MONASH BUSINESS MALAYSIA
FUTURE- READY
PHARMA
BY LEONARD ARIFF ABDUL SHATAR Group Managing Director of DUOPHARMA & BEcon‘ 85
For Duopharma, digital transformation is about reshaping operations for long-term growth. The company’ s Managing Director, Leonard Ariff, emphasises the importance of integrating new technologies while navigating the complex regulatory environment.“ The real challenge lies in how we adopt these systems while ensuring compliance,” Leonard explains.
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The future is digital. But whether it’ s fair, secure, and sustainable, that’ s a choice ASEAN still gets to make. e
Duopharma’ s partnerships with companies like UE Lifesciences and RenalWorks showcase their commitment to leveraging technology in healthcare, from non-invasive breast cancer screenings to streamlining dialysis centre data management. Through AI and e-commerce, Duopharma is enhancing efficiencies and customer experiences.
However, digital transformation in ASEAN faces challenges such as fragmented policies and high costs associated with cloud infrastructure.
“ The regulatory landscape is still evolving, and businesses like ours have to stay agile.”
LEONARD ARIFF
Looking forward, Duopharma sees universities like Monash Malaysia as key partners in addressing talent gaps. Collaborations could include co-creating specialised programs in cybersecurity, AI, and automation, and developing R & D hubs to drive innovation. These partnerships are essential to equipping the workforce with the skills needed to support digital growth in ASEAN.
Leonard Ariff
Duopharma’ s approach to transformation focuses on learning, strategic partnerships, and fostering an adaptable culture, ensuring a future that is both innovative and compliant. e