It is hard to imagine a world without technology. In today's world, technology is one of the sectors that make up the economy. Technology seems to set a new trend that drives transformational changes across all business segments.
We might not have imagined that there was simple storage that doesn't take up physical space, but now you can store it without worrying about being damaged by the weather.
In Malaysia, hundreds of companies offer technology as their primary service. Several companies are engaged in IT services (artificial intelligence, cloud storage, etc.), and some are on SaaS (Software as a Service).
This SaaS model has become one of the most valuable businesses in the world. For example, DropBox managed to reach the value of $6.6 billion and $8.5 billion.
Here are seven top tech companies in Malaysia. You will find out the categories of company services in this article. So, if you want to start a business or work for one of these companies, let's check it out!
1. HCL Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Formerly known as HCL Axon Malaysia, this company is a next-generation global technology company that helps enterprises reorganise their businesses. HCL Technologies has been in the air for over four decades and operates in 52 countries worldwide. The company focuses on three service categories: IT and Business Service (ITBS), Products and Platforms, and Engineering and R&D Services (ERS).
ITBS helps transform enterprises through Digital Foundation, such as our modernised infrastructure stack built around a hybrid cloud, software-defined networks, and a digital workplace. ERS offers engineering services and solutions from all product development and platform engineering aspects. Under P&P, HCL hands over modernised software products to global clients for their technological and industry-specific requirements.
HCL Technologies applies three corporate cultures to attract clients: ideapreneurship culture, a relationship beyond the contract, and HCL's mode 1-2-3 strategy. Leading companies have enjoyed services and products, including 250 of the fortune 500 and 650 Global 2000.
Address: Level 5E-1B, Enterprise 4, Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2. Piktochart
No list of SaaS in Malaysia is complete without mentioning Piktochart. SaaS started in 2011 as a tool to support people to create infographics easily. Today, Piktochart has expanded to become a tool to help people develop reports, pamphlets, posters, presentations, and more.
Users can freely pick from a bank of icons, images, and illustrations. They can also choose the font according to their needs. Piktochart provides facilities to turn designs into more professional ones, according to their tagline: an all-in-one visual storytelling solution.
Even though Piktochart started in Penang, Malaysia, its customers are based worldwide. As of 2016, its user count reaches 7.5 million. This is pretty insightful about how Piktochart did it in just 36 months for growing users up to 2M+.
- Marketing strategy: SEO Content Marketing (comes from Search)
- Pricing method: monthly/annual plans of RM35 and RM75
3. Tech Data Advanced Solutions Malaysia
According to its official website, Tech Data Advanced Solutions Malaysia connects the world with the power of technology. They help global companies with complex solutions to transform by technology. Tech Data's end-to-end portfolios of products, services, and solutions, highly specialised skills, and expertise in next-generation technologies enable channel partners to bring to market the products and solutions the world needs. Tech Data has been on the air for over 45 years in IT distribution.
Tech Data has three excellent services covering all of their services; centre of excellence, professionalism, and managed services - with five values; integrity, excellence, accountability, collaboration, and inclusion. Tech Data has offices in America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.
Address: Jalan PJU 7/5, Mutiara Damansara, 47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
4. Mphasis Pte Ltd
Mphasis is a next-generation company that helps enterprises transform business globally. With a background in the IT sector and head office in Bangalore, India, Mphasis has spread its wings to Malaysia. Mphasis generally engages in infrastructure technology and outsourcing services with three values; Hi-Tech, Hi-Touch, and Hi-Trust.
This company applies five working principles: They are Growth Mindset, Ready Fire Aim, Work for Each Other, Disagree but Commit, Inclusion and Diversity, and Learning Culture. Explore more about the industry and services of Mphasis on their website.
Address: A4-11-1112, Leisure Commerce Square, 9 Jalan PJS 8/9, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
5. Veritas Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd
Customers can accelerate their digital transformation through the Veritas platform and solve pressing IT and business challenges, including data protection, multi-cloud data management, storage optimization, compliance readiness, and workload portability -with no cloud vendor lock-in. Veritas is a leader in multi-cloud data management.
Veritas uses four focuses on their services; cloud, cyber, compliance, and cost. No wonder over 80,000 customers, including 87% of the Fortune Global 500 (such as Intel, Steelcase, FedEx, etc.) use this company's services and products.
Address: Level 12, Uptown 1, Jalan SS 21/58, Damansara Utama, 47400 Ppetaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
6. DXC Technologies
DXC Technologies focuses on IT services, including cloud, data-driven operations, and workplace modernization. The need for investment management in moving IT assets to the cloud is DXC's focal point.
More than 130,000 people and 70 countries have become consumers of this company. The services provided by DXC Technologies are complete, such as business process outsourcing, analytics & engineering, security, cloud, IT outsourcing, and workplace modernization. DXC Technology runs mission-critical systems with the latest technological innovations to deliver better performance.
Address: 10A, Jalan Bersatu 13/4, Pjs 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
7. VirtualSpirit Technology Sdn. Bhd.
Virtual Spirit Technology is a software development agency based in Malaysia. The company's areas of expertise are website-based application development, iOS or Android-based mobile application development, UI & UX Design, Business Technology Consulting, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Architect on HIPAA on AWS.
The values of this company are:
- Teamwork
- Creativity
- Excellence
- Smooth Communication
- Passion
- Growing Together
One of Virtual Spirit's products is VirtualSpace, an all-in-one project management platform that makes it easy to work anywhere through one platform. VirtualSpace is best known for its robust and secure nature. The platform provides not only a seamless communication tool but also advanced project management software.
Address: A-09, 07, Jalan SS 22/23, Damansara Jaya, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
Key Takeaways
Those are the top 7 technology companies in Malaysia. Each company has its own line of business in the technology world. As technology advances, many companies are implementing work from anywhere for their employees.
With the right technology, it's easy to work from anywhere without having to worry about losing performance and productivity. There are many tools to support remote workers making communication and task management easier. Work from anywhere? Why not?
