Huawei, CelcomDigi join forces to upskill workforce in AI, 5G

KUALA LUMPUR: Huawei Technologies Malaysia and CelcomDigi have signed a three-year partnership to enhance the digital skills of their workforce, preparing them for future-ready roles in the telecommunications industry. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines that Huawei Malaysia will provide CelcomDigi employees with advanced training in artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, 5G, and cloud technologies, alongside leadership development programs and industry-recognized certifications.

Simon Sun, Huawei Malaysia's CEO, emphasized that the collaboration will leverage Huawei's global learning ecosystem and talent development framework, aiming to align employee capabilities with CelcomDigi's business needs. The training programs will encompass executive digital leadership, business growth enablement, industry certifications, and digital transformation initiatives.

Albern Murty, CelcomDigi's CEO, highlighted that continuous investment in human capital is crucial for organizations to adapt to rapid technological advancements. Through this partnership, employees will gain exposure to emerging technologies, innovation frameworks, and industry use cases, with opportunities to achieve Huawei certifications at various levels, including associate, professional, and expert.

This MoU builds on the existing collaboration between Huawei and CelcomDigi, which includes leadership programs, professional certification initiatives, large-scale learning engagements, and technology-sharing sessions. Both companies view the initiative as a means to bolster a skilled workforce in Malaysia's digital economy, aligning with the industry's shift towards digitalization.