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Malaysian Standardization Framework

ITU-T Workshop on Bridging the Standardization Gap and Interactive Training Session (Cyberjaya, Malaysia, 29 June – 1 July 2010 ). Malaysian Standardization Framework. Ahmad RAZIF Ramli Director/MCMC. Contents. Voluntary Industry Codes. Technical Standards & Mandatory Standards.

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Malaysian Standardization Framework

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  1. ITU-T Workshop on Bridging the Standardization Gapand Interactive Training Session (Cyberjaya, Malaysia, 29 June – 1 July 2010 ) Malaysian Standardization Framework Ahmad RAZIF Ramli Director/MCMC

  2. Contents Voluntary Industry Codes Technical Standards & Mandatory Standards Overview of MCMC Conclusion

  3. Achievements 14.1 million Computer users 3.2 million Computer per household 3.09 million Total Broadband subscription 36.1% (2.3 million) Household Broadband subscription 4.33 million Fixed line users Data Q1 2010 Data 12 May 2010 Data Dis 2009 Data 31 Mac ‘10 16.2 million Internet users 3.34 million Household with Internet Access 1.32 million Mobile Broadband subscription Data Q1 2010 Data 12 May 2010 Data Q1 2010 1.77 million Fixed Broadband subscription 30.8 million Cellular subscription 4.5 million Use mobile internet access Data 12 May 2010 2010 95% Average Cellular coverage for populated areas Data Q1 2010 Data Dec 2009 7.4 million 3G cellular phone subscription Data Dec 2009

  4. Changes to Facilitate Convergence 1 Apr 99 1 Nov 98 1 Nov 01 Redefinition of the Ministry’s functions and formation of MCMC Ministry of Energy, Telecommunications & Post Ministry of Energy, Communications & Multimedia Malaysian Communications & Multimedia Commission Act 1998 came into force and MCMC formed Replacement of sectoral Acts by a convergence Act Telecommunications Act 1950 Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA) Broadcasting Act 1988 Postal Services Act 1991 Digital Signature Act 1997 Sectoral regulators replaced by a convergence regulator Telecommunications Dept of M’sia Ministry of Information (Licensing) Postal Department * * MCMC is currently under the Ministry of Information, Communications & Culture

  5. Dual role in the C&M sector Regulatory (Conformance) Developmental (Performance) Present Future In fulfilling its role, the Commission is guided by the 10 National Policy objectives for communications and multimedia

  6. 10 National Policy objectives for C&M Implement and enforce CMA Supervise and monitor C&M activities; promote and maintain the integrity of industry players Encourage industry self-regulation Promote industry development Promote cooperation and coordination amongst persons engaged in C&M activities External To advise the Minister on all matters concerning the national policy objectives for C&M activities To recommend reforms to the C&M laws To advise the Minister on current policy matters To carry out any function under any written law as may be prescribed by the Minister Internal Managing for Conformance Planning for Performance

  7. Converting our Vision into Action 10 National Policy Objectives for communications and multimedia Numbers and spectrum Transparent regulatory processes Consumer choice Access Consultations Improving service quality and choice of services Managing resources efficiently Upgrading network capabilities Regulating effectively Building capacity A globally competitive, efficient and increasingly self-regulating communications and multimedia industry generating growth to meet the economic and social needs of Malaysia

  8. The Commission’s responsibility Social equity and public interest obligations Development of the C&M sector Ensuring consumer benefits through competitive provisioning Promotion of skills development and research in the C&M sector Effective utilization of national assets 8

  9. The Powers and Functions of the Commission To advise the minister on national policy objectives To encourage and promote C&M industry development To implement and enforce communications and multimedia law To encourage and promote self regulation To regulate matters relating to C&M activities To promote and maintain integrity of licensees To consider and recommend reforms To render assistance to person engaged in C&M To supervise and monitor C&M activities To carry out any functions as the minister may prescribe * Section 16 of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission Act 1998 (Act 589)

  10. Codes & standards under CMA 98

  11. Voluntary Industry Codes (1) ‘‘Voluntary industry code means a voluntary industry code prepared under Chapter 9 of Part V of CMA 98’’ • MCMC may designate an industry forum as tech stds forum • A forum may prepare a VIC either: • on own initiative; or • request by the Commission • Not effective until registered • Sufficient public consultation

  12. Voluntary Industry Codes (2) • Commission may determine a VIC if: • No code is developed; & • It’s unlikely to be developedwithin a reasonable time • VIC formulated by the Commision shall be registered • Take effect upon registration

  13. Voluntary Industry Codes (3) • Compliance is not mandatory • However, • Compliance with a registered VIC shall be a defence against any prosecution, action or proceeding • The Commission may directa person or a class of persons to comply • Failure to comply shall be liable to pay a fine not exceeding RM 200K

  14. ‘Self regulating’ industry forums Malaysian Technical Standards Forum Berhad http://www.mtsfb.org.my Technical Codes Communications and Multimedia Consumer Forum of Malaysia http://www.cfm.org.my Consumer Codes Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia http://www.cmcf.my Content Codes Access Codes Malaysian Access Forum Berhad http://www.mafb.com.my

  15. Technical standards (1) • Tech stds are codes prepared by the designated technical stds forum • MCMC designated MTSFB as the tech stds forum on Oct. 2004 • Section 182 to 186 of CMA 98 defines subject matters for the tech stds

  16. Technical Standards (2) PROVISIONS IN CMA 98

  17. Technical Standards (3) • Network facilities • Network services • Application services • Requirements • for network • interoperability • Customer equipment & • cabling • Approval of CPEs & • access devices • Promotion of safety • Electromagnetic immunity • & compatibility • Adoption of international • standards

  18. Technical Standards (4) (by Multimedia College) The Commission may designate certifying agencies to certify compliance with technical codes or standards Amateur Radio Operators Cable Installers Communications Equipment Maritime Radio Operators

  19. Technical Standards (5) Initiation of Project • MTSFB or request by MCMC Draft Preparation • Formation of Working Group or existing Public Comment • At least 30 days in selected local newspapers& notification on website Submission to MCMC • MCMC shall register or refuse • Deemed to be refused if not registered within 60 days unless the forum receives written notification after that period Registration Publication (website)

  20. Mandatory Standards (1) • Commission may determine a mandatory standard if it’s satisfied that VIC has failed to promote industry conduct • Subject to a direction from the Minister • May conduct an inquiry prior to issuing determination Minister Directions Recommendations MCMC Mandatory Standards Determines 20

  21. Mandatory Standards (2) Recommendation to Minister Ministerial Direction Public Inquiry At least for 45 days Within 30 days of conclusion of public inquiry Publication of Report 90 days Within 45 days of conclusion of public inquiry Commission’s Determination

  22. Voluntary vs Mandatory

  23. Service provisioning must work hand in hand with the availability of technology and equipment Content & Applications provision Customer Standards & Technology Communications infrastructure capabilities Services CPE capabilities Economics of provisioning

  24. Overview of standardization system International Standardization (ISO/IEC/CIE) International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Malaysian Standards (Standards of Malaysia Act 1996) Technical Standards & Codes (Communications & Multimedia Act 1998) Ministry of Information, Communications & Culture Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation Recommends Participate in standards making Prepare Malaysian Standards Designates Standards/Codes Malaysian Standards Regulates Appoint as SWO Participate in standards making Appoints as SWO Participate in standards making Industry Associations/ Agencies Universities/ R&D Institutions Service Providers Manufacturers Interested Parties

  25. Conclusion • CMA 98 provides instrument for: • Voluntary Industry Codes (VIC) • Mandatory standards (MS) • MTSFB is designated to develop VICs • VIC is voluntary but a person may be subject to a direction to comply • MCMC may determine MS if VIC fails to promote industry conduct

  26. Thank You ! • Contact information • Mail : razif@cmc.gov.my • Phone : +60.3.8688.8268 • Malaysian Communications & Multimedia CommissionOff Persiaran Multimedia • 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor DarulEhsanMalaysiawww.skmm.gov.my

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