Advancing Penang's Digital Transformation Through Collaboration and Innovation
PENANG, 5 June 2026 – Digital Penang successfully hosted the First DEMP Stakeholders’ Workshop 2026 and the soft launch of the DEMP Online Dashboard, bringing together government agencies to accelerate the implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030.
The event marks another significant milestone in Penang’s digital transformation journey, reinforcing the state’s commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and innovation-driven digital economy.
The event marks another significant milestone in Penang’s digital transformation journey, reinforcing the state’s commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and innovation-driven digital economy.
Bringing Stakeholders Together to Drive the Digital Economy Master Plan
The First DEMP Stakeholders’ Workshop 2026 served as a strategic platform for collaboration among key stakeholders responsible for advancing Penang’s digital economy agenda. Representatives from government agencies, gathered to discuss progress, share insights, and align efforts towards achieving the goals outlined in the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030.
As Penang continues to strengthen its position as a leading technology and innovation hub in Malaysia, collaboration across sectors remains critical to ensuring the successful execution of digital transformation initiatives.
As Penang continues to strengthen its position as a leading technology and innovation hub in Malaysia, collaboration across sectors remains critical to ensuring the successful execution of digital transformation initiatives.
Strengthening Penang's Vision for a Digital Future
The event was officiated by YB Zairil Khir Johari, Chairman of Digital Penang and Penang State EXCO for Infrastructure, Transport, and Digital.
In his opening remarks, YB Zairil highlighted the importance of translating strategy into action and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to fostering a digitally empowered economy.
“Penang is not only planning for the digital future but is already taking meaningful steps towards building a resilient, inclusive and innovation-driven digital economy ecosystem.”
His remarks underscored Penang’s proactive approach to digital transformation, focusing on strengthening digital infrastructure, driving innovation, empowering talent, and enhancing digital adoption across businesses and communities.
In his opening remarks, YB Zairil highlighted the importance of translating strategy into action and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to fostering a digitally empowered economy.
“Penang is not only planning for the digital future but is already taking meaningful steps towards building a resilient, inclusive and innovation-driven digital economy ecosystem.”
His remarks underscored Penang’s proactive approach to digital transformation, focusing on strengthening digital infrastructure, driving innovation, empowering talent, and enhancing digital adoption across businesses and communities.
DEMP Online Dashboard Enhances Transparency and Data-Driven Decision Making
A key highlight of the event was the soft launch of the DEMP Online Dashboard, a digital platform designed to improve transparency, accountability, and coordination among stakeholders involved in the implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan.
The dashboard serves as a centralised monitoring and reporting platform, enabling stakeholders to track initiatives, measure progress, and access key performance indicators related to Penang’s digital economy development.
By leveraging real-time data and insights, the DEMP Online Dashboard supports more informed decision-making and strengthens collaboration across agencies and organisations working towards common digital transformation goals.
The dashboard serves as a centralised monitoring and reporting platform, enabling stakeholders to track initiatives, measure progress, and access key performance indicators related to Penang’s digital economy development.
By leveraging real-time data and insights, the DEMP Online Dashboard supports more informed decision-making and strengthens collaboration across agencies and organisations working towards common digital transformation goals.
Leadership Support for Penang's Digital Transformation Agenda
Digital Penang was honoured to welcome members of its Board of Directors, including YB Dato’ Haji Zairi Bin Haji Mat Ali, Penang State Financial Officer; Datin Bharathi, General Manager of Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI); and Thillai Raj T. Ramanathan, Chief Technology Officer of Brickfields Education Group.
Their presence reflects the strong support and collective commitment in advancing Penang’s digital economy ecosystem. Through strategic guidance and collaboration, these leaders continue to play an important role in shaping policies, initiatives, and partnerships that drive innovation and digital growth across the state.
Their presence reflects the strong support and collective commitment in advancing Penang’s digital economy ecosystem. Through strategic guidance and collaboration, these leaders continue to play an important role in shaping policies, initiatives, and partnerships that drive innovation and digital growth across the state.
Building a Smarter and More Connected Penang
The First DEMP Stakeholders’ Workshop 2026 demonstrates Digital Penang’s ongoing commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and digital excellence. By bringing together diverse stakeholders and introducing tools such as the DEMP Online Dashboard, Penang is strengthening its ability to execute impactful digital initiatives and create long-term economic opportunities.
As the implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030 progresses, Digital Penang remains dedicated to supporting the state’s vision of becoming a smarter, more connected, and digitally inclusive economy.
As the implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030 progresses, Digital Penang remains dedicated to supporting the state’s vision of becoming a smarter, more connected, and digitally inclusive economy.
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