— Ian Watson , CEO , Cellcard

The industry is changing rapidly , particularly in Cambodia . Watson explains that while this is in part driven by the evolution of technology , it is also a product of the broader change in the Kingdom . “ It ’ s not the biggest that survive , it ’ s those that adapt the quickest . As we move into the digital world , it ’ s vital to be up to speed with those changes and all of the dynamic developments around 5G and other telecom innovations .

“ The key driver of change , particularly in Cambodia , is the increasing appetite for large data ,” he continues . “ If you look at the history of the country , there has never been a fixed line infrastructure . Instead , as we ’ ve moved into the digital age , Cambodians have gone straight to mobile broadband , mobile data and connectivity . At the same time , we

EXECUTIVE PROFILE :

Ian Watson is recognised within the telecommunications community as one of the leading figures in relation to 5G and digital transformation having built a 30-year career in the industry across global markets . His most recent industry recognition was the 5G Asia People ’ s Choice Award for Operator CXO of the Year . He has also gained significant exposure in the past year as the driving force behind one of the most aggressive 4G roll-outs in the SE Asian region , achieving for three years running both the Ookla and Opensignal Awards . His focus now is firmly set on driving the digitisation of Cambodia with early adoption of pre-5G and the introduction of 5G across the key segments of Consumer , Government and Corporate .

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