Franco Chiam is the Vice President for IDC's Asia Pacific (exclude Japan) Cloud, Datacenter, Telecommunication and Infrastructure Research Group Lead. He manages and shapes the above domains offerings to IDC Clients which includes cloud & infrastructure surveys, market analysis and perspective, speaking engagements and executive briefings. In the ever-evolving landscape of technologies, the pillars of cloud computing, datacenters and telecommunication have emerged as the driving forces behind our interconnected world. As these domains continue to shape the future of infrastructure, their integration and advancement plays a crucial role for the foreseeable future. Previously, Franco has over 20 years of extensive experience and knowledge across different verticals such as Automotive, Manufacturing, Semiconductor and Telcos. He was responsible for Daimler APAC digital & innovation services and has driven key strategic initiatives, pushing boundaries of what's possible and making a meaningful impact in shaping the future of technology within Daimler.