too "fast paced and complex".
To accelerate the transformation, he said, the government would appoint Digital Transformation Labs to provide consultancy and assist in prototyping new digital products and services.
"The labs will then match participant companies to digital companies.
"This outcome driven programme intends to achieve three main outcomes from increased productivity, reduction in foreign labour dependency as well as create a new business model or source of growth for the participant companies," he said.
Najib said 2017 was the year of the Internet Economy for Malaysia with the next milestone being the launching of the first Digital Free Trade Zone outside China on Nov 3.
After the meeting, Najib also witnessed the exchange of documents for the setting up of Mountain Partners' South East Asia operations hub in Malaysia.
Through the set-up, The Swiss-headquartered company builder would help more than 15 of their global portfolio companies expand into Malaysia and creating more than 400 job opportunities, including more than 50 top C-suite (top senior executives) talent roles.
Mountain Partners will also set-up a US$100 million fund to invest in Malaysia and South East Asia tech start-ups.
Najib also witnessed the exchange of documents of partnership between the private equity firm Leonie Hill Capital and Japan-based IP Bridge, which will see Malaysia as the home ground for their venture building initiative.
The partnership, through lP Bridge's global expansion initiative, ManGo Factory, will also relocate more than 10 Southeast Asian and Japanese start-ups in Malaysia, providing them with facilities, access and market opportunities in Malaysia and Japan.
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Thu Oct 19 2017
Najib chairing the 29th MSC Malaysia Implementation Council Meeting at Perdana Putra, Putrajaya, today. --fotoBERNAMA
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.
Economic outlook: Budget 2025 to lay foundation for a digital-driven economy
The report said Budget 2025 will entail efforts to position Kuala Lumpur as a top 20 global startup hub by 2030 through the KL20 initiative.
Economic outlook: Corruption and lack of accountability hinder economic progress
Special Cabinet Committee on National governance is established to curb corruption, law reforms to modernise outdate regulations, MoF said.
National Wages Consultative Council will be strengthened
The govt will also incentivise hiring women returning from career breaks, offer job matching and improve care services facilities.
Economic outlook: Ensuring 11 years of compulsory education for all children
Budget 2025 will continue prioritising upskilling and retraining initiatives to equip workers with the latest skill sets necessary.
Consolidated public sector projected to record lower surplus of RM41.7 bil 2024
The MoF said the consolidated general government revenue is estimated to increase slightly to RM384.7 billion in 2024.
PM announces substantial Budget 2025 hastening Malaysia to become Asian economic powerhouse
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said it would create jobs and also tackle financial leakages to enhance public spending efficiency.