Our People

Michael Sim

General Manager


Research and Standardization Group (RSG)

Michael leads the Research and Standardization Group, overseeing multiple teams at the forefront of innovation in audio-video coding, wireless communication, and international standards development. His leadership drives strategic research efforts and active participation in shaping global standards across key areas such as next generation video coding beyond H.267, Wi-Fi 8, 5G-Advanced, 6G, circular economy, and AI governance.

With deep expertise in wireless technology development, and the standardization of essential communication standards such as WiGig, Wi-Fi, and 5G, Michael plays a pivotal role in aligning the group’s research with evolving international standards along with the use of artificial intelligence, ensuring both technical excellence and global relevance.

Michael majored in Computer Engineering from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore and began his career with Panasonic R&D Center Singapore in 2000. Over the years, he has contributed to the development of WPAN/WLAN wireless protocol stacks, microcode for 60GHz millimeter-wave chipsets, and simulation systems for IoT and 5G technologies. He has been an active member and contributor to Standards Developing Organizations (SDOs) such as IEEE 802 working group, helping to shape the direction of global wireless standards. Michael’s research has led to the filing of over 50 patents in the wireless domain, and he remains deeply engaged in day-to-day innovation, working closely with his team to explore and develop new ideas.