Database: Malaysia needs a unified network
Translated from Malay and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.
At a glance
- A standardized, reliable database could help Malaysian industries identify suitable university partners for commercial product development.
- The lack of such a database slows innovation by making it harder for companies to find partners in higher education, according to MASTIC.
In the age of artificial intelligence, Malaysia needs a reliable, standardized database network to help industry find the right partners quickly and safely when developing commercial products.
Without a common database, companies face difficulties identifying potential partners in higher education. That slows the development of new products and holds back innovation.
The Malaysia Science and Technology Information Centre reported the need for a more unified network, highlighting the role of accessible information in connecting industry with academic institutions.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.