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Criterion for Success: (according to top IT experts)

Larry Ellison, Oracle:

• top leadership commitment
• wide global technological support
• long-term vision as to how network will affect economy in 5-10 years
• mindset shift to accept Flagship Applications and appreciation of economic impact

Robert Bishop, Silicon Graphics WorldTrade Corporation:

• infrastructure must be in place
• high performance tools - to train Malaysians and allow industries to compete globally

Lynton Wilson, BCE Incorp.:

• top level commitment
• detailed and coordinated planning
• MSC - need to become regional centre for Multimedia development in SEA (South-East Asia).
• Need tolearn from Silicon Valley's success – e.g. establish close working relationship with universities, and cultivate ability to attract critical mass of companies

Stan Shin, Acer Group:

• commitment by large enterprises to contribute to capital funds need SMEs (Small Medium Enterprises) and for Government to lead

Fred Gluck, Bachtel Group:

• MSC must serve useful purpose Make MSC a site where enterprises can operate freely and efficiently.
• clear and workable plan that addresses all key issues of investors plan must be developed and implemented by professionals in business
• plan monitored by high levels in Government

Gary Tooker, Motorola:

• continued attention and involvement of Malaysian Government and international companies
• ability to attract the kind of IT and software talent needed
• MSC must provide opportunities for people throughout the country

Patrick Lupo, DHL Worlwide Express:

• active, strategic implementation and continuous improvement
• lifting of international trade barriers (Bill of Guarantees)
• all parties must remain customer-focused and be sensitive to companies' concerns
• encourage and provide incentives for nationwide local participation

Malaysia's Track Record of Success
South East Asia Straits Times
Mahathir's past successes:

• jettisoned feudal thinking in UMNO politics and public administration
• started a car industry
• reformed financial services
• privatised the wasteful utility and communication sectors
• MicroSoft /Bill Gates - chose Malaysia as its Asian Headquarters (cf. Singapore)
• top IT names in America, Japan, Germany now advise Mahathir as members of IAP (International Advisory Panel)
• success in persuading Bill Gates-type stars and their millions to be a member of MSC's International Advisory Panel.
  (See attached excerpt on the following page.)

MSC PHASES

Phase I - (off the ground)
In the first phase, Malaysians will learn from their international partners operating in the MSC, a 15 km by 50 km area covering the Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Putrajaya and the new KL International Airport in Sepang.

The commencement of:

• 7 Flagship Application
• Cyberlaw Framework
• Cyberjaya

Phase II (2000 - 2010)
The second phase will see the linking up of the MSC with "other islands of excellence" within the country.
Also:

• link MSC to other intelligent cities, local and global
• country to have web of corridors and 250 world class companies
• global standards in Flagship Application
• 4-5 intelligent cities linked to other global cybercities

TIMETABLE

Detail on Some Companies

NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone) –{MSC Status}
Ref: The Star, 16th June 1997:
The new company to be set up in Malaysia, is tentatively known as NTT Malaysia and is estimated to be set up with 2-3 months. It is reported that land for this set-up will be bought from Cyberview Holdings of Malaysia.

Two of its likely businesses are to be:

1. R&D center within MSC; the second of its research centres outside of Japan. It will set up the research and development division for multimedia technology at the Malaysian unit. This is part of an effort to establish a global R&D system linking its labs in Japan and the U.S.
2. and International communication services in collaboration with Malaysian carriers.

Currently, NTT has 15% (USD 2.9 million) stake in Cyberview Holdings to develop Cyberjaya.

NTT is also involved in the working groups of 4 of the Flagship Applications:

1. Electronic government
   
2. Smart Schools
   
3. Telemedicine
   
4. National Multipurpose card
   

NTT has signed a joint venture agreement with Telekom Malaysia in May 1997; with NTT holding a 30% share. The joint venture company has a paid-up capitla of RM11 million and will be focussed on IBS (Intelligent Building Systems) in Malaysia.

NTT has also expressed interest in being involved with Telekom's multimedia university, if invited.

Permodalan Nasional Berhad.
Ref: The Star, 17th June 1997:
PNB has expressed desire to be major contributor to the MSC by utilising its experience in establishing databases, applications, and management systems to government and quasi-government bodies. Its wholly owned information technology company, PNB Information Technologies Sdn. Bhd., in a joint venture with 2 other companies, is involved with the development of the electronic government project.