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Digital infrastructure is defined as an interconnected ecosystem of both physical and digital infrastructures working together to create a cohesive system. With COVID-19 having accelerated the widespread adoption of technology, startups are becoming more and more dependent on a reliable digital infrastructure for their businesses — whether you are running an e-commerce marketplace, a ride-hailing app, a fintech, or literally any other emerging business model.

Southeast Asia, being home to a vibrant tech startup ecosystem, is at the forefront of these digitalisation efforts. Not only are startups accelerating their digital adoption, but the market itself also saw a shift that has made digitalisation an absolute necessity, so much so that reports predict 90 per cent of Fortune 500 companies will become digital providers by 2025.

The perks of a digital infrastructure

On top of being able to interconnect with the rest of the world through a digital ecosystem, a digital infrastructure affords companies a plethora of benefits. Internally, digitalisation enables businesses to modernise legacy processes, accelerate efficient workflows, strengthen security, and increase productivity, among many others.

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Meanwhile, from an external standpoint, businesses benefit from a digital infrastructure through improved customer journey experience, smarter marketing possibilities, and increased profitability.

A panel discussion on digital infrastructures

In order to shed light on the different issues surrounding digital infrastructures, Echelon Asia Summit 2022 will feature a panel discussion on the matter to be moderated by Weisheng Neo, (General Partner, Qualgro). Entitled “The evolving role of digital infrastructure in helping companies expand regionally,” the programme will also feature a diverse panel of industry insiders that include Rachel Beh Li Shan (Director of Sales & Business development, 1CLOUDSTAR Pte Ltd), Shaun Chong (Co-founder & CTO, Ninja Van), and Sam Ho (Senior Manager, Global Solutions Architect, Equinix).

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The panel discussion seeks to elaborate the complex topic and provide answers for the following key points:

What constitutes a good digital infrastructure?
How has the South East Asia market has changed since the widespread adoption of technology due to the pandemic?
The New Shape of the Enterprise Network and what it means for global businesses, especially in Southeast Asia?
How can Southeast Asia businesses interconnect with the rest of the world through a digital ecosystem?

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Echelon Asia Summit 2022 (October 27-28) returns after a three-year hiatus. It aims to gather the most influential decision-makers and industry leaders from the Southeast Asia tech and startup ecosystem.

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