MaTEx (Malaysia Tourism Excellence Business Certification) continues to deliver positive impact in elevating the quality and service standards of Malaysia’s tourism sector, particularly within the adventure tourism segment which demands full compliance with safety protocols. In conjunction with Outdoor Expo 2025, the Director General of MPC officiated the presentation of MaTEx certificates to certified companies from February to July 2025, a significant recognition of their efforts in raising industry professionalism. During the Closing Ceremony, the Mayor of Petaling Jaya presented a special honour, the Innovation Award, to MaTEx ATO (Adventure Tourism Operators) in acknowledgement of its creative, safe, and sustainable outdoor tourism offerings. This shows that MPC and TPN remain steadfast in driving productive and responsible tourism in Malaysia. #SayangiMalaysia #ProductiveTourism #TPN #MPC #AIProduktiviti #MPCProductive #Drivingproductivityofthenation

Tarikh: 28 Julai 2025, Isnin Masa: 10 pagi Platform: Microsoft Teams Sesi ini bertujuan untuk meneroka peranan AKIE Group, sebuah francaisor yang komited dalam memperkasakan usahawan burger melalui pelaksanaan program keusahawanan di negeri Pahang. Syarikat ini menyokong 50 usahawan dari Pahang dan Putrajaya dengan membekalkan daging burger sejuk beku secara konsisten. Namun begitu, syarikat turut berdepan dengan cabaran utama termasuk isu logistik, kekurangan tenaga kerja, serta prestasi jualan yang tidak konsisten. Hasil daripada sesi perbincangan ini, RFBPN akan melaksanaan Program AI Produktiviti yang dirangka khusus untuk para usahawan di bawah naungan AKIE Group. Program ini bertujuan membantu usahawan memanfaatkan teknologi digital, terutamanya dalam aspek penghasilan kandungan promosi serta meningkatkan keberkesanan pelaporan prestasi perniagaan. Pendekatan ini bukan sahaja dijangka meningkatkan produktiviti dan kecekapan operasi, malah berpotensi memperkukuh daya saing usahawan burger dalam pasaran makanan yang semakin kompetitif dan dinamik.

Pelaksanaan kaedah ini dijangka dapat mengurangkan risiko kelewatan penyampaian notis, meningkatkan kadar bayaran kompaun dalam tempoh ditetapkan, serta menyokong amalan digitalisasi perbandaran ke arah perkhidmatan yang lebih efisien dan mesra rakyat. Langkah ini juga selari dengan usaha memperkukuh tadbir urus digital di peringkat Pihak Berkuasa Tempatan dalam menyokong matlamat Sarawak sebagai sebuah negeri pintar dan berdaya saing. #SarawakProduktif #RKB #DBKU

As a pilot, the productivity module will be introduced in Mechatronics and later expanded to other technical areas such as Electrical & Electronics, Air Conditioning, and Civil. As a way forward, a Train-the-Trainer session and a 1-day productivity workshop are also planned to ensure effective delivery. This initiative prepares future workers with the right mindset, skill sets, and competitive edge needed in high-performance industries. The upcoming Sarawak Skills Open Day (28 Oct – 1 Nov) will serve as a platform to promote this impactful initiative further. #SarawakProductive

Satu sesi simulasi telah berjaya dilaksanakan melibatkan pelaksanaan projek Ease of Doing Business (EODB) – Starting a Business Fasa 1 di Bahagian Sibu. Sesi ini melibatkan penggunaan sistem dan latihan lapangan yang berlangsung di kaunter Pihak Berkuasa Tempatan (PBT) yang terletak di UTC Sibu yang memberi peluang kepada peserta untuk memahami secara mendalam pengoperasian sistem serta isu-isu yang mungkin timbul dalam pelaksanaannya. #SarawakProduktif #MemacuProduktivitiNegara #EODB

The collaboration between TPN, MPC, UNDP Malaysia, MOTAC, Malaysia Tourist Guide Council (MTGC), and Politeknik Sultan Ibrahim Shah (PSIS) on expanding the Digital Storytelling Competition marks a strategic effort to empower local communities and students in creatively promoting Malaysia’s rich cultural and heritage assets. By harnessing digital tools and personal narratives, the programme enhances destination visibility, encourages sustainable tourism practices, and strengthens national identity. Furthermore, it contributes to increased tourism productivity by nurturing digital competencies, creating engaging visitor experiences, and fostering inclusive participation across the tourism value chain. #SayangiMalaysia #ProductiveTourism #TPN #MPC #AIProduktiviti #MPCProductive #Drivingproductivityofthenation

MEPN through Working Group 4 successfully conducted the first session of the Risk to Resilience Workshop Series. The full-day programme was curated in collaboration with the Machinery & Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF), targeting SMEs in the M&E sector. The workshop equipped participants with key strategies to strengthen business resilience, including risk and business continuity planning, access to sustainability-aligned financing, and the adoption of digital tools such as ERP, MES, and PLM. Participants will benefit from 6 weeks of post-workshop support, preferential access to the THINK: M+E Programme, and a suite of strategic tools such as the Risk & Resilience Canvas, industry playbooks, and decision-making guides. This marks a significant step in MEPN’s efforts to future-proof the M&E ecosystem through structured, sector-focused capacity building

MEPN conducted an AI-focused training session titled “Embrace AI, Stay Competitive” as part of the ongoing Productivity in Context (PiC) initiative. The session was attended by engineering and manufacturing industry players, including business owners, managers, and IT decision-makers. The training introduced practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in improving productivity, operational efficiency, and cost management. Topics included ERP implementation, process automation, and AI integration in business operations. This initiative supports MEPN’s mission to promote digital adoption and resilience in the M&E sector through structured capacity-building programmes.

Sunchirin Industries (Malaysia) Berhad is a leading manufacturer of automotive thermal systems, producing hoses, pipes, and insulation products for vehicle HVAC systems. As a high-volume, precision manufacturer serving major automotive OEMs, the company depends on strict quality control, efficient production, and full material traceability. During the Gemba visit at Sunchirin’s plant, the team conducted a comprehensive walkthrough of key production areas to assess digital maturity and operational challenges. Emphasis was placed on the current state of process data visibility, quality management, and equipment maintenance practices. The company showed interest in deploying AI for machine monitoring, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics to reduce downtime and enhance product quality. The evaluation identified key opportunities in leveraging existing data infrastructure and integrating AI solutions.

The session was chaired by YBhg. Datuk Hanafi Sakri, Deputy Secretary General (Industry), MITI, and attended by representatives from MPC, MATRADE, and MWZ Consortium Sdn Bhd. The primary objective was to obtain a comprehensive update from MWZ Consortium regarding their current involvement and planned activities for the IKN project. Ar Mustapha Kamal Zulkarnain, Head of Master Planning Division, provided a detailed briefing on the latest developments and status of the project. At present, MWZ has established a foreign-owned Indonesian entity, PT MWZ Nusantara Madani. Plus, Office of IKN (OIKN) has approved PT MWZ Nusantara Madani’s request for 1,000 hectares of land and has conducted an initial preview of the proposed site location within IKN in March 2025. In the mean time, the consortium had reached numbers of potential developers and financial institutions to be part of the journey due to its Investor-Ready Structures which provide complete feasibility studies, investment memorandums, ESG due diligence, and capital structuring for scalable and replicable outcomes. Moving forward, the consortium will expedite the land acquisition process, finalize strategic partnerships with developers and financial institutions, and prepare a detailed project timeline. Regular updates will be shared with MITI, MPC, and MATRADE, alongside conducting further site assessments with OIKN and initiating regulatory and ESG compliance processes.

Perbincangan bersama Zecon Berhad Inisiatif ini dijangka menyumbang secara langsung kepada ekosistem pelaburan hijau, transformasi perbandaran pintar dan pencapaian matlamat Sarawak sebagai hab ekonomi digital dan mampan menjelang 2030.dan Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) turut menyentuh keperluan penyelarasan pembangunan antara sektor awam dan swasta, khususnya dalam mengenal pasti lokasi sesuai untuk aktiviti pelaburan berimpak tinggi. #SarawakProduktif #KotaPetraGreenTechPark #TransformasiHijau #ProduktivitiNegara

JK Wire Harness Sdn Bhd, a tier-1 vendor in the automotive industry, manufactures wire harnesses that are essential for vehicle electrical and electronic systems. The company already has ERP and EMS systems in place, providing a strong foundation of operational and environmental data. Under the AI Transformation Programme, JK Wire will be adopting simple yet effective AI tools tailored to its needs. These tools will leverage existing data from the ERP and EMS systems to perform AI-driven data analytics—enabling smarter decision-making without the need for costly new infrastructure. Through this approach, the programme has the potential to help the company avoid up to RM3 million in investment that would otherwise be required for advanced analytics solutions. Moving forward, JK Wire will pilot AI solutions focused on quality improvement and productivity gains, while maximizing value from its existing ERP and EMS systems.

The third DPN Governing Committee Meeting for 2025 was held at SME Corp. Malaysia, chaired by YBhg. Dato’ Wei Chuan Beng, Champion of DPN. He shared key insights from China’s New Quality Productive Forces (NQPF) and stressed the importance of adopting similar high-productivity strategies to boost Malaysia’s capital efficiency and global competitiveness. Puan Hilyati Muhammad Nasir, Director at SME Corp., highlighted the agency’s role in accelerating digital and technology adoption among SMEs. She called for stronger ecosystem support and invited participation in SME Venture ASEAN 2025, a platform to scale productivity through innovation and market access. En. Shaifubahrim Saleh, Co-Champion of DPN, emphasised unlocking productivity through stronger industry-government synergy—via innovation learning, technology and business matching. En. Aiman Zakwan, Manager of DPN, updated on MPC’s AI Productivity Roadmap and AI Productivity Transformation Programme, which are helping businesses adopt AI for better operational efficiency. These initiatives directly contribute to Malaysia’s improvement in global competitiveness rankings. Pn. Azlina Ishak, Director of Marketing & Communications, WITSA, shared opportunities at the WITSA Global AI Summit 2025 in Taipei. She encouraged Malaysian companies to participate for global exposure, learning from AI leaders, and expanding market reach. Industry players are urged to partner, collaborate, and synergise with government initiatives to drive national productivity. By working together across sectors, Malaysia can accelerate its digital transformation and position itself as a regional leader in productivity and innovation.

Sesi semakan ini bertujuan meneliti semula proses kajian Bioequivalence (BE) yang dilaksanakan oleh Bahagian Regulatori Farmasi Negara (NPRA) khusus untuk produk generik, termasuk generik pertama di Malaysia. Hasil semakan ini telah mengenal pasti beberapa ruang penambahbaikan dalam aspek kecekapan pemprosesan permohonan serta pematuhan terhadap keperluan regulatori semasa, yang akan dijadikan asas kepada cadangan pelaksanaan penambahbaikan proses BE.

The meeting between Tourism Productivity Nexus (TPN), the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Performing Arts Sarawak (MTCP) and UNDP Malaysia concluded with a shared commitment to co-develop a Sustainable Tourism Framework that reflects Sarawak’s distinct identity. Both parties agreed to focus on five main elements—culture, heritage, environment, community, and knowledge—ensuring that tourism development is both sustainable and authentic to Sarawak’s roots. This collaboration paves the way for a holistic framework that not only safeguards Sarawak’s natural and cultural assets but also empowers local communities through inclusive participation and knowledge-sharing. The integrated approach is expected to drive long-term productivity in the tourism sector while reinforcing Sarawak’s position as a model for sustainable, community-driven tourism in Malaysia. #SayangiMalaysia #ProductiveTourism #TPN #MPC #AIProduktiviti #MPCProductive #Drivingproductivityofthenation

The session together with ZICO, Shan Poornam & EEPN, MPC focused on identifying practical solutions for regulated import of recyclable materials to support the E&E industry. Discussions addressed traceability systems, regulatory concerns, and how to ensure safe and compliant operations. This initiative supports MPC’s goal to improve industry productivity by enabling a sustainable circular supply chain and positioning Malaysia as a competitive player in high-value electronics manufacturing.

Outcome utama daripada projek ini adalah untuk memudahkan urusan pendaftaran perniagaan yang akan membantu mengembangkan ekonomi tempatan melalui penyertaan lebih ramai usahawan terutamanya daripada kalangan PKS. Secara keseluruhannya, projek ini dijangka meningkatkan kecekapan kerajaan, mewujudkan lebih banyak peluang pekerjaan, dan menyumbang kepada pertumbuhan ekonomi negeri Sarawak. #SKOProduktif #MemacuProduktivitiNegara #EODB

Tarikh: 22 Julai 2025, Selasa Masa: 10.00 pagi Platform: Microsoft Teams Perbincangan strategik antara RFBPN dan Bumiputera Retailers Organization (BRO) diadakan bagi meneroka kerjasama dalam memperkasakan usahawan peruncitan dan F&B Bumiputera melalui penerapan teknologi digital, khususnya Kecerdasan Buatan (AI). Fokus utama adalah memanfaatkan AI sebagai pemacu transformasi perniagaan yang mampan dan berdaya saing. Beberapa cabaran utama yang dikenal pasti termasuk kekangan dalam adaptasi teknologi digital, persaingan dalam pasaran atas talian, serta kesukaran usahawan mempromosikan produk dan berinteraksi secara efektif dengan pelanggan melalui platform digital. Sebagai langkah susulan, RFBPN akan melaksanakan program Retail Artificial Intelligence Smart Evolution (RAISE) yang dirangka khusus untuk membantu usahawan meningkatkan kecekapan operasi dan strategi pemasaran digital. Program ini merangkumi pendedahan, latihan, dan bimbingan praktikal, serta pemantauan keberkesanan pelaksanaannya dalam perniagaan peserta.

A coordination meeting was held to prepare for the SME AI Fest 2025, scheduled for 6 August 2025 at MPC. The session focused on coordinating key aspects of the event, including program flow, guest experience, venue arrangements, and overall logistics. As part of the planning, specific responsibilities were noted to be further refined in the upcoming site visit. The team also agreed to maintain close coordination through internal communication channels to finalise outstanding matters and resolve any logistical challenges prior to the event day. The outcome of the meeting was clearer alignment among team members on key event tasks, enhanced coordination, and a renewed commitment to deliver a professional and high-quality event that supports SME development through digital and AI adoption.

AeroPN and MEPN held a strategic workshop with Pentamaster Corporation Berhad to explore the company’s future market focus and high-value product development. The session aimed to align strategic goals and promote collaboration with key stakeholders including MPC, MITI NSS Secretariat, MAIA, and MEIF, paving the way for enhanced productivity and innovation. Pentamaster also shared its interest in expanding its local supply chain, particularly in developing injection plastic mould manufacturers. This initiative not only supports product development but also promotes productivity by strengthening supplier capabilities, reducing lead times, and encouraging adoption of modern manufacturing practices across the ecosystem.

AeroPN and MEPN held a workshop with Greatech Technology Berhad to align its future market priorities and high-value product development with national strategies. The session brought together key stakeholders including MPC, MITI NSS Secretariat, MAIA, and MEIF to explore collaboration opportunities that drive innovation, productivity, and operational excellence. Greatech expressed plans to strengthen its local supply chain by developing more companies in steel structure, fabrication, and precision machining. This initiative aims to boost productivity by improving supply responsiveness, enhancing quality control, and reducing production costs ultimately driving greater business efficiency and competitiveness in the advanced manufacturing sector.

Sesi bimbingan bersama Majlis Perbandaran Kota Bharu Bandar Raya Islam (MPKB-BRI) kali ini memberi fokus kepada analisis terhadap prestasi semasa dan juga ‘deep dive’ isu/permasalahan bagi projek mempercepat proses pengeluaran lesen perniagaan. Berdasarkan pemetaan proses, beberapa ‘pain points’ serta punca berlaku isu/permasalahan telah dikenalpasti. Terdapat ruang-ruang penambahbaikan yang harus diberi perhatian bagi mengurangkan birokrasi seterusnya meningkatkan kecekapan proses pengeluaran lesen perniagaan di MPKB-BRI. Sebagai outcome, beberapa cadangan awal langkah penambahbaikan/penyelesaian masalah telah dibincangkan namun perlu diteliti lebih lanjut. Reformasi Kerenah Birokrasi (RKB) ialah usaha meningkatkan kecekapan, ketelusan, dan keberkesanan pentadbiran melalui semakan semula peraturan, bagi meningkatkan mutu perkhidmatan awam ke arah melonjakkan produktiviti dan kesejahteraan rakyat.

AI Productivity Proof-of-Concept (POC) : AI Dashboard Development Session, held on 21–22 July 2025 brought together nine selected automotive companies to explore the use of artificial intelligence in boosting productivity. Organised by the Automotive Productivity Nexus (AutoPN), the two-day workshop focused on the practical applications of AI in enhancing productivity, with a strong emphasis on data analytics for prudent decision-making. Key topics covered included manufacturing data utilisation, AI-powered productivity tracking, the use of ChatGPT and Google digital tools, as well as dashboard development using Looker Studio. Participants actively collaborated on mini projects and presented AI-driven solutions tailored to the specific needs and challenges of their respective operations. A special Commitment Ceremony was held on first day to recognise the involvement of these nine companies, with plaque presentations by YBhg. Datuk Zahid Ismail, Director General of MPC. The event was also attended representatives from Perodua and AutoPN’s NGC member. This session marks a significant step in integrating AI tools into manufacturing environments — a critical move towards enhancing sectoral productivity.

Program Peningkatan Kecekapan Syarikat Melalui Inisiatif AI Productivity in Context - AI for Service Innovation telah berjaya meningkatkan kecekapan dan daya saing syarikat dengan penggunaan AI tools seperti Claude, Replit, Perplexity dan NotebookLM. Program ini menyasarkan penyelesaian terhadap pelbagai isu operasi termasuk proses dokumentasi yang perlahan, penghantaran maklumat yang lambat kepada pelanggan, dan kebergantungan kepada kerja manual yang tinggi. Penerapan teknologi AI dalam operasi ini membolehkan syarikat mengoptimumkan proses harian dan membuat keputusan yang lebih pantas serta tepat. Antara kejayaan program ini termasuk pembangunan dashboard masa nyata untuk memantau kerja penyelenggaraan, yang mempercepatkan penghantaran maklumat dan mengurangkan kesilapan manual, dengan anggaran penjimatan kos operasi mencecah RM60,000 setahun. Satu lagi projek melibatkan sistem pemantauan dokumentasi QC secara masa nyata dengan amaran automatik dan penjejakan prestasi yang menjimatkan lebih RM140,000 setahun. Selain itu, automasi pendapatan maklumat daripada lukisan dan dokumen berjaya mempercepatkan proses pencarian informasi teknikal, mengurangkan kebergantungan kepada tenaga pakar, serta mempertingkat kecekapan dokumentasi dan proposal — menjimatkan sehingga RM75,000 setahun melalui penjimatan masa dan peningkatan produktiviti.

Sesi perbincangan yang bersifat konstruktif telah diadakan bersama Pharmaceutical Association of Malaysia (PhAMA) bagi mengenal pasti peluang penambahbaikan dalam meningkatkan kecekapan proses pendaftaran produk farmaseutikal bagi kategori produk inovatif seperti Biologik dan New Chemical Entity (NCE). Perbincangan ini diperkukuh dengan analisis perbandingan tempoh dan proses pendaftaran antara Malaysia dan negara jiran seperti Singapura, Indonesia dan Thailand, yang memberikan gambaran jelas mengenai potensi penambahbaikan terhadap prosedur sedia ada. Antara aspek yang diberi penekanan termasuklah penerapan digitalisasi, penyediaan senarai semak yang lebih terperinci, serta pelaksanaan penilaian yang lebih telus oleh pihak NPRA. Penekanan ini bertujuan melengkapi sistem regulatori sedia ada melalui penambahbaikan dari segi kejelasan dan kecekapan, di samping menggalakkan inovasi serta mempercepatkan akses kepada produk farmaseutikal penting. Dialog berterusan antara pihak berkepentingan merupakan elemen utama dalam memastikan ekosistem pendaftaran kekal responsif dan berpandangan ke hadapan. Kehadiran Wakil Industri: 1) Pharmaceutical Association of Malaysia (PhAMA) 2) Novartis Pharmaceuticals 3) AstraZeneca Sdn. Bhd. 4) Pfizer (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. 5) Zuellig Pharma Sdn. Bhd. 6) Perbadanan Produktiviti Malaysia (MPC)

Bengkel ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis cadangan penambahbaikan proses kerja dan memperkukuh penyediaan laporan projek oleh Kementerian, Jabatan dan Agensi Negeri Sabah yang terlibat dalam inisiatif RKB. Antara peserta yang hadir terdiri daripada Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam Negeri (JPAN) Sabah, Unit Perancang Ekonomi Negeri (UPEN) Sabah, Dewan Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu (DBKK), Kementerian Kerajaan Tempatan dan Perumahan Sabah (KKTP), Majlis Perbandaran Penampang (MPP), dan Kementerian Pembangunan Luar Bandar (KPLB) Sabah. Sepanjang bengkel, peserta telah mengikuti sesi perkongsian, bimbingan teknikal, dan perbincangan kumpulan yang memberi tumpuan kepada penyediaan laporan projek dan pembentangan dapatan daripada kumpulan masing-masing. Antara pengisian utama termasuklah pengenalan kepada template pelaporan RKB yang seragam, penyusunan draf laporan mengikut fasa pelaksanaan, dan pembentangan 7 projek RKB terlibat. Menariknya, bengkel ini turut mengetengahkan elemen transformasi digital menerusi pendedahan kepada penggunaan teknologi Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) sebagai alat bantu dalam penghasilan laporan yang merangkumi analisis data, penyusunan naratif dan simulasi cadangan penambahbaikan. Teknologi AI dikenal pasti mampu mempercepatkan proses penyediaan laporan dan meningkatkan tahap ketepatan serta kualiti penyampaian maklumat. Secara keseluruhannya, bengkel ini telah berjaya meningkatkan kefahaman, kompetensi dan kesediaan peserta dalam menghasilkan laporan yang lebih komprehensif, sistematik dan selaras dengan objektif reformasi penyampaian perkhidmatan awam. Diharapkan perbincangan dan cadangan yang dikemukakan dapat diinstitusikan secara mampan oleh agensi masing-masing, sekaligus menyumbang kepada penambahbaikan berterusan sistem pentadbiran kerajaan Negeri Sabah yang lebih produktif, efisien, telus dan responsif. Sila tonton sorotan video dan gambar semasa bengkel ini melalui Akaun Tiktok MPC SBO . #SabahProduktifSabahMajujaya

Bengkel ini telah dimulakan dengan Ucapan Alu-aluan oleh Pengarah Perbadanan Produktiviti Malaysia (MPC) Wilayah Sabah. Seramai 65 orang peserta telah menghadiri program ini, terdiri daripada pelbagai Kementerian/ Jabatan/ Agensi Persekutuan dan Negeri serta wakil industri. Objektif utama bengkel ini adalah untuk memperkasakan perancang dasar dan pegawai pelaksana di Sabah dalam membangunkan draf projek RKB berimpak tinggi menggunakan pendekatan Generative AI . Sepanjang bengkel, peserta telah diperkenalkan kepada asas penggunaan Generative AI termasuk teknik prompt yang berkesan, serta aplikasi praktikal seperti penulisan surat rasmi, laporan, ucapan, dan slaid pembentangan. Peserta turut didedahkan kepada kaedah penggunaan teknologi Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) dalam pelbagai tugasan pentadbiran termasuk penyediaan minit mesyuarat, analisis data secara ringkas, serta penilaian dokumen seperti garis panduan dan Prosedur Operasi Standard (SOP). Pada akhir bengkel, peserta telah mengaplikasikan AI bagi menjana idea projek inovasi yang relevan dengan RKB berdasarkan cabaran sebenar di jabatan masing-masing dan membangunkan cadangan penambahbaikan yang memfokuskan kepada peningkatan produktiviti jabatan. Sila tonton sorotan video dan gambar semasa bengkel ini melalui Akaun Tiktok MPC SBO . #SabahProduktifSabahMajujaya

Sesi perbincangan ini dipengerusikan oleh YBrs. En. Mohammad Zaid Yusof, Ketua Penolong Setiausaha, Pejabat Hal Ehwal Dalam Negeri dan Penyelidikan (PHEDNP), Jabatan Ketua Menteri (JKM) Sabah Sesi ini bertujuan untuk membincangkan dapatan dan cadangan penambahbaikan daripada bengkel terdahulu serta membuat persiapan rapi bagi pelaksanaan Bengkel Pemurnian Draf Garis Panduan dan Prosedur Permohonan PKE, PKM dan PLIK yang dijadualkan berlangsung pada Julai 2025. Antara perkara yang dibincangkan termasuk semakan dan pengemaskinian dokumen garis panduan, atur cara bengkel, tugasan ahli jawatankuasa, dan keperluan logistik lain. Sesi ini merupakan platform penting dalam usaha menyelaras dan menambah baik sistem permohonan pas kerja di Sabah secara lebih cekap, telus dan berkesan. #SabahProduktifSabahMajuJaya

Chemical Productivity Nexus (CPN) convened a focused discussion session on the UNECE-ADR Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA) programme, aimed at reviewing its implementation progress and assessing the impact of the certification program. The session also explored strategic actions to scale the initiative at the national level. Discussions emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration among regulatory authorities, industry stakeholders, and training provider to drive consistent adoption of UNECE-ADR standards across Malaysia’s chemical sectors. To date, 26 professionals from the chemical industry and relevant regulatory bodies have successfully attained DGSA certification through this internationally recognized program. In recognition of this achievement, an official certification ceremony is scheduled for August, which will serve to honor their accomplishments and reinforce Malaysia’s commitment to building a competent, safety-driven workforce. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the national agenda to upskill and professionalize key players involved in the transport and handling of dangerous goods.

The meeting commenced with opening remarks delivered by Dr. Mazrina Mohamed Ibramsah, Deputy Director General of the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC), setting the stage for the session. This was followed by a welcoming address from Dato' Ir. Abdul Rashid Musa, the AutoPN Nexus Champion, who emphasized the importance of continued collaboration to enhance productivity within the automotive sector. A key presentation was then delivered by industry representatives, focusing on efforts to support and strengthen the local automotive ecosystem. This was followed by updates from MPC’s AutoPN team, which highlighted progress under the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Transformation Programme and the Good Regulatory Practices (GRP) Programme, both of which are central to driving innovation and regulatory efficiency within the sector. The meeting concluded with closing remarks by En. Bakri Alias, AutoPN Co-Chair, who summarised the key takeaways and reiterated the commitment to strategic initiatives that will propel the sector forward in alignment with national productivity aspirations.

Tarikh: 18 Julai 2025, Jumaat Masa: 3.00 petang Platform: Microsoft Teams Perbincangan ini diadakan susulan inisiatif kerjasama strategik antara Perbadanan Produktiviti Malaysia (MPC) melalui Retail and F&B Productivity Nexus (RFBPN) dan Persatuan Industri Kecil dan Sederhana Wanita Bumiputera Sabah (IKSnita) bagi menyokong penganjuran First ASEAN Women Best Practices Conference yang menghimpunkan wakil wanita dari negara-negara ASEAN serta delegasi kehormat pelbagai institusi dan agensi kerajaan. Fokus utama adalah penglibatan MPC dalam sesi pembentangan khas bertemakan penerapan teknologi digital seperti kecerdasan buatan (AI) dalam usaha memperkasa keusahawanan wanita. Inisiatif ini sejajar dengan peranan RFBPN sebagai pemacu produktiviti dalam subsektor peruncitan serta makanan dan minuman melalui inovasi dan transformasi digital. Hasil perbincangan, MPC telah menyatakan komitmen untuk terlibat dalam persidangan ini menerusi pengisian sesi pembentangan yang memfokuskan kepada teknologi digital sebagai pemacu utama pembangunan keusahawanan wanita. Selain itu, MPC juga akan menyertai pameran dengan membuka booth bagi mempersembahkan demonstrasi penggunaan AI dalam meningkatkan kecekapan operasi perniagaan.

Sesi ini telah diadakan di Pejabat Setiausaha Kerajaan (SUK) Negeri Perak dengan dipengerusikan oleh YBhg. Dato’ Nor Sham binti Rahman, Timbalan Setiausaha Kerajaan (Pengurusan) selaku Ketua Pegawai Reformasi (CRO) Negeri Perak. Sesi ini bertujuan untuk menyemak status pelaksanaan empat belas (14) projek RKB melalui pembentangan dari setiap ketua kumpulan projek dan mendapatkan pandangan dan maklum balas daripada pihak CRO. Output: Sebanyak 8 projek dikenalpasti sebagai projek siap. Bagi keseluruhan projek RKB Perak, sebanyak 21 projek telah didaftarkan. Sehingga kini, sejumlah lima belas (15) projek RKB Perak telah berjaya disiapkan.YBhg. Dato’ turut menekankan keperluan untuk memantapkan pelaporan pelaksanaan bagi semua projek RKB, agar penyampaian laporan lebih jelas dan berkesan. Sebagai tindakan susulan, Bengkel Bimbingan #3 akan diadakan pada 11 hingga 13 Ogos 2025 bagi menyiapkan keseluruhan projek RKB Perak. #ReformasiKerenahBirokrasi #MemacuProduktivitiNegara

AeroPN Secretariat conducted a briefing session with Airod Aerospace Technology to introduce MPC key initiatives: Productivity in Context (PiC) and AI Transformation Program. The session highlighted how these initiatives aim to drive productivity improvements across administrative and production functions by leveraging modern AI tools. Following the session, Airod expressed strong interest to collaborate with MPC in executing a 3-day tailored productivity enhancement program focused on AI transformation. The initiative will include the implementation of AI-driven solutions, employee engagement, and productivity impact measurements.

MEPN conducted an online briefing with Markaids (M) Sdn. Bhd. as part of the ongoing Project Pintar initiatives. The session served to introduce the objectives and framework of Project Pintar, while engaging the company in discussions on potential productivity improvement strategies tailored to their operations. This engagement reflects MEPN’s commitment to fostering collaboration with industry players in driving productivity growth and operational excellence within the machinery and equipment (M&E) ecosystem.

This year, PSIEA 2025 has attracted the participation of 36 companies across Sarawak, representing diverse sectors including manufacturing, services, logistics, agriculture, and food & beverage. This reflects the growing commitment of Sarawak’s industries to pursue excellence, sustainability, and innovation in their operations. The session brought together expert assessors from various background to evaluate companies based on the Malaysia Business Excellence Framework (MBEF), ensuring a structured and objective assessment process. During this session, assessors provided comprehensive feedback on each company’s strengths and areas for improvement. Ultimately, the assessment outcomes aim to elevate Sarawak’s industries to higher standards of excellence, fostering competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability. #SarawakProductive #DrivingProductivityoftheNation #PSIEA2025

MPC participated in the Awareness Program for SMEs in Sarawak, which was organized with the objective of promoting investment and disseminating current information through the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and other agencies under the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI). A collaborative effort among MITI agencies has successfully created an effective outreach and engagement session, contributing to improved work efficiency within the industry. During the event, MPC promoted the Akademi Dalam Industri (ADI) and the AI for Productivity Transformation Program to all visitors. There was encouraging interest from industry players in Sibu to participate in productivity improvement programs introduced under these initiatives. Moving forward, MPC will continue engagement with interested SME companies to further discuss participation in the ADI program and explore opportunities for technology adoption initiatives that support productivity growth. #SarawakProductive

The programme aims to boost productivity by helping businesses implement targeted, data-driven improvements through the use of artificial intelligence. MPC guides businesses and empowers them to make faster, smarter decisions that reduce waste, optimise operations, and achieve measurable productivity gains. During the session, participating companies explore AI-driven solutions, demonstrating early gains in efficiency, cost reduction, and process automation. This programme aspires to achieve Malaysia’s goal to be among the world’s top 12 most competitive nations by 2033. #MPC #AIProduktiviti #MPCProductive #Drivingproductivityofthenation

AeroPN Secretariat conducted a briefing session with Senior Aerospace UPECA to introduce MPC key initiatives: Productivity in Context (PiC) and AI Transformation Program. The session highlighted how these initiatives aim to drive productivity improvements across administrative and production functions by leveraging modern AI tools. The engagement served as a platform to explore how the company can implement tailored productivity enhancement projects aligned with their operational needs to increase efficiency and output. The company agreed to participate in the program that will be held on 25th July 2025 at MPC KL.

MEPN held a progress alignment meeting for Project Pintar to review developments and strengthen collaboration among stakeholders. The session aimed to realign priorities and outline the next steps for more cohesive and effective actions in advancing productivity within the machinery and equipment (M&E) industry. Discussions centred on assessing current achievements, addressing challenges, and identifying strategic measures to accelerate the project’s implementation. This meeting reaffirmed MEPN’s commitment to driving targeted interventions that support the growth and competitiveness of M&E companies under Project Pintar.

The A.I. for Productivity Transformation Programme is tailored to empower the tourism sector by equipping stakeholders with the tools, knowledge, and strategic mindset necessary to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their daily operations. Participants were guided through Canva’s AI-powered tools including image generation, document drafting, code creation, and video development—all integrated within the Canva Visual Suite. The exposure to AI design tools like Canva AI fostered immediate capability building in areas such as marketing collateral creation, internal communication enhancement, and customer engagement through visuals. The program successfully bridges AI theory with real-world business application, enabling enterprises to lead digital transformation through informed leadership and efficient operations. #SayangiMalaysia #ProductiveTourism #TPN #MPC #AIProduktiviti #MPCProductive #Drivingproductivityofthenation

Bengkel ini dianjurkan oleh pihak Unit Transfomasi dan Inovasi Sarawak, yang turut melibatkan pihak PBT dan Perbendaharaan Sarawak bagi memperhalusi dan memuktamadkan Garis Panduan Memulakan Perniagaan di Sarawak yang akan digunapakai sepanjang fasa uji kaji berlangsung. Sebagai susulan, satu sidang media untuk memaklumkan pelaksanaan uji kaji memulakan perniagaan akan diadakan pada 21 Julai 2025 di Sibu, Sarawak, bagi memastikan semua pemegang taruh dan komuniti perniagaan mendapat maklumat terkini sebelum pelaksanaan rasmi pada 1 Ogos 2025. #SarawakProduktif #MemacuProduktivitiNegara #EODB

Dari segi komunikasi serta promosi pelaksanaan fasa uji kaji, beliau mencadangkan sesi sidang media diadakan pada 22 Julai 2025, bersempena Hari Sarawak, sebagai satu simbolik menunjukkan Sarawak komited memastikan transformasi signifikan yang akan menyumbang kepada pembangunan negara. Beliau juga komited untuk memastikan pihak MOF dalam memberi maklumbalas bagi memastikan pelaksanaan fasa uji kaji dapat dilaksanakan dengan lancar. #SarawakProduktif #MemacuProduktivitiNegara #EODB

Dua projek utama yang akan dilaksanakan ialah pelaksanaan sistem permohonan atas talian yang lebih mudah, cepat dan telus bagi permohonan Lesen Kenderaan Barangan ke Brunei, serta pemansuhan keperluan surat sokongan antara Sarawak dan Brunei yang dapat mengurangkan kerenah birokrasi serta memudahkan urusan rentas sempadan. Jangkaan hasil daripada inisiatif ini termasuklah pengurangan kos, masa dan tenaga kerja bagi pemain industri logistik di Sarawak, selain mempercepatkan urusan kelulusan dan meningkatkan kecekapan operasi rentas sempadan. Inisiatif ini juga dijangka memperkukuh daya saing sektor logistik dan menyumbang kepada integrasi ekonomi serantau yang lebih mantap. #SarawakProduktif #RKB #LPKPSarawak #ProduktivitiNegara

Bengkel Pembangunan Kapasiti AI bersama pemain industri ini melibatkan penyertaan daripada 20 syarikat dari negeri Perak. Bengkel ini bertujuan untuk pembangunan kapasiti pemain industri dengan pengetahuan dan kemahiran berkaitan teknologi Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) serta menggalakkan penerimagunaan teknologi ini sebagai kaedah bagi meningkatkan kecekapan dan produktiviti proses kerja di organisasi. Peserta telah diberi pembelajaran kepada topik-topik utama berikut: ✅ Aplikasi praktikal AI dalam operasi perniagaan ✅ Strategi pengintegrasian AI untuk penambahbaikan proses kerja ✅ Alat dan rangka kerja bagi membuat keputusan dalam organisasi melalui penggunaan AI #AIProduktiviti #MemacuProduktivitiNegara

Satu sesi semakan bersama industri farmaseutikal pengimport telah diadakan bagi meneliti secara menyeluruh proses pendaftaran produk farmaseutikal di Malaysia. Dalam sesi ini, Mylan Healthcare telah membangkitkan beberapa isu yang menyumbang kepada kelewatan tempoh kelulusan, antaranya had saiz muat naik dokumen dalam sistem yang terlalu kecil. Keadaan ini memaksa pemohon memuat naik dokumen secara berperingkat, mengambil masa melebihi lima hari bekerja dan berisiko menghasilkan dokumen duplikasi. Selain itu, pertukaran pegawai penilai mengikut bidang kepakaran turut menyebabkan ketidakselarasan dalam penilaian, berbeza dengan pendekatan di Singapura yang mengekalkan pegawai penilai sama sepanjang proses. Isu-isu yang dikenal pasti ini akan dijadikan asas kepada penambahbaikan sistem, khususnya dari aspek teknikal, konsistensi penilaian dan pengurusan dokumen. Dapatan ini dijangka menyumbang kepada reformasi sistem pendaftaran ke arah yang lebih cekap, telus dan kompetitif, sejajar dengan aspirasi memperkukuh daya saing industri farmaseutikal negara.

Sesi produktif bersama National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) telah diadakan bagi meneliti keseluruhan proses permohonan dan kelulusan Pensijilan Amalan Perkilangan Baik (GMP), yang merupakan antara keperluan awal yang wajib dipatuhi oleh pihak industri sebelum sesuatu produk boleh diluluskan untuk pasaran. Fokus utama sesi ini adalah untuk mengenal pasti tempoh masa yang terlibat bermula dari permohonan GMP melalui sistem QUEST3+, penilaian dokumentasi, pelaksanaan audit ke atas fasiliti pengilangan, sehinggalah proses kelulusan akhir diberikan. Hasil perbincangan mendapati bahawa proses permohonan dan penilaian GMP yang dilaksanakan secara fizikal dan manual mengambil masa yang agak panjang sehingga 12 bulan bagi produk import dan sekitar 6 bulan bagi produk tempatan. Perbincangan turut meneliti aspek-aspek yang boleh ditambah baik dalam usaha mempertingkat kecekapan penyampaian fungsi kawal selia oleh pihak NPRA, selari dengan aspirasi untuk mempercepat akses produk ke pasaran tanpa menjejaskan keselamatan dan kualiti.

This session aimed to explore in greater detail how Generative AI can transform and boost productivity across the construction sector. During the session, participants gained valuable insights into AI-powered digital transformation. They witnessed practical demonstrations of no-code application building with tools like AppSheet and Google’s Gemini, and also gained direct experience by engaging with AI solutions in interactive hands-on segments. #AIProduktiviti #MPC #DrivingProductivityofthenation

Construction & Built Environment Productivity Nexus (COBEPN) held its 2nd NGC meeting hosted by CIDB IBS Sdn Bhd. The productive session serves as a strategic driver to address and resolve pressing productivity challenges facing Malaysia’s construction and built environment industry. Datuk Seri Dr Michael Yam KC and Dr Mazrina Mohamed Ibramsah set the tone that reaffirmed COBEPN’s vision and underscored the urgent need for innovation across the industry. Key highlights included a presentation by CIDB on the National BIM e-Submission (NBeS), which emphasized its potential to streamline regulatory processes and drive digital adoption from 21 days to only 2 hours. This was followed by insights into the Localities Performance Assessment, which unpacked the complexities of construction permits at the local level and introduced reform strategies proposed by the Technical Working Group on Business Location. At the end of the meeting, committee members explore the IBS Component Gallery, offering a firsthand view of industrialised building technologies in practice. Ultimately, the meeting resulted in actionable insights and laid out clear strategies to move forward.

The meeting focused on driving tangible outcomes for Malaysia’s E&E sector. It reinforced plans to localise the E&E value chain beyond semiconductor front-end processes, reduce reliance on imports, and empower 50 local tech firms to deliver AI solutions for 500 enterprises, strengthening Malaysia’s competitive edge. The meeting also set clear directions to support SME digitalisation, advanced packaging participation, and IPO readiness, while boosting ESG adoption through upcoming workshops. These outcomes align with EEPN’s mission to build a robust, innovative, and sustainable E&E ecosystem that secures Malaysia’s role in the global industry.