KUALA LUMPUR, January 27 – Maxis and Public Bank Bhd. (Public Bank) have entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating digital adoption among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) exchange ceremony, will launch a comprehensive awareness program to promote digitalization among SMEs, providing them access to cutting-edge digital solutions and the necessary financial support for implementation.
Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Dr. Tay Ah Lek, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Public Bank, emphasized the synergy between financial expertise and technological prowess. “By combining our financial expertise with Maxis’ technological prowess, we can make a meaningful impact on the digital transformation of Malaysian SMEs, enabling them to thrive and contribute to the nation’s economic growth. Together, Public Bank and Maxis are dedicated to supporting businesses on their path to success, leveraging the best of banking and technology.”
Goh Seow Eng, CEO of Maxis, highlighted the company’s commitment to simplifying digitalization for SMEs. “As an integrated telco, Maxis Business is the trusted partner for enterprises of all sizes. Through this collaboration, we look forward to jointly driving the nation’s SME digital transformation and making it easy for SMEs to focus on growing their businesses.” The collaboration includes guidance on digitalization grants and financing solutions, including the Government’s Geran Digital PMKS Madani.
