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The Selangor Technical Skills Development Centre (STDCx) and globally renowned low-code application development platform Mendix—a Siemens business—has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Orangeleaf Consulting, the leading low-code consultancy in Malaysia.

The signing took place at the Hannover Messe 2024 trade show in Germany, the world’s largest industrial technology exhibition where companies from the energy, digital, and mechanical and electrical engineering sectors gathered to map solutions for the future of energy supply and manufacturing.

With topics exhibited including digitalisation, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning, the strategic partnership between STDCx, Orangeleaf Consulting, and Mendix, aims to foster technological advancement with Mendix low-code, nurture local talent, and promote digital transformation initiatives within these industries in Selangor, Malaysia.

In tabling the 2024 Selangor State Budget in November 2023, Chief Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari committed RM13.85 million to elevate the role of technical and vocational education in Selangor to a higher level, and STDCx will be at the forefront of it.

Mendix’s low-code platform was catapulted into the Parliament spotlight as the cutting-edge technology set to transform the state’s technological development. This MoU is in line with Selangor’s vision and mission.

STDCx to Leverage Mendix’s Low-Code Platform and More

Present as witness to officiate the collaboration among Mendix, Orangeleaf, and STDCx, YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin Bin Shari Chief Minister of Selangor said: “What sets Mendix apart as a low-code platform is its speed to market as opposed to the traditional form of coding.

“Those who do not have a coding background can rapidly adapt to Mendix’s low-code and seamlessly develop software that caters to an organisation’s needs. With such agility and robust capabilities, this partnership aligns with Selangor’s mission to promote technological advancement, reduce the digital divide, and further increase economic growth in the state,” he pointed out.

He added: “We are committed to collaborating closely with Mendix and other stakeholders to maximise the benefits of this partnership. The State Government of Selangor will increase our role in designing a future of increased success for local businesses, coordinating with educational institutions, and spotlighting the yet-to-be-tapped potential of higher-end technical and vocational education at the community level.”

Furthermore, according to Selangor’s Chief Minister, “this understanding with Orangeleaf Consulting is a testament to our commitment and we intend to invite similar partnerships with interested parties in this rapidly growing space of the digital economy. Partnerships like this will push the needle to provide better and higher-paying job opportunities for the young people of Selangor. As a State Government, we intend to provide the best possible platform for Malaysia’s best brains to work in Selangor and compete with the world’s best.”

Ellice Ng Pui San, Chief Executive Officer at and Co-Founder of Orangeleaf Consulting, said: “We are happy to be recognised as the sole consultancy in Malaysia that will be working closely with STDCx to equip the workforce with Mendix low-code technology that is needed to thrive in this vibrant digital economy. “The mission of Orangeleaf Consulting is to empower businesses to achieve success through the strategic utilisation of advanced technology. We believe that digital transformation begins with progressive milestones. Hence, our strategic partnerships expedite technological advancement in Malaysia.

San further said: “There is great potential in the talent pool development in Malaysia, and low-code can play an important role in raising tech talent to compete locally and globally. Low-code transforms the way programmers develop systems and applications. The traditional method requires coding knowledge, with long lead times and extensive headcount. Low-code enables business users and tech individuals with different technical levels to build applications quickly and efficiently, utilising a visual interface through the Mendix low-code platform.”

(From left to right): Ellice Ng Pui San CEO at and Co-Founder, of Orangeleaf Consulting; Tim Hendricks, Co-Founder of Orangeleaf Consulting; Encik Mohd. Nazri Bin Noh, President Board of Directors at STDCx; YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin Bin Shari, Chief Minister of Selangor; Edwin Severijn, Chief Revenue Officer at Mendix; and Raymond Kok, Chief Executive Officer at Mendix

Focusing on Three Key Areas

Orangeleaf Consulting aims to focus on developing low-code talent in Malaysia through these key areas:

• Training Programs. Development of training programs to equip and increase local talents with proficiency in Mendix’s low-code platform.
• Innovation Labs. Establishment of innovation labs to facilitate collaborative projects and drive technological innovation.
• Mentorship Programs. Implementation of mentorship programs to foster knowledge exchange and skill development by Orangeleaf Consulting.
• Community Engagement. Engagement with local communities to promote awareness and participation in digital transformation initiatives.

As an example of such initiatives, the Selangor Government sponsored a three-day Siemens-Mendix Certified Digital Professional Program 2023. Led and organised by Orangeleaf Consulting, the event successfully united an eager group of digital enthusiasts in Malaysia.

With over 296,656 members, the Mendix low-code community is all across the globe. The global low-code platform market revenue is valued at almost USD $22.5 billion in 2022 and is forecast to reach approximately USD $32 billion in 2024.

Raymond Kok, Chief Executive Officer of Mendix, said: “We’re excited to collaborate with STDCx and Orangeleaf Consulting to drive innovation and create impactful solutions. We recognise the unique challenges and opportunities within the state and are committed to addressing them through technology. By leveraging the low-code platform, we can help streamline development processes and drive impactful digital transformation initiatives.”

He added: “Mendix’s low-code platform is in high demand globally, with organisations across various industries leveraging its capabilities. This partnership presents an opportunity to showcase the power and versatility of our platform on a local scale.”

To learn more about Orangeleaf Consulting’s services and solutions, please visit its website, www.orangeleaf.com.my, or follow them on Facebook (@orangeleafconsultingglobal) or LinkedIn (@Orangeleaf Consulting).

Interested parties who are keen to be part of the Rapid Certified Developers programme or learn more about how Mendix low-code can assist in boosting businesses can book a free session with Orangeleaf Consulting by filling in the contact form.

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