Malaysia forum explores digital transformation & AI adoption
Canon Marketing Malaysia has brought together business leaders and policymakers in Kuala Lumpur as part of the Think Big Klang Valley Series 2025, focusing on digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) within Malaysian businesses. The event marks the conclusion of a nationwide forum series dedicated to equipping organisations for future growth through technological advancement.
Digital priorities
Participants engaged in discussions concerning Malaysia's next steps towards building a digital-first economy with greater emphasis on automation, optimisation, and sustainable growth. The forum built on a theme of equipping the country to compete in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
The event's keynote, delivered by Malaysia's Minister of Digital, highlighted government priorities in driving AI adoption and digital innovation across multiple sectors. Speakers addressed the national agenda to accelerate digital transformation and readiness for changes wrought by emerging technologies.
Business resilience
Expert panels and fireside discussions explored practical strategies for businesses to automate processes, increase operational efficiency, and enable sustainable business models. Panel members included Dr. Jasmine Begum, Non-Executive Chairperson of MIMOS Berhad, and Alan Tan, Chief Economist at Affin Bank Group. They examined Malaysia's preparedness for an AI-powered economy and charted strategies to future-proof corporate performance.
Canon positioned itself as a collaborator in Malaysia's digital journey, emphasising the benefits its technology could offer to organisations of all sizes via smarter automation and cloud-driven efficiencies.
"As Malaysia continues its digital transformation journey, Canon remains committed to helping organisations of all sizes unlock new efficiencies through AI, automation, and cloud-enabled solutions. Through Think Big, we aim to empower businesses with the right tools and insights to think bigger, innovate faster, and create sustainable impact in a rapidly evolving economy," said Masato Yoshiie, President & CEO, Canon Marketing Malaysia.
Product showcase
Canon introduced the imageFORCE multi-function device (MFD) series, positioning it as an enterprise solution aimed at workflow automation, data security, and enhanced operational reliability. The device uses AI-assisted maintenance, intelligent data capture, and predictive analytics to minimise downtime and optimise processes. The series also incorporates cloud integration and advanced security features to support collaboration across hybrid and remote work environments.
The product launch reflects Canon's stated focus on security, reliability, connectivity, and sustainability within its commercial offerings.
Vincent Low, Head of Business Imaging Solution Centre at Canon Marketing Malaysia, commented on the sector's trends, saying: "Malaysia's growing leadership in AI and cloud innovation reflects a powerful national commitment to building a digital-first future. At Canon, we're proud to partner with businesses on this journey providing smart, scalable technologies that help them simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and future-proof their operations."
Industry collaboration
The forum provided a platform for private and public sector representatives to exchange insights about opportunities and challenges associated with digitalisation initiatives. Canon's sessions and new product demonstrations were structured to support organisations looking for scalable, secure technology solutions to support ongoing digitalisation objectives.
The Think Big Business Series, which has run in multiple locations across Malaysia, is described as an initiative to enable business leaders with the knowledge needed to pursue sustainable business growth in a technologically evolving market.
Norihiro Katagiri, Senior Vice President of Canon Singapore, underscored the company's focus on business enablement: "Canon's latest imageFORCE series empowers businesses to innovate, enhance productivity, and move towards a future-ready Malaysia."
