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Press Release26 August 2024Siemens AGKuala Lumpur
Siemens Granted Prestigious Malaysia Digital (MD) Status
Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, CEO, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation
Commitment to Digital
Transformation
Siemens' longstanding
presence in Malaysia has played a crucial and enduring role in supporting
nation-building efforts and introducing cutting-edge technologies across
various sectors. This support helps businesses enhance their digital
capabilities, increase productivity and operate sustainably.
Siemens is partnering with
the Selangor State Government as a technology advisor to accelerate digital
transformation in the state. Through this collaboration, Siemens will offer
advisory services across various sectors, including agrotechnology,
communication and transportation (encompassing automotive and electric
vehicles), electrical and electronics, engineering and machinery, and supply
and distribution (covering ports and logistics). The goal is to boost
Selangor's economic growth and attract new investments.
Additionally, Siemens is
working with the Selangor Technical Skills Development Centre (STDC) to enhance
local talent through training programs that integrate Siemens' advanced
technologies into the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program.
This partnership also facilitates the exchange of globally-utilized syllabi and
concepts across Southeast Asia.
As the only player in the
semiconductor industry offering comprehensive solutions across the entire value
chain - from research and design to production - Siemens is committed to advancing
the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS). Siemens supports NSS’s goals related
to enhancing manufacturing processes and developing the workforce within
Malaysia’s semiconductor sector.
With sustainability at its
core, Siemens is supporting Malaysia’s transition to a net-zero energy future
by delivering energy solutions that reduce carbon emissions and promote
sustainability. This includes managing over 3.9 million smart meters nationwide
using Siemens Energy’s IP software solution – Meter Data Management and
advancing grid digitalization to facilitate renewable energy integration.
Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, CEO,
Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, commented: “Siemens
Malaysia’s achievement of the Malaysia Digital (MD) Status is a testament to
their unwavering commitment to advancing the country’s digital transformation
journey. MDEC is proud to collaborate with Siemens in creating a robust digital
ecosystem that empowers businesses and enhances productivity. By leveraging
their global expertise and innovative technologies, Siemens is playing a
pivotal role in driving Malaysia's digital ambitions. This aligns seamlessly
with the Malaysia Digital (MD) national strategic initiative and further
solidifies our nation’s position as the digital hub of ASEAN. ”
Tindaro Danze, President
and CEO of Siemens Malaysia, highlighted this milestone: “
Achieving MD Status is a significant step forward in our commitment to
Malaysia. It allows us to deepen our collaboration with the government,
businesses, and educational institutions. As a company leading the way in digitalization,
our core technologies serve as building blocks to accelerate digital
transformation and scale sustainability impact.”
Recognizing that SMEs are
the backbone of Malaysia’s economy, Siemens offers essential tools and
resources to help these businesses integrate advanced technologies and optimize
their operations at a low-cost entry point through its Digital Enterprise
Experience Centers (DEX) in Penang and Kuala Lumpur.
Danze added, “We
are excited to leverage our cutting-edge expertise in digitalization and
automation to enhance Malaysia’s global competitiveness and contribute to the
country’s long-term economic growth and technological advancement.”
Accelerating Malaysia's
Digital Transformation and Adoption
Malaysia Digital is the
national strategic initiative to encourage and attract companies, talents and investments
while enabling Malaysian businesses and Rakyat to play a leading part in the
global digital revolution and digital economy.
The Malaysia Digital Status
aims to support businesses involved in digital and technological activities,
fostering growth and cultivating a more dynamic and supportive environment for
digital enterprises.
Siemens Malaysia Sdn Bhd is a leading technology company with comprehensive products and solutions, and emerging technologies for various markets in the Malaysian economy, under its Digital Industries and Smart Infrastructure businesses. It focuses on the areas of intelligent infrastructure for buildings, grids and distributed energy systems, more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, as well as automation and digitalization in the process and manufacturing industries. The company creates technology with purpose, adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for Malaysians.