Scope International Malaysia (Scope) won the ICT Organisation of the Year Award at the PIKOM 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner and ICT Leadership Awards held at Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur

on November 18.

Arif Siddiqui, CEO of Scope received the award from Datuk Seri Dr. Maximus Ongkili, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation (MOSTI). Scope was awarded for demonstrating leadership in

innovation and automation solutions in the industry, making it the first hub of an international bank to win the award.

Arif, who was shortlisted for the CIO Excellence Award, said, “This award is a tribute to the efforts of everyone at Scope, as our staff has worked very hard throughout the year to help us achieve our goals. It’s even more special as we are celebrating our 10th year anniversary this year, and it feels like a reward for our accomplishments through the years.”

During the ceremony, PIKOM awarded Yang Amat Berbahagia Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamed with the ICT Lifetime Achievement Award “for his support and contribution to the development of the ICT industry” during his premiership.

The National ICT Association of Malaysia or PIKOM is the association representing the ICT industry in Malaysia to promote it in line with the national agenda. PIKOM ICT Leadership Awards was conceptualized in year 2008 to honour individuals and companies that demonstrate ICT best practices in their industry, commending the diligence, commitment and innovative business strategies required to advance in Malaysia and the global marketplace.