The report highlights the importance of cloud computing in the ASEAN region, as governments aim to restart and revitalize their economies. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need for a digital foundation, with technology being deployed across various industries such as telemedicine, workforces, supply chains, and remote classrooms. Cloud computing is seen as a core ingredient in economic rebuilding plans, with countries like Singapore aiming to become global digital hubs. VMware, a leader in cloud, cyber security, and modern apps, has commissioned a project with The Economist Intelligence Unit to explore the benefits of cloud computing for governments in the region. The report suggests that there is an opportunity for more policy thought leadership on the benefits of cloud computing and how governments can structure policies to achieve maximum digitization across the Asia Pacific region.
