SHAH ALAM, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) bags the Digital Opportunity/Inclusion Award (Public Sector) at the World Innovation, Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) Excellence Awards 2024, held at Yerevan, Armenia, last Sunday (Oct 6).
Sidec chief operating officer Loo Chuan Boon said the prestigious accolade recognised the agency’s efforts in promoting digital inclusion through Selangor 1000 Digital 2024 and Malaysia Top E-Commerce Merchant Awards.
Loo said the stellar achievement further solidifies Malaysia’s growing influence in the global innovation and technology landscape.
“We are incredibly proud and happy to be recognised by WITSA for our ongoing efforts to drive digital opportunities and inclusion. This award represents not just Sidec’s achievements but also the resilience and adaptability of the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) we serve.
“With initiatives like the Selangor 1000 Digital 2024 and the Malaysia Top E-Commerce Merchant Awards, we are empowering businesses to thrive in the digital economy,” he said in a statement today.
Loo also expressed his gratitude to key stakeholders who have supported and contributed to the success of the Selangor 1000 Digital 2024 and the Malaysia Top E-Commerce Merchant Awards.
“Special thanks to the Office of Exco Selangor for Investment, Trade and Mobility; Office of Exco Selangor for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurship; Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated (MBI); AFFIN; Lazada; Shopline; FIUU; Pos Malaysia and other partners whose collaboration and commitment have been instrumental in making these initiatives a resounding success.
“Their partnership has played a crucial role in driving digital transformation and uplifting the SME community in Malaysia,” he said.
The Selangor 1000 Digital 2024 initiative empowers over 1,000 entrepreneurs in Selangor by providing access to comprehensive digital tools and solutions.
Similarly, the Malaysia Top E-Commerce Merchant Awards 2024 recognises and celebrates outstanding e-commerce merchants across the country, with over 500 merchants shortlisted this year.
Apart from Sidec, Telekom Research & Development Sdn Bhd also earned its recognition for the Digital Transformation of the Year Award (Private Sector/NGO) through its Mobile Intelligent Network Diagnostic System (Minds).
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