PERC-MNCC VISIT NO. 1 of 2010 – PROFESSIONAL VISIT TO DELL MALAYSIA

PERC-MNCC organised a professional visit to Dell Malaysia situated in Bukit Minyak, Seberang Perai on 25th March 2010. The visit was a huge success with 60 participants from various organisations. Dell is reputed to be the world's leading computer systems company, with annual global revenues of US$52.8 billion. The company is also a premier provider of products and services required for customers to build their information-technology and internet infrastructures. The company is a leading supplier of servers and computer products to business customers, government agencies, educational institutions and consumers. The PC maker has a manufacturing facility in Bukit Minyak where more than 1,500 people are employed. Dell also operates a call centre at the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, where over 1,000 people work. The history of Dell's manufacturing presence in Penang dates back to 1996. The Bukit Minyak facility is engaged in producing desktop and laptop computers, along with PC systems. Participants were also taken to the factory where the installation of desktops and laptops were carried out. Participants hand a first hand view of the whole physical set up and operations of the various units within the factory. Participants found the visit very interesting, educational and useful. PERC is very appreciative of the warm hospitality accorded including snacks at the Dell Cafetaria.