ICT Partnership serves as gateway for emerging societies
Oct 20, 2011
The past decades have seen a surge in the information technology and communication industry. High speed data access, mobile networks, ubiquitous connectivity and the rapid exponential growth in computing power have brought about a revolution in the digital age. The appetite for technological advancement and infrastructure performance has become more sophisticated and the challenge rises to satisfy the constant need for innovation.
Recognizing the fast changing needs of the emerging society, “ The LIGHT Waterfront Penang is tailored to meet the demands of globalization and understands the constant need for a ubiquitous connection in a networked society” said the CEO and Managing Director of IJM Land Berhad Dato’ Soam Heng Choon.
Dato’ Soam Heng Choon added that “a networked city is twofold with the right infrastructure network in place; THE LIGHT is able to connect people and be the ultimate destination for business, leisure, education and life. This seamless community opens up a whole new world of possibilities never once imagined and is a true representation of a borderless city encompassing residential, retail, hotels, convention centre and much more. This will inadvertently create an intelligent and sustainable city imperative to transform Penang into an international city”
Developing a smart and connected city over the span of 152 acres is no mean feat but with the appointment of Dimension Data as the Master Technology Consultants for The Light, the goal in transforming physical communities to connected communities to drive economic, social and environmental sustainability is now a step closer to reality.
Dimension Data Asia Pacific CEO, BILL Padfield stated “we are excited to work closely with IJM Land in this landmark project to transform Penang into iconic city with a distinctive identity and sustainable future. Through the deployment of our innovative, sustainability services and Connected Real Estate (CRE) solutions, the new development will feature intelligent buildings and infrastructure that are self-sustaining, energy sufficient and highly connected”
Padfield went on to say that “the benefits of CRE is not limited to operational and energy efficiencies such as centralised, automated building management control and cost savings. The tenant and residents will also benefit from the enhanced connectivity and quick access to information, which would result in greater mobility and productivity.”
Astro has also collaborated with IJM Land to offer a unique digital lifestyle experience to its property owners where Astro will be supplying each residential unit of The Light with 2 units of Astro B.yond IPTV boxes together with 3 months free subscription of an Astro Super Pack, HD and Recording services including access to Video-on-demand and Time Fibre Broadband which comes with a modem and router as well as installation.
