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Building on Hope: Bold Plans for the CEO Agenda

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  • Seventy-seven percent of CEOs say they expect their organization’s growth to be strong over the next 12 months.
  • More than half of CEOs say that innovation/new products or application of technology will be a top-three driver of business success, and the vast majority consider cybersecurity moderately or highly relevant to their CEO agenda.
  • More than 80% of CEOs intend to increase spend on technology modernization over the next 12 months, and nearly three quarters say they are undergoing or preparing for digital and workforce/talent transformation.
  • Talent is the biggest challenge that CEOs say they face today.

Why it matters to CEOs

The Fortune/Deloitte CEO Survey series tracks perspectives and actions of CEOs from the world’s largest and most influential companies. The survey gives key insights into CEOs’ priorities, challenges and expectations across a diverse set of industries, including technology, finance and health care.

Overview

In January, CEOs described 2021 as the year of hope. Six months later, the latest results from the “Summer 2021 Fortune/Deloitte CEO Survey” appear to show that their hope has evolved into bold plans for growth, innovation, digital transformation and workforce/talent transformation. Also on their agenda is strong attention to sustainability, continued progress on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and elevated concern for cybersecurity and all things talent.

Growth expectations

CEOs recognize the emerging trends and expectations that will be important for their business and have quickly pivoted their priorities and objectives to align with new realities. Presently, 30% of CEOs expect their organization’s growth to be “very strong” over the next 12 months, while 47% expect “strong” growth, and 23% anticipate “modest” growth. No CEOs surveyed expect weak growth, signaling that the larger business community is more confident of their organization’s position relative to the uncertainty of 2020.

What do CEOs expect to fuel their organization’s business success over the next 12 months? When asked to pick their top three drivers, more than half of CEO respondents give roughly equal credit to innovation or new products and the application of technology (such as digital transformation or artificial intelligence). Nearly 4 in 10 expect accelerated or pent-up consumer demand to drive business success this year, and 1 in 3 CEOs expect to reap the benefits of increased operational efficiencies (e.g., hybrid workforce).

Digital transformation and innovation

In examining how the pandemic impacted strategic objectives, operations and expectations, the report shows that CEOs plan to divert more money to those areas which they deem crucial to their business success. Nearly 3 in 4 CEOs say their organizations are undergoing or preparing for digital transformation. Consistent with that priority, 4 in 5 CEOs expect their organizations to increase the level of spending in technology modernization and more than two-thirds of CEOs plan to increase spending on artificial intelligence. Not surprising given the increased emphasis on technology, 86% of CEO respondents say that cybersecurity is moderately or highly relevant to their agenda.

Key quotes

“CEOs are optimistic about the year ahead, expecting strong growth fueled by innovation and pent-up consumer demand. Key to achieving their growth goals will be an intense focus on sustaining the momentum of their digital transformations, as well as optimizing new workplace models to attract and retain a world-class workforce. All things tech and talent will dominate the CEO agenda throughout 2021 and beyond.” Joe Ucuzoglu, chief executive officer, Deloitte US

“Technological transformation remains top of mind for CEOs as they emerge from the pandemic lockdown, and the battle for talent; cybersecurity; diversity and inclusion; and climate change also remain high on their agendas. While three quarters of the CEOs acknowledge that corporate taxes are likely to rise, tax and public policy don’t seem to be first-order concerns.” Alan Murray, chief executive officer, Fortune

Workforce transformation

With technological advancement and digital disruption in mind, CEOs are setting their sights on multiple possibilities for transforming their organizations. But their desired outcomes may only be achievable with a transformed workforce: one that is even more highly skilled, diverse, agile, and engaged and prioritizes well-being and purpose more than ever before.

When asked about the biggest challenge they face today, CEOs named one above all others: talent, in nearly every form. Attracting, hiring, retaining, developing, growing and engaging talent; succession planning; the war for talent; and more constituted one out of every four responses. Likely with that focus in mind, 57% of CEOs anticipate increased spending on upskilling or reskilling their workforce over the next 12 months, and 71% of CEOs say their organization is undergoing or preparing for workforce/talent transformation (second only to digital transformation, at 74%). Just under half of CEOs say that employee sentiment is a top-three factor in deciding whether to take a stand on social or societal issues.

Integral to talent is DEI. In June 2020, 62% of CEOs said they planned to make policy changes in the wake of the murder of George Floyd. In January 2021, the CEO commitment to DEI still appeared strong. At that time, 94% of CEOs agreed that DEI was a personal strategic priority, 90% of CEOs agreed that their organization aspired to be an industry leader in DEI, and 72% of CEOs planned to disclose DEI metrics to the public. Fast forward to June 2021, and CEOs are already claiming victory on a few items. More than half of CEOs say that they have completed the following: building DEI into their strategic priorities/goals as CEO; incorporating DEI into corporate strategy, not just talent strategy; setting measurable targets for progress towards DEI goals as an executive team; and disclosing DEI metrics to their employees.

Methodology

Fielded between June 1-7, 2021, 110 CEOs representing more than 15 industries answered 13 questions intended to explore their expectations, thoughts and priorities for the next 12 months. Surveyed CEOs include Fortune 1000 leaders, Global CEOs, and CEOs who attend Fortune events.

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RepTrak Announces 2024 Global RepTrak® 100 Report

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BOSTON, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The RepTrak™ Company, the world’s leading reputation data and insights company, released its annual Global RepTrak 100 report. Utilizing its advanced reputation monitoring software, RepTrak gathered data from more than 243,000 survey responses across 14 major economies to rank the world’s 100 most reputable companies. They share that ranking alongside a full analysis of global corporate reputation trends and corresponding public sentiment in the 2024 report.

After two years of consecutive Reputation Score declines, this year’s Score is back up with an increase from 73.2 in 2023 to 73.8 in 2024. It’s a small increase after 2023’s full one-point drop. However, it’s an encouraging sign that companies have begun to recover from reputation falls driven by many challenges: macroeconomic issues, workplace difficulties, product problems, and corporate responsibility skepticism.
“This year’s report underscores a pivotal shift in the corporate landscape, spotlighting the remarkable adaptability and dedication of the Top 100 companies in responding to the dynamic needs of stakeholders,” states RepTrak CEO Mark Sonders. “The companies featured in our report are not just riding the wave of change; they are the ones steering it, proving that the best approach to business is one that embraces evolution and champions progress.”
RepTrak’s report explores how people thought, felt, and acted toward companies over the past year. Findings include notable increases in Conduct and Citizenship efforts, stakeholders’ rising willingness to invest, culturally resonant brand communications, and ESG Scores that soared despite skepticism around the acronym.
To read the full 2024 Global RepTrak 100 report, please visit: www.reptrak.com/globalreptrak
About RepTrak
The RepTrak™ Company is the world’s leading reputation data and insights company. We help companies by organizing and grading a variety of reputational elements, offering a real-world report card on their corporate reputation. Subscribers to the RepTrak program use our predictive insights to protect business value, improve return on investment, and increase their positive impact on society. RepTrak’s pairing of advanced metrics and dedicated reputation advisors offers clients an actionable analysis of their reputation data, aligning business objectives with stakeholder sentiment across different markets and sectors.
Established in 2004, The RepTrak Company owns the world’s largest reputation benchmarking database, gathering over 1 million company ratings per year used by CEOs, boards, and executives in more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.reptrak.com
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Group-IB takes part in a global operation to cripple Canadian Phishing-as-a-Service provider LabHost

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SINGAPORE, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Group-IB, a leading cybersecurity company aimed at investigating, preventing, and fight digital crime announced today that it participated in a coordinated global takedown operation against prominent Canadian Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) provider LabHost, which has led to the arrest of 37 suspects across the United Kingdom and around the world by law enforcement agencies. As part of the operation, Group-IB also conducted an extensive analysis of LabHost’s criminal history and infrastructure, including insights into LabHost’s administrative platform and the services it provides to its purported user base which exceeds 2,000 subscribers worldwide, who illegally obtained around 480,000 card numbers, 64,000 pin numbers, and over 1 million passwords from victims used for websites and other online services, according to law enforcement agencies.

“By leveraging our Threat Intelligence and Digital Risk Protection, we are able to identify and monitor phishing attacks and websites like those deployed by LabHost and its subscribers around the world, enabling us to actively alert and protect our customers, and in turn, their customers as well,” said Dmitry Volkov, Chief Executive Officer of Group-IB. “Today’s takedown operation demonstrates the agility and responsiveness of our decentralized Digital Crime Resistance Centers, and how quickly we can provide immediate and local assistance wherever our customers may be.”
First uncovered in late 2021, LabHost emerged as a fully automated Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) platform, streamlining the creation of phishing websites meticulously mirroring the interface and functionality of prominent banking, postal, and financial entities, aimed at intercepting, seizing, and profiting from users’ personal, credit card, and online banking credentials. Users are prompted to select from various “membership plans,” tailored to target businesses and individuals in either the United States and Canada, or globally, akin to mobile subscription models. These plans encompass “standard,” “premium,” and “world membership” tiers, priced between US$179 and US$300 monthly, with options for monthly, quarterly, or annual billing cycles.
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Malaysia Data Center Market to Witness $3.97 Billion Investment Opportunities by 2029, Get Insights on 34 Existing Data Centers and 33 Upcoming Facilities across Malaysia – Arizton

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CHICAGO, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — According to Arizton’s latest research report, the Malaysia data center market is growing at a CAGR of 13.92% during the forecast period.

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Malaysia Data Center Market Report Scope
Report Attributes
Details
Market Size (Investment)
USD 3.97 Billion (2029)
Market Size (Area)
883 Thousand Sq. Feet (2029)
Market Size (Power Capacity)
163 MW (2029)
CAGR Investment (2023-2029)
13.92 %
Colocation Market Size (Revenue)
USD 1.23 Billion (2029)
Historic Year
2020-2022
Base Year
2023
Forecast Year
2024-2029
Over the next few years, Malaysia is poised to witness significant growth in data center investments, driven by the influx of operators like AirTrunk, Equinix, Princeton Digital Group, and other leading companies. Key hubs like Cyberjaya, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru are expected to see heightened activity, hosting most of the country’s data centers.
The wholesale colocation sector is projected to experience a revenue surge fueled by major cloud players like Microsoft, Google, and AWS. These companies have unveiled plans to establish dedicated cloud regions within Malaysia, with expected timelines for deployment within the next one to two years. This trend underscores Malaysia’s growing importance as a regional hub for data infrastructure and cloud services.
Malaysia is among the top expensive markets globally for developing data centers. Malaysia’s data center construction cost in 2023 stood at about $8.5-$10 million per MW, making it the costliest market in the APAC region after Singapore and Jakarta.
Investment Opportunities in the Malaysia Data Center Market
In November 2023, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres announced its plans to develop a new data center campus in Johor. The construction of the first building is likely to begin soon and become operational by 2025. The company formed a joint venture with Basis Bay to develop a new data center campus with two buildings, Cyberjaya DC.2 and STT Kuala Lumpur 1 in Cyberjaya, Selangor.In October 2023, EDGNEX Data Centres by DAMAC announced its plans to enter the APAC market for the first time; the company is considering a facility in Cyberjaya, Selangor. The expected investment can cross the $52 million mark.In October 2023, Infinaxis Data Centre Holdings, the joint venture between Gaw Capital Partners and A3 Capital, announced the construction of its first data center facility in Cyberjaya. The facility will have 10 data halls and will likely be operational by Q2 2025.In September 2023, EdgeConneX announced its plans to expand its footprint in Malaysia with the development of three data centers sites across Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, and Cyberjaya. The company plans to develop data centers in partnership with Cyberview.To Know More, Download the Free Sample Report: https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/malaysia-data-center-market-size-analysis
Market Trends
According to IRENA, in 2022, hydroenergy accounted for around 69% of the renewable energy capacity in Malaysia, followed by solar energy, which contributed about 21%, along with a 10% contribution by bioenergy.Malaysia aims to achieve the target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. To make this goal a reality, WWF-Malaysia is partnering with Boston Consulting Group to develop an independent joint study on the country’s optimal net zero pathway.The government of Malaysia has established a green tariff scheme to support its carbon-neutrality target. Under the scheme, subscribers can get electricity from solar or hydro sources instead of fossil fuel sources.Mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships are key strategies employed by operators to expand their portfolios and global footprint. For example:
In December 2023, Chindata Group merged with BCPE Chivalry Merger Sub, a wholly owned subsidiary of BCPE Chivalry Bidco, completing its transition to a private company from a public one.November 2023 saw ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, in a joint venture with Basis Bay, announcing plans to develop a new data center campus with two buildings in Cyberjaya, Selangor.A3 Capital and Gaw Capital Partners formed a joint venture in February 2023 to establish Infinaxis Data Centre Holdings to develop and operate data centers across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.MN Holdings, an engineering services and solutions company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in April 2023 with Shanghai DC-Science, outlining an investment of approximately $600 million to develop a data center site at the Sedenak Tech Park, Johor.Why Should You Buy This Research?
Market size is available regarding investment, area, power capacity, and Malaysia colocation market revenue.An assessment of the data center investment in Malaysia by colocation, hyperscale, and enterprise operators.Investments in the area (square feet) and power capacity (MW) across cities in the country.A detailed study of the existing Malaysia data center market landscape, an in-depth market analysis, and insightful predictions about market size during the forecast period.Snapshot of existing and upcoming third-party data center facilities in MalaysiaFacilities Covered (Existing): 34Facilities Identified (Upcoming): 33Coverage: 9 LocationsExisting vs. Upcoming (Area)Existing vs. Upcoming (IT Load Capacity)Data Center Colocation Market in MalaysiaColocation Market Revenue & Forecast (2023-2029)Wholesale vs. Retail Colocation Revenue (2023-2029)Retail Colocation PricingWholesale Colocation PricingThe Malaysia data center market investments are classified into IT, power, cooling, and general construction services with sizing and forecast.A comprehensive analysis of the latest trends, growth rate, potential opportunities, growth restraints, and prospects for the industry.Business overview and product offerings of prominent IT infrastructure providers, construction contractors, support infrastructure providers, and investors operating in the industry.A transparent research methodology and the analysis of the demand and supply aspects of the industry.Buy this Research @ https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/malaysia-data-center-market-size-analysis
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1hr of free analyst discussion10% off on customizationThe Report Includes the Investment in the Following Areas:
IT InfrastructureServersStorage SystemsNetwork InfrastructureElectrical InfrastructureUPS SystemsGeneratorsSwitches & SwitchgearsPDUsOther Electrical InfrastructureMechanical InfrastructureCooling SystemsRack CabinetsOther Mechanical InfrastructureCooling SystemsCRAC and CRAHChillersCooling Tower and Dry CoolersOther Cooling UnitsGeneral ConstructionCore & Shell DevelopmentInstallation & Commissioning ServicesBuilding & Engineering DesignFire Detection & Suppression SystemsPhysical SecurityData Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)Tier StandardTier I & Tier IITier IIITier IV GeographySelangorJohorOther StatesVendor Landscape
IT Infrastructure Providers
Cisco SystemsDell TechnologiesFujitsuHewlett Packard EnterpriseHuawei TechnologiesIBMInspurLenovoNetAppData Center Construction Contractors & Sub-Contractors
Advance Power EngineeringAsima ArchitectsAVO TechnologyB-Global TechCTC-GlobalCSF GroupCyclect GroupDSCO GroupGamudaGCM TechnologiesHSS EngineersISGKienta Engineering ConstructionLSK EngineeringMES GroupM+W Group (Exyte)MN HoldingsNakanoNTT FACILITIESPowerware SystemsS5 EngineeringShaw ArchitectSunway Construction GroupUnique CentralSupport Infrastructure Providers
ABBCaterpillarCumminsEatonFuji ElectricHITEC Power ProtectionKOHLER PowerLegrandMitsubishi ElectricNarada Power SourcePiller Power SystemsRittalRolls-RoyceSchneider ElectricSiemensSocomecSTULZTraneVertivData Center Investors
Bridge Data CentresEdge CentresGDS ServicesIRIX (PP TELECOMMUNICATION)Keppel Data CentresNTT DATAOpen DCTM OneVantage Data CentersYTL Data Center HoldingsNew Entrants
AirTrunkAmazon Web Services (AWS)EdgeConneXEquinixFutureData (Cyclect Group + TSG Group)Googlei-BerhadInfinaxis Data Centre HoldingsMN Holdings + Shanghai DC-ScienceMicrosoftNEXTDCPrinceton Digital GroupRegal OrionSingtelST Telemedia Global Data CentresYondrTo Know More, Download the Free Sample Report: https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/malaysia-data-center-market-size-analysis
Key Questions Answered in the Report:   
What factors are driving the Malaysian data center industry?
How big is the Malaysia data center market?
How many MW of power capacity will be added across Malaysia during 2024 to 2029?
What is the growth rate of the Malaysia data center market?
Which states are included in the Malaysia data center market report?
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