Quint Simon, head of Public Policy in Southeast Asia of Amazon Web Services (AWS), last week flew to Vietnam from the US to discuss the potential for Vietnam to develop its own digital economy in the context of Industry 4.0. At a workshop themed “Unlocking the full potential of Vietnam’s digital economy” in Hanoi, she surprised hundreds of participants by citing an AWS study which stated that Vietnam is one of the countries in the world that has the highest rise in expenditure for cloud computing, at 64% per year. AWS is a subsidiary of Amazon.com that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms to individuals, companies and governments. “I believe that Vietnam will soon become a nation with a digital economy. Cloud computing is a favourite in Vietnam where many enterprises are using cloud for their performance,” Simon said, explaining that using cloud means firms can completely protect their information without being stolen. “For example, Amanotes, … [Read more...] about Great potential to help Vietnam realise its digital economy dream
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Move towards digital economy inevitable: forum
Digitisation of the economy is inevitable and would help HCM City achieve sustainable development and resolve its problems like traffic jams, flooding, pollution, and climate change, a forum heard in HCM City on Thursday. “In HCM City 80 per cent of the population owns smart phones and it has the largest number of internet users and technology companies,” Tran Vinh Tuyen, deputy chairman of the city People’s Committee, said at the 2018 Viet Nam Digital Economy Forum. Deputy Minister of Information and Telecommunications Nguyen Thanh Hung said the Government is now focusing on creating a digital economy. "We would like to learn from international and local experts about many problems," he said. “How can Viet Nam set up fast and effective digital infrastructure? How can we have a proper legal framework that can properly address existing and new issues like Grab and traditional taxis? “How can we renovate education and the vocational training system to meet … [Read more...] about Move towards digital economy inevitable: forum
Experts talk over Vietnamese digital economy
Overview of the forum (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – Domestic and foreign experts gathered at the Vietnam Digital Economy Forum 2018 (VDEF 2018) on November 1 to share strategic visions, practical experiences of the sector’s forerunners, and the indispensible trends of modern digital economy. The event was jointly held by the Association of Vietnamese Scientists and Experts (AVSE Global), Quang Trung Software City, and the Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Studies under the theme “Challenges and strategic solutions for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Fourth Industrial Revolution”. According to Vu Ngoc Anh, founder of the VDEF, the French Government and large urban areas of Paris, Lyon and Lille have taken the initiative with measures to ensure that small- and medium-sized enterprises become the driving force for economic growth during the digital development process. The global economy has been radically altered due to the impact of … [Read more...] about Experts talk over Vietnamese digital economy
Vietnam Digital Economy Forum focuses on small and medium-sized enterprises
The event was held jointly by the Association of Vietnam Scientists and Experts (AVSE Global), Quang Trung Software City (QTSC) and the Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Studies (HIDS). The forum included four sessions: ‘Pathway to the Industrial Revolution 4.0 for Vietnam’, ‘The impact of digital technology on business strategies of SMEs, ‘Applying digital technology to improve the competitiveness of SMEs’ and ‘Digitalised services in supporting SMEs’. According to AVSE Global Director, Vu Ngoc Anh, the VDEF 2018 aims to share strategic visions and practical experience from pioneers, as well as discussing the trend of indispensable transformation in the digital economy. In addition, the delegates assessed the current status, challenges and opportunities associated with the digital economy. Speaking at the forum, Deputy Minister Information and Communications, Nguyen Thanh Hung, expressed their hope that the experts would share … [Read more...] about Vietnam Digital Economy Forum focuses on small and medium-sized enterprises
Experts to discuss Vietnam’s digital economy early next month
A representative of the forum’s organizers present the activities of the Vietnam Digital Economy Forum at a press brief on October 25 The VDEF 2018, whose theme is “Challenges and strategic solutions for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,” will take place next Thursday, November 1, at the Rex Hotel in District 1, HCMC. The forum is co-sponsored by the Association of Vietnam Scientists and Experts, and Quang Trung Software City, as well as by the HCMC People’s Committee. Some 20 policy makers and leading experts at home and abroad from the digital economy industry, together with 500 guests from ministries, organizations and enterprises, are expected to join this event. The Fourth Industrial Revolution has been impacting the structures that make up the foundations of the global economy and society. Every day, millions of people benefit from innovative products and services, as well as digital technology tools, … [Read more...] about Experts to discuss Vietnam’s digital economy early next month