Pikom: IT should be considered 'very essential service'

Published: Apr 12, 2020 4:23 AM

CORONAVIRUS | The National Tech Association of Malaysia (Pikom) has urged the government to consider the IT support and services industry as a "very essential service".

In a statement yesterday, Pikom said IT systems are the "last mile" for many essential services.

"This includes having many systems to access the file server, HR, payroll, accounting, logistics, inventory and warehouse, sales and CRM...

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