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ASOCIO e-Newsletter Q1, 2018

e-Newsletter

30 March 2018 Quarter 1, 2018

In This Issue

ASOCIO New Tagline,

Vision and Mission

Statement 2

ASOCIO Members

Update 3 – 4

ASOCIO Multilateral

Trade Visit (MTV) 5 - 8

Singapore:

The Success of

Digital Economy

In Singapore 9 – 13

Malaysia:

Industry 4.0:

Where the

Digital drives

the physical 14 - 17

ASOCIO Upcoming

Event 18

Members Association

Upcoming Events:

April 19 – 21

May 21 - 22

June 23 - 27

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Chairman’s Note

Dear ASOCIO members association,

Welcome to the first quarter of 2018 and I would like to thank you for your continuous support of our quarterly published e-Newsletter. First and foremost, I would like to congratulate Dr. John Choi’s appointment as the new Council Member for 2018 in replacement for Dr. Lee from The Federation of Korean Information Industries (FKII).

I would like to congratulate The National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) for hosting the World Congress of Information Technology (WCIT) in Hyderabad India from 19 – 21 February 2018. Following the success of our collaboration last year towards inaugural report titled

“Reimagining the Digital Era”, I would like to take this opportunity to thank World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) for agreeing to be our partner and their continuous support for the research in 2018 after the board meeting held in Hyderabad, India. This year, the research report will be

focusing on “Cross Border Talent Development, Acquisitions and

Collaborations”. Besides that, there were also lots of events organized by our members’ associations for the past 3 months such as CAN ICT Conference 2018, EmTech Asia 2018, BASIS SoftExpo 2018, Japan IT Week Osaka, GIL SOUTH ASIA 2018, IoT Asia 2018 and Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) 2018. ASOCIO’s next event in the year 2018 is the Plenary Meeting in Thimphu, Bhutan which will be held on 20 – 23 June 2018. I would like to thank Bhutan ICT & Training Association (BICTTA) and Department of IT & Telecom (DITT): Ministry of Information & Communications (MoIC) Royal Government of Bhutan for co-hosting this event.


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Let us welcome SGTECH (formerly SiTF) back as a member of ASOCIO. In this issue, we have received insightful articles contribution from our members; SGTECH and The National ICT Association of Malaysia (PIKOM) as well as some upcoming events, from members association organized from April till June 2018. Please take your time to enjoy reading this edition of the ASOCIO e-Newsletter.

Last but not least, I will like to congratulate Lao ICT Commerce Association (LICA) for the success in organizing the Multilateral Trade Visit (MTV) held in

Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR from 23 – 26 January 2018. Mr. David Wong Nan Fay Chairman, ASOCIO

ASOCIO New Tagline:

Reimagining the Digital Era

ASOCIO Vision:

Catalyst of Asia Pacific Digital Transformation and Enablement.

ASOCIO Mission:

➢ Create and facilitate frameworks and platform for cross border trade;

➢ Engage governments on the development of national digital agenda;

➢ Assist member economies to establish globally competitive ICT industry;

➢ Be the Voice of the ICT industry at international trade and technology fora;

➢ Facilitate implementation of standards and governance;

➢ Be the focal point on the state of the Digital Economy in the region.

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ASOCIO Members Update…

About SGTech (formerly SiTF) SGTech is an active and responsible advocate of the technology industry in Singapore. With the evolving technology landscape, SGTech strives to create an ecosystem to anticipate changing technology trends and develop sustainable initiatives that can further strengthen the community and help the industry grow.

SGTech’s 700 members range from innovative start-ups, vibrant small and medium-sized enterprises to top multinational corporations that leverage technology as a core driver of their business.

SGTECH focuses on three key value propositions for our members and the community:

1. Being a Business Enabler: Through platforms and forums that provide business outreach and opportunities for its members. Addresses concerns and challenges faced by members – whether it is finding talent and capabilities or developing our own solutions and services alongside like-minded partners.

2. Being a Responsible Advocate: SGTech galvanises its members on matters that are important to the technology industry and will be the key conduit for members to government and vice versa.

3. Provider of Industry Insights: Working with members and key partners e.g. Government, foreign trade offices, etc. to provide insights to technology trends, government’s directions and programmes, and in-country support for companies who intend to internationalise.

SGTech Chapters SGTech’s Chapters offer focused support and development to both strategic and emerging sectors in the technology industry. The Chapters are:

• Cloud & Big Data Chapter (CBDC) • Cyber Security Chapter (CSC) • Digital Transformation Chapter (DxC) • Singapore Enterprise Chapter (SEC)


Two new pro-tem committees are set-up to cater to emerging industry needs:

• AI & High-Performance Computing Chapter (AI&HPC) • Smart Nation (SNC)

SGTech promotes and fosters collaboration with its members with an array of services and activities:

• NETWORKING Create quality connections, deepen partnerships and foster mutually beneficial partnerships

• TALENT AND CAPABILITIES Develop intelligent technology competencies to address business concerns and challenges in collaboration with like-minded partners

• CONFERENCES, SEMINARS & DIALOGUE SESSIONS Bring thought leadership insights to exploit opportunities and address business concerns and challenges

• CHANNELS OF COMMUNICATION Leverage specialist expertise and foster deep collaboration between local and multinational businesses and government

• TRADE MISSIONS Stimulate new business growth and assistance with grants and schemes for exhibitions and overseas trade missions

• INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCES Identify areas of opportunities for world-class insights and intelligence from international trade organizations and partners


ASOCIO MULTILATERAL TRADE VISIT (MTV) 2018

Recently, ASOCIO Multilateral Trade Visit was held in Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR from January 23 – 26, 2018. This event was co-hosted by Lao ICT Commerce Association (LICA) and with the collaboration of Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPT) of Lao PDR. The objective of this event was to create trade and partnership opportunities with Mongolia ICT companies from 24 economies in the Asia Pacific region.

This time, there were total 27 delegates from more than 7 countries such as Bhutan, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Taiwan that participated in this trade visit. LICA prepared a welcome dinner to greet all delegates to Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR at the Hang Out Restaurant.

On the first day, delegates visited Lao Satellite Company (LAOSAT). All delegates had the chance to visit Lao Satellite Control Center (SCC) and Ground Station broadcast services. LAOSAT is able to provide a range of services and solutions to both domestic and international broadcasters at the

southeast peninsula. Being the one and only satellite operator within the entire Lao territory, LAOSAT is fully responsible for the commercial operation of LAOSAT-1 Satellite and mainly engage in Satellite Telecommunications, Satellite Television and WBCN Services.

In the afternoon, delegates attended the Lao ICT Expo 2018 opening ceremony at ITEC. There was a remark speech given by the Minister of Post and Telecommunications (MPT) of Lao PDR and present digital Key to Deputy Prime Minister. All ASOCIO delegates had the opportunity to take a group photo on stage with the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Post and Telecommunications (MPT) of Lao PDR. Mr. David Wong Nan Fay (ASOCIO, Chairman) and Ms. Yvonne Chiu (WITSA, Chairman) presented ASOCIO research book and appreciation plaques to the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Post and Telecommunications (MPT) of Lao PDR when they visited LICA booth at the exhibition hall.


The next day, delegates visited Lao Telecom Company (LTC). Mr. Ken Streutker presented Lao Telecom and Telecommunications in past, present and future of Lao PDR. The next event required the delegates to walk across to Lao National Internet Center (LANIC) where the high-level ICT industry dialogue was held. There was presentation by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPT) of Lao PDR, ASOCIO and LICA. MoU’s were signed between ASOCIO and LICA at LANIC after the discussion between ASOCIO members association and Lao government officials. Mr. David Wong Nan Fay (ASOCIO, Chairman) presented an appreciation plaque to Mr. Thanongsinh Kanlagna (President of LICA) for his hospitality and contribution in hosting the ASOCIO Multilateral Trade Visit 2018.

On the same day, the farewell party was hosted by Lao ICT Commerce Association (LICA) at SmileDee Restaurant. Delegates from the 6th ASEAN CIO Forum join the same dinner with ASOCIO delegates. Delicious food and cocktails were served. There were souvenirs given by LICA as well as karaoke session held at the restaurant. All delegates enjoyed themselves and many photos were taken that night.


SINGAPORE:

The Success of Digital Economy in Singapore

What is the Digital Economy? Digital economy is the economic activity that results from billions of everyday

online connections among people, businesses, devices, data, and processes.

The backbone of the digital economy is hyperconnectivity which fosters the

interconnected nature of people, organisations, and machines that result

from the Internet, mobile technology and the internet of things (IoT) (Deloitte

Touche Tohmatsu Limited, 2018).

Digital Economy (Source: Future Economy)

The Digital Economy in Singapore In the recent Committee for Future Economy talk, emphasis was placed upon

digital economy’s role in strengthening Singapore's future. The movement

towards enhanced digital connectivity will not only enable Singaporean

businesses to extend to overseas markets, but also capture greater market

share and build international brand presence.


Singapore has made significant progress in digital infrastructure, thereby

increasing adoption of digital capabilities amongst households and enterprises

(Ministry of Trade and Industry, 2017). The introduction of optical fibre and

4G networks has dramatically increased the speed at which information is

transmitted. Following the roll-out of the optical fibre network upgrade

program, Singapore’s average internet connection speed increased from 5.4

Megabits per second (Mbps) in 2012 to 20 Mbps in 2016, comparable to those

of global leaders such as Japan and Finland. Likewise, Singapore’s 4G

connection speed is one of the fastest in the world, due in part to ongoing

network investments. On the enterprise front, firms in Singapore are also

increasing their investments in digital assets, in both manpower and

technology, to build digital capabilities.

The information presented below maps out key areas Singapore’s digital

economy plan.

Key Areas of Singapore’s Digital Economy

Singapore is pushing for a more digital, more connected society and

the Infocomm Media Business Exchange (imbX) 2017 revealed exciting new

initiatives to achieve this goal. During the imbX opening ceremony, Dr Yaacob

Ibrahim, Minister for Communications and Information, highlighted 4 frontier

technology focus areas that will help build a strong infocomm media

foundation for the nation (IMDA, 2017).

1) Artificial intelligence & Data Science

Various initiatives have been inaugurated, such as AI.Singapore and Singapore

Data Science Consortium, to promote these technologies. AI Singapore is a

national initiative to build deep capabilities in Artificial Intelligence to nurture

an AI ecosystem with social and economic impact. Other programmes, such

as the Company Led Training Programme1, help to train fintech professionals

in data analytics and software development.

2) Immersive media

As an extension of immersive media, virtual reality (VR) will be introduced in clinical training2 and has been successfully implemented in classrooms for teachers to guide students on virtual excursions in Social Studies lessons.3

3) Internet of Things

http://www.visit-imbx.com/


Internet of Things (IoT) and infrastructure for future communications always

plays a vital role. IoT systems, 5G mobile networks, sensor networks, as well

as the Nationwide Broadband Network, will be enhanced, enabling businesses

to leverage high-speed networks, real-time communications and high-

accuracy location positioning.

These initiatives follow existing improvements already implemented by the

Government of Singapore. For instance, it is now easier to connect to

Wireless@SG because of automatic logins for non-SIM devices such as tablets,

laptops.

4) Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity companies, including Singtel, ST Electronics (Info-Security),

Quann, Accel, and Deloitte, have developed a Cybersecurity Associates and

Technologists programme to train more highly-skilled professionals in the

industry.

A key focus for many businesses as security breaches involving personal data

have hit many organizations and companies. In response to a greater need for

cyber defence, the Ministry of Defence is building a pool of approximately

2,600 national servicemen, trained and specialized in cybersecurity areas.

Government, Business and Community Adoption to Digital Economy

• Industry Transformation Map

The government has developed transformation maps across various

industries. Many of these maps include plans for new technology

development, increasing sustainability in light of disruptive technological

advances. The Security Transformation Map, for example, seeks to promote

technological advancement enabling the industry to rely less on manpower.

• IMDA's Go Digital programme

More than 100 small-and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) have adopted 24

digital solutions under the Go Digital programme since inception in April 2017

(Hui, 2017). These solutions are aimed at helping SMEs use digital technology

to boost productivity, build digital capabilities and generate more than S$2.4

million in revenue for infocomm media suppliers, according to IMDA. One

successful example of the programme is the story of a local SME food supplier;

Chen Yew Heng adopted veriHUB’s cloud-based solution for exports to China,

resulting in a 200% export increase.

https://www.csa.gov.sg/programmes/csat

https://www.csa.gov.sg/programmes/csat


• STEM Education & Community

In preparing the nation for a digital future, the government has rolled out

various programmes targeting the student population. Computing is offered

at 19 secondary schools as one of the O-level subjects in a response to PM’s

call for children to be exposed to programming at a young age. Other

initiatives include the Digital Maker Programme, Hackathons and Hour of

Code (where pre-schoolers code with programmable toys). Companies have

also contributed to the academic community with initiatives such as Google’s

20-week Code in the Community programme that allows less privileged kids

to develop computational thinking skills for a career in the technology

industry.

Other initiatives, such as Silver Infocomm Initiative, are aimed at older

populations within the country. Seniors are not left behind in the information

age either.

The government also promotes continuous learning for the working

population, including programmes such as Learn with Tech. These initiatives

ensure that workers are trained under their current employers or via their own

resources. Maintaining a capable and highly-skilled workforce increases

productivity and boosts the overall economy.

Future of Digital Economy


As Singapore evolves as a Smart Nation, building the digital economy

infrastructure and driving technology adoption are vital areas of focus; short

term plans include initiatives for cashless payment system, smart nation

sensor platform and smart urban mobility. Going digital empowers every

strata of society, providing the opportunity for greater connectedness and

educational advancement.

References CSA: Singapore, 2018. Cyber Security Associates and Technologists Programme.

[Online]

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[Accessed 20 February 2018].

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, 2018. What is digital economy?. [Online]

Available at: https://www2.deloitte.com/mt/en/pages/technology/articles/mt-

what-is-digital-economy.html

Hui, C., 2017. More than 100 SMEs adopt IMDA's Go Digital programme. [Online]

Available at: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/more-than-100-

smes-adopt-imda-s-go-digital-programme-9051866


IMDA, 2017. Singapore's Digital Economy gunning for four key areas. [Online]

Available at: https://www.imda.gov.sg/infocomm-and-media-news/buzz-

central/2017/6/singapores-digital-economy-gunning-for-four-key-areas


Lee, P., 2015. Science, technology, engineering, math skills crucial to Singapore for

next 50 years: PM Lee. [Online]

Available at: http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/science-

technology-engineering-math-skills-crucial-to-singapore-for-next-50


Ministry of Trade and Industry, 2017. The Digital Economy in Singapore. [Online]

Available at: https://www.mti.gov.sg/ResearchRoom/SiteAssets/Pages/Economic-

Survey-of-Singapore-Third-Quarter-2017/BA_3Q17.pdf



MALAYSIA:

INDUSTRY 4.0: WHERE THE DIGITAL DRIVES THE

PHYSICAL

Let’s get one thing straight from the get-go. The 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Industry 4.0 are not the exact same thing although many tend to arbitrarily interchange between the two terms. The 4IR is the disruption and transformation of every industry through the “fusion of technologies that is blurring the lines between the physical, digital and biological spheres”, as concisely described by the World Economic Forum (WEF). On the other hand, Industry 4.0 is the data-driven autonomous decision-making and automation of manufacturing processes, creating what is known as ‘smart manufacturing’. Forbes refers to this as “cyberphysical systems that monitor the physical processes of the factory to make decentralised decisions”. In effect, Industry 4.0 is a subset or component of the 4th IR revolving specifically (but not exclusively) around manufacturing and industrial activities. Despite the confusion in nomenclature, at least everyone can agree that both concepts harness digital technologies to make independent decisions in order to drive physical processes. Against this backdrop, the Government has spun the wheels to place Malaysia on the transformational path prescribed by the 4IR. This is a task that has been taken up by various government agencies and governmentowned or government-linked related organisations. As part of this endeavour, these agencies and organisations looked into the challenge of accelerating Industry 4.0 given that manufacturing remains a major segment of the local economy and significant contributor to gross domestic product (GDP). They reviewed existing obstacles and challenges to transforming industry and subsequently outlined the need for a digital enabling ecosystem while also recommending the key strategies necessary to drive such an ecosystem. Roadblocks to Industry 4.0 In their review of challenges, the agencies and organisations found that digitisation lacks uniformity across the various economic sectors. In particular,


the manufacturing sector suffers from low levels of digital adoption in contrast with industry segments such as ICT, business services and financial services. The stumbling blocks to digitisation were identified as lack of awareness; lack of strategy, lack of capabilities and capacities, lack of use cases to justify investment in digital adoption, concerns over cybersecurity, inadequate infrastructure and a lack of courage to undertake transformation. In particular, digital adoption is hampered especially by three critical barriers: awareness; capabilities; and cost. In the case of awareness, it was found that only less than 10% of businesses automate operations to improve productivity as well as use analytics to derive insights while less than 20% of businesses leverage on cloud computing. This would seem to indicate a lack of awareness or buy-in of the range of benefits related to digital adoption. There is also the issue of integrating technology with core strategies and business operations. Not surprisingly, the lack of digital talent is a major reason why so few businesses are committed to embark on a digital transformation. Slightly more than two thirds of employers rated their employees’ digital capabilities at the basic level, with few having any expertise or experience in analytics and the internet of things (IoT). At the same time, most business managements do not prioritise digital strategies and capabilities, with about half of employers surveyed operating without an IT department or a CIO/CDO. When it comes to cost, more than half the employers see this as their main impediment to adopting digital technologies in their processes. Bridging the Gap Between Demand and Supply To address these issues in order to accelerate Industry 4.0, the agencies and organisations stressed the need for a digital enabling ecosystem that can bridge the gap between demand and supply ecosystems. Such an ecosystem would drive digital transformation via collaboration between the industry and government, the development of capabilities as well as intervention in the form of policies, regulations and outcome-based incentives (Refer to graphics).


Preliminary Framework for a Digital Enabling Ecosystem Referring to the graphics, the focus on the supply side would be on having a panel of business and technology experts to advise on digital transformation and implementation; facilitating the development of technology solutions in IoT, analytics, cloud, mobile, cybersecurity and other emerging technologies; driving innovation through the support of start-ups and via accelerator programmes; and developing the necessary talent at various levels of education as well as through reskilling and upskilling courses. Meanwhile, demand would be generated through digital transformation efforts in high-priority economic sectors; development of outcome-based digital strategies, driving digital adoption across industries; and the continued nurturing of digital talents in industry. Digital Technologies Critical to Industry 4.0 Several key digital technologies are required to drive Industry 4.0 across the manufacturing sector. They include cloud, IoT, big data analytics, cybersecurity, robotics and other solutions to alleviate existing concerns among businesses of data hacking. Cloud Businesses on the road to automating their processes now have additional reasons to go on the cloud beyond the standard reasons of cost, scalability and security. Many technologies such as analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) are available on the cloud and can be harnessed and applied with relative ease.


Data Economy The data economy is driven by digital technologies like IoT and BDA and revolves around creating value from data. Connecting a host of data-gathering devices to the internet provides the opportunity for data to be analysed so as to yield insights that, in turn, can be used to optimise processes whether in manufacturing or otherwise. The outcome from this sequence of events has the potential to singularly or collectively increase revenue, lower cost and enhance efficiency. When applied to manufacturing operations, these data-centric technologies have the potential to convert manual and isolated processes to full automation with autonomous decision making. Currently, Malaysia has a dedicated data analytics hub in the ASEAN Data Analytics Exchange (ADAX). As a focal point of development and adoption, ADAX has a target to training and developing 20,000 data professionals including 2,000 data scientists by 2020. ADAX intends to achieve this through a combination of formal tertiary education initiatives as well as professional training courses. Cybersecurity In order to ensure sustainable growth of the data economy leading to Industry 4.0, the white paper outlined the need for cybersecurity to be given priority. Talent Attention was also given to the continuous development of digital skills necessary for the digital economy. The strategies in this case cut across the education and training spectrum, with programmes in schools, institutions of higher learning (IHL) and also for professionals in the workforce. Building Momentum from Industry 4.0 to 4IR As the voice of the ICT industry, PIKOM will continue to play its role as a launchpad to match industry players with the various parties involved in pushing Industry 4.0 to the manufacturing sector. For now, it is all about bringing parties together as collaboration and cooperation would be critical in ensuring that the manufacturing sector gains momentum in driving towards Industry 4.0.


ASOCIO UPCOMING EVENT…

Event: ASOCIO Plenary Meeting 2018 and 3rd Bhutan International IT & Training Event (BIITTE) Date: 19 – 23 June 2018 Host: Bhutan ICT & Training Association (BICTTA) Location: Paro / Thimphu, Bhutan Website: http://bictta.org.bt/ The Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organization (ASOCIO) is organizing a Plenary Meeting in Paro / Thimphu, Bhutan from 19 - 23 June 2018. This event is organized in-conjunction with 3rd Bhutan International IT & Training Event (BIITTE) and co-hosted by the Bhutan ICT & Training Association (BICTTA) and Department of IT & Telecom (DITT): Ministry of Information & Communications (MoIC) Royal Government of Bhutan. The Vision for Bhutan International IT & Training Event (BIITTE):

➢ An ICT-Enabled, Knowledge-based Society as a Foundation for

Gross National Happiness .

The Theme for Bhutan International IT & Training Event (BIITTE):

➢ “Promoting Techno – Entrepreneurship For Digital Economy”

Components of 3rd Bhutan International IT & Training Event (BIITTE):

1. ICT Industry Award Ceremony 2. Launching of BICTTA Technopreneur Centre 3. Business Networking and Match Session 4. Panel Discussions & Seminars

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Members Association UPCOMING EVENTS…

APRIL 2018

Event: TechLaw Fest 2018

Date: 4 - 6 April 2018 Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre

Website: https://techlawfest.com/

Organizer: Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) and CORP

Jointly organised by the Singapore Academy of Law and Corp Agency,

TechLaw.Fest is an event that will take place from 4 - 6 April 2018 in Singapore.

It will bring together leading thinkers in the space of Technology Law and

leading makers in the space of Legal Technology. Three tracks of activities will

cater to a wide range of TechLaw interests:

The main conference, themed “Smart Regulations for a Digital Economy”, will

be a deep dive into the novel regulatory approaches which are being explored

and tested to help societies and businesses nimbly navigate the rapid pace of

technological advancement and the legal conundrums which arise.

Teams in our start-up village will be working hard in our Future Law Innovation

Programme hackathon.Pop in to observe their progress, cheer them on, or

even participate in user testing of prototypes!

Stroll though the legal technology exhibition of mature as well as cutting-edge

legal technologies, and pop into a variety of hands-on masterclasses and

workshops to give a little lift to your legal tech competence.

TechLaw.Fest is about lively experimentation and meaningful action. Meet

where it matters.

https://techlawfest.com/


Event: Taipei Ampa EV Taiwan in Taipei AMPA 2018 Date: 11 - 14 April 2018 Location: Taipei Taiwan, Nangang Exhibition Center Website: https://www.taipeiampa.com.tw/zh_TW/index.html Organizer: Taiwan External Trade Development Council TAITRA Founded in 1970 to help promote foreign trade, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the formost non-profit trade promotion organization in Taiwan. Jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations and several commercial organizations, TAITRA assists Taiwan businesses and manufacturers with reinforcing their international competitiveness and in coping with the challenges they face in foreign markets.

Event: Education ICT Forum 2018 Innovative School 2018

Healthcare Technology Summit 2018 Date: 25 – 26 April 2018 at Bangkok, Thailand

Host: The Association of Thai ICT Industry (ATCI) Website: www.atci.or.th

Event: NASSCOM Global Capability Centres Conclave 2018 Date: 26 - 27 April 2018 Location: Taj Lands End, Mumbai Website: http://www.nasscom.in/gcc2018/

Organizer: NASSCOM

Industry watchers have observed with awe and admiration the incredible evolutionary journey of Global Inhouse Centers (GICs). Over the past few years, GICs have continued to evolve and mature at a rapid pace and earning enormous credibility equity along the way in recognition to their disruptive impact on transformation a broad range of industries. GICs have matured to become trusted enterprise transformational agents and have morphed into becoming strategic partners to reshape the future of the business. Powered with a combination of strategic capacity and capabilities, GICs are now the ‘new’ business-as-usual for companies. Companies supported by mature and evolved GICs benefit from the capacity aspect to keep the business lights on and on the strategic capabilities side in support of a company’s response to the business of future. Increasingly, GICs are pivoting to an operating model of being driven by capabilities essential to balancing stability of business operations with the agility of a future proof enterprise.

https://www.tairos.tw/

http://www.atci.or.th/


Purporting to unfold the theme of Leading the New Normal – Speed, Smart & Skill the 8th edition of GCC conclave will be held on April 26 th and 27 th, 2018 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai to discuss how GICs are strategically evolving as a Global Capabilities Centers. Through a thoughtfully curated agenda, spirited & insightful sessions and inspirational speakers, the conclave will demonstrate the power of GCCs in rapidly identifying and adapting to applicable disruptive trends. Event: TICTA / APICTA 2018

Date: Month from April - November 2018

Organizer: The Association of Thai ICT Industry (ATCI) and Bangladesh Association of Software & Information Services (BASIS) Location: Thailand and Bangladesh

Website: www.atci.or.th and www.bcs.org.bd/

MAY 2018

Event: Japan IT Week Spring 2018

Date: 9 - 11 May 2018 Location: Tokyo Big Sight, Japan

Website: http://www.japan-it.jp/en/haru/

Organizer: Reed Exhibitions Japan Ltd.

Japan IT Week is truly world's leading trade show where you can find any kinds of latest IT technologies/solutions. A great number of information systems manager, management executives, sales managers, system integrators and managers from IT system division will visit Japan IT Week to conduct business face to face with exhibitors. Japan IT Week is absolutely meeting point for both IT solution providers and IT system managers.



Event: Tech In Asia Singapore 2018

Date: 15 – 16 May 2018 Organizer: Tech In Asia

Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre Website: http://sg.techinasia.events/sg2018

Tech in Asia’s conferences were conceived in 2012 to connect the tech startup

ecosystem in an offline setting, as an extension of our mission to build and serve

the region’s tech communities.

Present in Singapore, Tokyo and Jakarta, our conference series has grown to be

one of the largest in Asia. Tech in Asia Singapore 2018 helps your business

stay ahead of the curve by uncovering the latest trends and building connections

with industry leaders and passionate individuals in the tech community.

Event: TICTA / APICTA 2018




http://sg.techinasia.events/sg2018



JUNE 2018

Event: innovfest unbound 2018

Date: 5 – 7 June 2018 Location: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Website: https://www.asia.finance/events/innovfest-unbound-2018

Organizer: NUSEnterprise and unbound

innovfest unbound is the anchor event of Smart Nation Innovations, a week-long series of events that showcase Asia’s most innovative developments. We will see over 12,000 entrepreneurs, brands, corporates, investors and tech start-ups from 100+ countries meet and share new ideas, build partnerships and celebrate digital disruption.

In partnership with Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), innovfest unbound is organised by NUSEnterprise and unbound and is Southeast Asia’s most exciting innovation festival. Co-Chaired by Yossi Vardi and Lily Chan, it is the place where brands connect with disruptive innovation and explore Asian opportunities.

Four satellite events highlight the trends shaping the world of tech throughout 2018; convergence, futurenow, fintech360 and arise.

https://www.asia.finance/events/innovfest-unbound-2018


Event: COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2018

Date: 5 - 9 June 2018 Location: Taiwan World Trade Center (TWTC), Taipei, Taiwan

Website: https://www.computextaipei.com.tw/en_US/index.html

Organizer: Taipei Computer Association (TCA) Established in 1981, COMPUTEX TAIPEI (also called COMPUTEX) is the leading global ICT and IoT show with a complete supply chain and ecosystems. Co-organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and Taipei Computer Association (TCA), COMPUTEX, based upon Taiwan’s complete ICT clusters, covers the whole spectrum of ICT industry, from established brands to startups and from ICT supply chain to IoT ecosystems. With strong R&D and manufacturing capabilities and IPR protection, Taiwan is a strategic destination for foreign companies and investors looking for partners in global technologu ecosystems.

Event: InnoVEX 2018

Date: 6 - 8 June 2018 Location: Taiwan World Trade Center (TWTC), Taipei, Taiwan

Website: http://www.innovex.com.tw/

Organizer: Taipei Computer Association (TCA) InnoVEX exhibit is a feature exhibit of COMPUTEX TAIPEI, one of the global leading ICT, IoT & Startup trade shows, where you spot the perfect fit in markets, accelerators, VCs and partners. 3 days (June 6 – June 8) of events include displays, forums, pitch, demos, workshops and startup tour.

http://www.innovex.com.tw/


Event: ConnectTech Asia 2018

Date: 26 - 28 June 2018 Website: https://www.connectechasia.com/

Organizer: Koelnmesse Pte Ltd

Location: Marian Bay Sands & Suntec Singapore

Technological innovation represents one of the key drivers of long-term economic growth. As the world becomes increasingly connected through technology, nations, economies, and enterprises will be digitally transformed – setting new benchmarks across all industries. In the face of disruption, the ability to innovate, evolve and scale have therefore become critical ingredients for successful transformation in Asia. ConnecTechAsia, the brand new umbrella event encompassing CommunicAsia, BroadcastAsia and the new NXTAsia, is where technology, ideas and business converge. ConnecTechAsia is Asia’s only B2B platform that covers the entire spectrum of communication, broadcast, and enterprise technology and services catering to the needs of the industry in Asia and beyond, providing the technological innovation and thought-leadership that will help pave the way towards a brighter and more connected world. Experience the future at ConnecTechAsia, through a plethora of experiential programmes, including the high-level ConnecTechAsia Summit, technological showcases and complimentary value-added activities on the showfloor.

https://www.communicasia.com/


Recognised as Asia’s most established and relevant international ICT industry event for the telecommunications sector, 2018’s edition will reveal a refreshed and more focused identity to better help ICT companies in Asia to evolve and maintain a competitive edge in the communications and digital world. Launched as Asia’s definitive showcase for specialised solutions that can help enterprises in their digital transformation journey, NXTAsia will spotlight on the latest emerging technologies including the Augmented Reality, Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and more. A fresh new experience awaits BroadcastAsia – Asia’s must-attend international event for the pro-audio, film, digital media and broadcasting industries. Get connected to the industry’s who’s who that are creating new value and reshaping the broadcast value chain.

https://www.broadcast-asia.com/


Event: TICTA / APICTA 2018




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