Why IT solutions providers lack appeal despite good prospects

EVER wonder why some companies with seemingly good prospects do not attract as much investor interest as others? That’s the case for most information technology (IT) solutions providers.

There has been much emphasis on information and communications technology (ICT) as a key enabler for industries to move up the value chain and for the economy to enhance growth and competitiveness. But the irony is, in Malaysia, IT solutions providers do not always seem to find favour with as many investors as would justify their potential.