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The Ministry of Communications and Information (MCI) has opened a public consultation period from April 4 to April 22, 2024, inviting feedback on the Digital Enterprise Blueprint (DEB). This initiative comes amidst a rapidly evolving technological landscape and a burgeoning digital economy, intending to chart the next phase of digitalisation for enterprises.
In developing the DEB, MCI has undertaken extensive consultations with industry and trade association partners. Drawing on insights gathered from these consultations, as well as regular engagements and adoption surveys with industry and sector leads, MCI has formulated an interim set of recommendations for the DEB. The recommendations outlined in the DEB focus on four key shifts:
Empowering Enterprises: The DEB aims to empower enterprises to work smarter by leveraging emerging technologies. This involves equipping businesses with the tools and knowledge to harness technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Supporting Scalability: Another key aspect of the DEB is supporting enterprises to scale faster through digital solutions. This involves facilitating access to digital infrastructure, platforms, and resources that enable businesses to expand their operations and reach new markets more efficiently.
Enhancing Cyber Resilience: Recognising the importance of cybersecurity in the digital age, the DEB seeks to improve enterprises’ cyber resilience. This includes providing guidance and support to help businesses strengthen their cybersecurity measures and protect against cyber threats and attacks.
Investing in Human Capital: The DEB underscores the importance of investing in the workforce as a core enabler of digitalisation. This involves initiatives to upskill and reskill workers to meet the demands of an increasingly digitalised economy and ensure that no one is left behind in the digital transformation journey.
The full consultation paper detailing these recommendations can be downloaded from the MCI website.
MCI is now seeking further feedback from the public, industry stakeholders, and Trade Associations and Chambers (TACs) on the interim recommendations outlined in the consultation paper. Additionally, MCI is looking for partners to collaborate on driving initiatives outlined in the DEB.
Feedback can be submitted via an online form accessible on the MCI website until April 22, 2024. Alternatively, respondents can use the QR code provided to access the online feedback form.
By soliciting input from a wide range of stakeholders, MCI aims to ensure that the DEB reflects the diverse needs and perspectives of the community and lays a solid foundation for the digital transformation of enterprises in Singapore.
Singapore is committed to ensuring that enterprises can fully leverage digital technologies to drive growth and innovation, recognising the importance of comprehensive connectivity as a cornerstone for this endeavour.
The Digital Connectivity Blueprint outlines Singapore’s commitment to maintaining a cutting-edge digital infrastructure essential for its vibrant digital future. It serves as a roadmap to ensure that Singapore’s digital connectivity remains world-class and future-ready, fostering better lives and opportunities for its citizens and businesses.
Key priorities involve doubling submarine cable landing capacity in a decade, achieving seamless 10 Gbps domestic connectivity in five years, and strengthening digital infrastructure resilience and security. The blueprint also pioneers new Green Data Centers for sustainability and promotes Singapore Digital Utility Stack adoption for seamless transactions
Singapore will advance towards becoming Quantum-safe, establish pervasive autonomy foundations, promote ‘Green Software,’ and facilitate innovative solutions in key industries via LEO satellite services to enhance opportunities, trust, and community empowerment for its digital future.
Building Singapore’s digital infrastructure is crucial for enabling its people and enterprises to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. By adopting a future-oriented approach, Singapore will continue to evolve, invest, and innovate to unlock new possibilities and drive sustainable growth together.
