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Objective

The objective of this initiative is to conduct studies and assess the digital readiness of Sarawak for Digital Economy

Description

Comprehensive studies and reports on digital readiness including digital infrastructure human capital, research & innovation, ease of doing business, investment, cyber security, technology adoption, start-up ecosystem and inclusivity

Intended outcomes

Digital readiness index for Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide online Learning Management System (LMS) for training and courses with tracking and monitoring approach
• To effectively deliver Sarawak digital economy skills and talent development programs to end-users
• To empower & provide local agencies and training providers with platform in providing training to the end users

Description

Development of e-Learning module leveraging on high tech equipment including AR/VR to deliver contents and to promote and support potential use cases such as telemedicine, mining etc. The initiative also aims to enable blended learning and training, certification and mentoring for public and industry/private sectors that covers all economic sectors, digital skills and technologies

Intended outcomes

• 30% increase in number of digital talents with skills required in digital economy in Sarawak
• Enhanced core competencies of workers in digital economy industry

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish demand-based private-led digital innovation cluster
• To provide a platform and access to the universities entrepreneurs to accelerate product development and commercialisation

Description

The initiative focuses on establishing innovation ecosystem and access to government data to spur research, innovation and commercialisation. The initiative will also focus on adequate supply of competent talent as an enabler to grow start-ups

Intended outcomes

• Contribution to Sarawak’s GDP
• 30 start-ups per year
• Increased number of R&D talents
• New high-tech jobs

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To create a platform for knowledge sharing & collaboration between researchers and industry players in digital economy
• To gain insight on best practices and implementation experience from other countries
• To close the digital transformation gap between government, university and industry
• To run International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak (IDECS) annually in collaboration with national and global digital economy partners

Description

This initiative is to strengthen knowledge sharing, networking and collaboration through conferences, workshops and exhibitions in partnership with governments, universities and industries. This will also attract core international players and speakers to share their thoughts and achievements

Intended outcomes

• Increased collaboration with government, universities & industry
• Increased adoption of technology
• Increase in skilled workforce and knowledge transfer to drive the digital economy
• Knowledge sharing and networking in digital economy

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To grow the pool of experts in digital technology to participate in research, development, commercialisation activity in Sarawak
• To ensure the continuity of research activities in digital technologies and applications in Sarawak

Description

Government and industry funded R&D scholarships for digital economy to produce pool of experts in digital technologies and application areas and ensure the continuity of research activities in digital economy in Sarawak

Intended outcomes

• 50% increase in expertise in digital technologies and solutions
• New Intellectual Properties (IPs) that can be commercialised
• Increased PhD/Master graduates
• New high-tech start-ups

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To develop Sarawak Mining Policy to support the implementation of Sarawak Mining Masterplan
• To develop “One Stop System” to monitor the activities involving the mining industries

Description

Sarawak Minerals Information System is a system to monitor the activities related to the mining industries. The system is a comprehensive system that provides geospatial data and capabilities for planning and decision making

Intended outcomes

• Effective planning and decision making
• Lower exploration costs
• Growth in sustainable and thriving mining industry
• Increase foreign investment into State mining sector

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To study and develop OUB platform which combines utilities bill charges for Water and Electricity into a single bill
• To improve water resource management efficiency
• To manage the online application on the competent person/contractor and utility licensing for electricity, gas distribution, water supply product certificate, rural water supply and electrification projects

Description

This initiative involves the development of OUB system which consists of Water, Gas and Electricity as a single bill. The system also caters for any new utility services added in the future. The system also aims to provide comprehensive water monitoring command centre in managing complaints and issues related to water distribution

Intended outcomes

• Consolidation of consumer bills into one billing system
• Integrated service delivery to consumers
• Increased customer satisfaction rating to 85%
• Effective monitoring of water distribution digitally

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To implement Digital Identity as the single sign on to access to government digital services
• To enhance the current One Stop Communication Channel - Talikhidmat to provide better quality service to the public
• To extend the One Stop Customer-Centric Service Delivery Platform – Service Sarawak throughout Sarawak for the convenience of the people in accessing government services
• Integrated Service Management (ISM) framework for service and data integration that support end-to-end service digitalisation so that services can be delivered efficiently and seamlessly

Description

Common and Supporting Platform involves numerous initiatives such as implementation of Sarawak ID as Digital Identity to access Government online Service, ISM as the central access to government services, Talikhidmat with better services and Service Sarawak Centre on the extension of the Service Sarawak Kiosk throughout Sarawak

Intended outcomes

• 50% improvement in addressing public complaints
• Safe and secure access to government online services

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To engage in translational research, innovation and commercialisation in digital & data sciences, social and business innovation in partnership with industry, government, universities & community
• To transition the outcomes of research into public and private sectors

Description

The cooperative research and innovation Centre of Excellence in Digital Economy focuses on translational research in core areas of digital economy in partnership with universities, industry, government and community

Intended outcomes

• 50% increase of commercialisation activity and contribution to Sarawak’s GDP
• 10 new Intellectual Property (IP) generation that can be commercialised
• Increased opportunity for high-tech jobs

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop comprehensive tourist management system for National Parks in the State
• To monitor the tourist movement/activities in the parks

Description

The development of visitors tracking system is to provide holistic platform for SFC in managing National Parks in the state. This system will be integrated with other systems (e-ticketing, e-booking) and big data platform, data analytic tools for analysis and to guide the Ministry of Tourism in planning purposes

Intended outcomes

100% secure, smart, convenient and connected tourist centric system at Bako National Park via Visitor Tracking App

Objective

The objective of the initiative is to develop PPG framework on regulatory compliance for Sarawak government agencies and public for communications and multimedia activities in Sarawak

Description

SMA is responsible to spearhead, oversee and facilitate the implementation of communication, multimedia and Digital Economy initiatives in Sarawak. The initiative focuses on developing comprehensive PPGs frameworks, policies and regulatory compliance to ensure that the initiatives are developed and implemented in accordance with standard and best practices to accelerate digital transformation in Sarawak

Intended outcomes

• 100% compliance of the government agencies and public on communications and multimedia activities in Sarawak
• Standardisation and integration of systems developed by government agencies

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To bridge the digital divide as well as the information gaps amongst communities in Sarawak
• To provide platform for creating awareness, accessibility, and utilisation of available resources
• To develop the local capacity building in digital skills and socio-economic development in all districts in Sarawak

Description

To encourage the use of digital technology in daily life, the government is transforming the existing rural library into a DCC to provide digital training and skills development of underserved Sarawakians so that they can effectively participate in digital economy

Intended outcomes

Leverage the existing local libraries to provide digital training programs for the local community in order to help generate new skills needed for employment

Objective

• The objectives of this initiative are
• To consolidate all SALCRA’s survey/ mapping data into a centralised geodatabase
• To integrate different data sets using spatial location
• To evaluate suitability and capability, estimate and predict, interpret and understand using spatial analysis

Description

GIS technology and system have increased dramatically in popularity, use, and interest over the past decade. Today, organization and groups of all types use Geographical Information System (GIS) for a wide variety of spatial activities

Intended outcomes

• Better land development planning
• Accurate estate inventory
• 50% increased of productivity

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide water supply reporting system (WORMS)
• To improve the information on meter bills issued to customer (JWBS)

Description

WORMS involves the development of water supply operation reporting system including daily & monthly reporting on plant operation, fuel, chemical stock, water quality, chemical dosing, electricity, water usage and others. This also includes the implementation of mobile application for WORMS for offline recording to areas without internet connectivity. This initiative also involves meter reading bills with water consumption charge, payment system, Service Sarawak reconciliation, accrual accounting interfacing, and outstanding charges reservation

Intended outcomes

• Improve service delivery efficiency and improved customer service experience
• Improved monitoring and reporting of water supply, which in return will increase water quality and water services
• Improved consumers quality of life with supply of clean and quality water

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop digital content skill and capabilities for marketing and business strategy

Description

This initiative is to develop the digital inclusivity and literacy skills and creation of digital content in line with current trends of animation, gaming, interactive media, digital comics and VRX

Intended outcomes

To increase the revenues up to 10% which are generated from Intellectual Property (IP), digital content and media

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide one stop centre and an open access journal that aims to publish original research and industry viewpoint articles on business event issues from various events

Description

This initiative aims to publish industry viewpoint articles on business event and tourism event such as Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), business matching ideas, and economic, social and tourism legacies. All journal, research and industry viewpoint articles consist of all disciplinary perspectives and papers will share information that address contemporary issues to advance theory and practice

Intended outcomes

Increase the efficiency of information sharing among researchers

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to establish database and data centre for data, record management and analysis of readiness related projects such as e-Commerce, R&D, cybersecurity, agriculture, manufacturing, digital inclusivity etc

Description

Government to set up an integrated database for digital economy initiatives for analysis of the data for decision making by the Sarawak Government. It will also accelerate innovation and data monetisation

Intended outcomes

Increased efficiency in project management

Objective

The objectives of the initiative are:

• To develop and implement a centralised digital repository known as the Unified Utilities Asset Database Management System
• To manage the State’s utilities assets
• To achieves smarter and more comfortable living

Description

The initiative focuses on one stop system development to enhance the State’s physical infrastructure and utility mapping services in 3D Geospatial mapping, data repository and 3D city model for planning and development

Intended outcomes

• Faster and efficient approval of development projects
• More efficient maintenance and servicing of utility and infrastructure, leading to cost savings

Objective

The objective of the Development of Enterprise Architecture is to study, analyse, design and develop an overall EA for the Sarawak Digital Economy ecosystem

Description

The EA is to be implementable and cover all business, data, application and technology areas of the State Government, the private sector, Institutions of Higher Learnings and public (including foreigners). The initiative also aims to develop the enterprise architecture in the organisation and prevent the practitioners of enterprise architecture from being locked into proprietary methods, ensure that resources are utilised efficiently and providing timely and consistent services in cost-effective manner while meeting the expectations of the public and stakeholders

Intended outcomes

• Shared resources, seamless integration, ability to scale up systems, cost and effort savings, better user experience
• Increased number of trained and certified EA officers
• Improved efficiency and performance of the government services

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop data protection framework and data leak protection policy for all government data
• To promote the data protection to the State agencies, businesses and community

Description

This initiative focuses on the development of data protection framework and data leak protection policy to protect data sovereignty and data loss or data misuse

Intended outcomes

50% efficiency in protecting data sovereignty and data loss or misuse

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide platform to capitalise on the use of Geographic Information System (GIS) and spatial- based analytics to improve yield and quality of food/ agriculture production and products
• To increase the efficiency of conducting study and research related to soil fertility
• To consolidate satellite images, aerial photogrammetry and GIS data for agriculture application

Description

The initiative is to develop a comprehensive system for geotechnical engineering and agriculture to support data analyst to improve agriculture produce. It also aims to facilitate geotechnical engineer to conduct investigation, study, research for engineering works and design

Intended outcomes

• Improved yield and quality of food/ agriculture production and products, geotechnical engineering works and design
• 80% efficiency improvement of the GIS platform

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to upgrade the network equipment for WBM, STROPI, Old DUN, TYT Office and new DUN to new equipment for efficient LAN performance scope

Description

This initiative involves carrying out of the necessary cabling, access point installations and network services to improve the connectivity at government offices

Intended outcomes

Increase in work efficiency and productivity by 80%

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to enhance S Pay Global (Fintech solution) suite for the State to promote cashless transaction among the government agencies, business communities and the public

Description

The initiative will include:

• Development and enhancement of the S Pay Global application for both iOS & android platforms
• Provision of the high-availability Fintech servers
• Incorporate the state government agencies and business communities’ bills in the Fintech suite

Intended outcomes

60% of Sarawakian using S Pay Global for daily transactions

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide AI driven forensic timber identification system to protect the forest and generate revenue from timber identification

Description

AI and Forensic Timber Identification for timber enable every timber to be traced to the stump and concession area leading to reduction in illegal logging, mixing of illegal logs with legal logs and better protection of forest

Intended outcomes

• Reduction in illegal logging and improved authentication logged timber
• Improved protection of forest
• 70% improvement in timber product management

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to ensure that PPGs document related to communication and multimedia activities in Sarawak are developed, well- managed and published as a standard documents and guidance for government agencies, private and individual in Sarawak

Description

This initiative aims to develop comprehensive policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations on communication and multimedia activities in Sarawak. It is also to ensure the compliances from all government agencies, private and individual in Sarawak in carrying out any programmes, projects/ initiatives related to Digital Economy and digital government

Intended outcomes

Effective implementation of the initiatives related to communication and multimedia in the State to support the aspiration of the State Government to achieve high income status by year 2030

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop single window for Sarawak tourism industry for effective information sharing and dissemination on tourist attraction places in Sarawak
• To include e-Commerce function and features into existing platform to accommodate the tourism industry business needs

Description

An enhancement of the existing tourism portal and applications to include e-Commerce features and functions and to leverage on S Pay Global (e-Wallet) platform for payment gateway. The platform would be developed in web base and mobile application

Intended outcomes

Sarawak Travel App, an effective tool for industry players to develop, manage, and distribute tourism product and services globally, and grow visitor economy

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop animal identification and traceability system solution

Description

Development of the system to recognise and trace the animal for monitoring, mapping, reporting and research purposes by Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVS)

Intended outcomes

50% increase in efficiency in identifying animals for mapping purposes

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide training and awareness programme to rural community through e-learning system: PANDei

Description

e-Learning System: PANDei focuses on upskilling and reskilling training for local rural community in digital technology and usage so that they can better participate in digital economy

Intended outcomes

• Improved digital inclusivity and improved participation in digital economy initiatives
• Increased job and entrepreneurship opportunities
• Improved household income
• Reduced digital divide

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To ensure adequate supply of competent talent to support the workforce needs of the digital economy
• To develop local training providers to contribute to economic prosperity of Sarawak

Description

Industry certified technical training programmes including building capability to effectively utilise and manage productive use of industry standard tools and systems

Intended outcomes

Job ready graduates to meet the workforce requirements of Sarawak’s digital economy

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To disseminate, distribute and create awareness on legal framework, policies and regulations for the protection of personal data, data residency, data sovereignty, data sharing and utilisation in Sarawak

Description

This initiative focuses on the development, endorsement and roll-out of legal framework, policies and regulations for communication and multimedia activities in the State

Intended outcomes

Reduction of personal data loss and reduction in cybercrimes

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop a unified digitalised records management system in managing the life cycle of government valued records from creation, classification, use and preparation for archival

Description

This initiative involves the development of the State Record Architecture, standards and management involving creation of records, data conversion, cataloguing, storage, archiving, backup facilities, digitisation facility, trainings, change management throughout the life cycle of every record classification

Intended outcomes

• Reduced government operation cost on physical documentation records
• Improved efficiency/performance of the government services delivery
• Reduced risk of data loss

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to implement, manage and supervise a comprehensive health and medical screening programme for all foreign workers in Sarawak

Description

A system to document the screening of health issues for foreign workers when they make their entry into and throughout their stay in Sarawak. The system is designed and managed by medical professionals with expertise in public health, occupational health, radiology, laboratory services and other related specialties. These medical professionals are able to inform Immigration if the foreign worker is healthy to work in Sarawak

Intended outcomes

100% end-to-end Health Monitoring and Verification process

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop 3D models of the caves in TPAs using the LIDAR technology
• To investigate cave biodiversity for research and tourism sector
• To promote Sarawak’s unique natural attraction to the world

Description

This initiative will focus on developing 3D Cave modelling for totally protected areas in Sarawak. The initiative will include LIDAR-based mapping of the cave structure, cave survey, data analysis and modelling

Intended outcomes

Contribution to Sarawak GDP in tourism sector and 50% improvement in outreach

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to address the problem of blockages and overflow of sewage and carry out preventive maintenance by flushing and clearing of sewer line at a predetermined interval at the identified hotspot areas

Description

This initiative is about the usage of technology for monitoring and maintenance and having predictive and preventive maintenance for the system

Intended outcomes

Improved efficiency of maintenance and monitoring of sewer network system

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop an online wildlife licensing system for the agency to monitor, manage wildlife license application, renewal and sharing of relevant research and innovation data for public awareness
• To foster sharing of the statistical information on wildlife activities in Sarawak for agencies/public’s reference and research purposes

Description

A system will focus on delivering 100% end-to-end wildlife licensing application and renewal processes. The Online Wildlife Licensing System also involves the development of the dashboard for viewing of relevant statistics and data for overall wildlife licensing application such as renewal, pending or expiry status

Intended outcomes

• Increase public awareness on state’s Wildlife license application process, statistics and important notice announcement
• Reduce the risk of the illegal hunting/ poaching and wildlife related trade in the state

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To register the business community profile
• To verify the companies
• To reuse the company data for other business services or government assistance

Description

A web-based system for business community to search existing business names and register new business through business names search and registration system, and to apply business trade license at District Office. The submission of the company’s application for manufacturing permit to MINTRED via “eICC” includes sensitive business information such as investment amount, machinery, technical know- how etc. Contractor and Consultant Management System (CCMS) for registration of contractor and consultant on classification head/subhead for works category

Intended outcomes

• Improved ease of doing trading by the business community
• Improved ease of companies to embark on industrial projects in Sarawak
• Improved ease of contractor and consultant to participate in government tender projects

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to ensure optimal growing conditions for oil palm and effective usage of resources such as labour and machineries

Description

The initiative is to develop integrated IoT ERP system in line with the government objective of modernisation agriculture through the use of digital technology/IoT to improve plantation operation. Currently Sarawak Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (SALCRA) and its group of companies are using multiple systems and operating on different platform based on respective Operating Units’ requirements

Intended outcomes

• Automated operation processes and increase ease of doing business
• Improved efficiency and better operation control by 70%
• Improved yield by 40%

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop BIM system for building construction and management
• To increase the efficiency of project management and delivery
• To facilitate efficient project planning and monitoring
• To provide reports such as quality assurance performance reports, quality compliance reports, violation reports among others

Description

This initiative includes development of BIM monitoring and analysis system that will enable the agencies to collaborate on the digital drawing via BIM that improves the communication and reduces cost. It will increase design, implementation and work efficiency and reduce risks and wastages

Intended outcomes

Improved resource utilisation, efficiency and product quality for the construction industry

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish Industry 4.0 (I4.0) testbeds and collaborative platforms, especially in partnership with technology partners
• To develop programmes in manufacturing subsectors in particular Micro, Small and Medium (MSMEs)

Description

In the current I4.0, manufacturing sector is exploring the adoption of emerging digital technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, Big data, 3D printing) for improving sustainability, productivity and production efficiency. This initiative focus on how the manufacturing sector can adopt digital technologies successfully and accelerate the digitalisation of MSMEs

Intended outcomes

• Contribution towards 20% to Sarawak GDP by 2030
• 40% increase in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) registered in Sarawak
• Increase in number of SMEs adopting digital platform
• Greater access to key enabling I4.0 technologies and partners for local MSMEs, along with stronger collaboration in utilising new technologies across value chains
• Increase in overall productivity growth and worker skills to reduce potential job losses

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide platform for research, training and innovation
• To showcase the 4IR technology and solutions for industry and workforce transformation
• To facilitate the digitalisation of MSMEs

Description

This initiative aims to accelerate workforce and industry transformation and provide platform for training, education and research and showcasing new technologies, solutions, applications, products, services, security and processes, thus accelerating digital transformation of the economic sectors

Intended outcomes

• Industry and workforce transformation
• Increased number of digitally skilled workforce to drive Digital Economy
• Showcase technology and solutions to spur innovation and high-tech industry development

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To support unified security access to all Government agencies
• To develop an information collection and analysis system to enhance the State security
• To support its socio-economic development and conduct security research for policy formulation and enforcement

Description

Efficient security management solutions and operations in terms of documentation, accuracy of information, real-time records and user- friendly system to support the physical security of Government agencies. A decision support system for collecting data that will be used to plan, make decisions and implement accurate, fast and effective governance on security matters

Intended outcomes

• Zero trespassing of illegal entry into government agencies
• Improve the security access in government premises
• 100% accurate decision making driven by data on security matters

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To showcase agrotechnology and their application through smart and precision farming
• To create integrated foundation and ecosystem to facilitate food security, improve efficiency and food distribution
• To support agro-businesses and attract domestic and global investment in production, processing, logistic and supply chain
• To facilitate research and innovation, training and human capital development

Description

This initiative will support the planning and operation of agrotechnology park towards a sustainable growth and increase in farmers’ participation and sales in digital marketplace

Intended outcomes

• Enhanced food security
• Growth in Agro-based investments and partnerships
• Increase revenue for farmers
• Higher living standards for farmers and social wellbeing
• Improved rural employability
• Significant contribution to Sarawak’s GDP
• Growth in Agro entrepreneurs’ start-ups
• Reduce food wastage

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to establish secured data infrastructure and cloud data security including hardware and software for storing, processing and analysing data

Description

The establishment of big data infrastructure that entails the tools and agents that collect data, the software systems and physical storage media, network, and the application environments with analytics tools to analyse data. Setup of data dictionary (data cataloging), data warehouse and data exchange platform for data sharing between Sarawak Civil Service and data driven decision making in SCS. It is also to attract investment in Data Centre in Sarawak from local and international players

Intended outcomes

• Increased cross border flow
• 100% state data utilisation (data from data lake, data warehouse and data mart)
• Catalyst for providing Sarawak as a safe and secure place for data storage and services

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To improve reliability, efficiency, performance and quality of service to consumer
• To increase the uptake of distributed electricity generation

Description

Smart metering network provision for remote reading feature is established at targeted areas state-wide. Smart metering infrastructure with communication module will enable monitoring and analysis of load profile and meter reading remotely improving efficiency, productivity and cost

Intended outcomes

• Providing safe, reliable and 100% coverage for water and electricity
• Reduce non-revenue water to 25% and domestic water consumption
• Better electricity and water network planning
• Improved customer service
• Reduce downtime
• Improved quality and supply

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop 3D web-based system and User Acceptance Test (UAT)
• To implement 3D web-based system for city planning
• To develop and conduct training programmes

Description

A web-based system to publish and view 3D City profiles of major towns in Sarawak for effective city planning

Intended outcomes

80% efficiency sharing and utilisation of 3D datasets to generate more value-added benefits to the State of Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop a workforce competency database to assess the talent needs of the industry in Sarawak
• To provide analytic reports on workforce requirements for industry development in the State

Description

To facilitate skill and talent matching to meet the workforce requirements of the industry, monitoring and providing feedback/inputs wherever necessary to address the workforce requirements

Intended outcomes

• Improved workforce management
• Improved employability

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To deploy web integrated with dynamic web Content Management System (CMS)’s functionality
• To efficiently manage government services
• To improve the efficiency in providing real time information on port operation
• To achieve end-to-end government services through innovative use of digital technologies
• To develop one-stop integrated mobile platform for efficient service delivery to all Sarawakians

Description

This initiative involves the development and deployment of a fast web based mobile platform which is user friendly with dynamic web CMS functionality for efficient and responsive web operation. The initiative also includes development of system on the real time information on port operation for efficient decision making by port authorities

Intended outcomes

• 100% government services are online by 2030
• Integrated digital services
• Lower administrative cost and more efficient service delivery
• Strengthen regulations and governance supporting digital government initiative
• Improved efficiency and ease of doing business with the Government

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide solutions and infrastructure for Sarawak border protection
• To link Border Patrol to SIOC in order to provide comprehensive border CCTV monitoring
• To link Border Patrol to SOJAR by providing more digitalised military force to strengthen border security

Description

Providing better solutions on border patrol and linking Border patrol to SIOC and SOJAR to strengthen border security with digital technology such as CCTV, drone surveillance, command centre, satellite communication and telecommunication military smartphone

Intended outcomes

Improved communication on border patrol and reduction of crimes by 80%

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide accurate and early alert and warning of extreme event such as flood and drought to mitigate damage and enable proper coordination of essential disaster relief operations and management
• To support major water resources/supply project such as hydroelectric dams

Description

This initiative is to develop a warming system on the flood and drought event. With this system, the government agency can view the rainfall & water level information, climate information and telemetry system. They can also monitor Hydrological Telemetry System (HTS) performance and generate mobile summary reports

Intended outcomes

• Increase in efficiency in flood and drought prevention and management
• Prevention of property and asset loss due to flood and drought

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to increase the potential local technology expert graduates from Digital Academy courses, that are able to contribute to the State’s Digital Economy initiatives

Description

CENTEXS Digital Academy Industry Training Centres involves the establishment of industry standard training labs/centres in partnership with Amazon Web Services, Bosch Rexroth, IBM, Microsoft and Keysight Technologies and others in various areas. The project also consists of infrastructure, facilities, programmes development aligned to the skills demand for digital economy

Intended outcomes

• 60% job readiness with workforce equipped on specific skills required by Industry by 2027
• 100% Industry Certified Training centre and Micro-credentials Certifications

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• Promote and encourage adoption of technologies in agriculture sector
• Ensure the transformation of agriculture sector through digital technologies and green environment

Description

The initiatives consist of:

• The Smart Farming project to accelerate the transformation of agricultural sector by adoption of digital technologies and solutions
• Implementation of IoT Smart Farming at all Agriculture Stations in the State
• Centralised open data platform among industry players

Intended outcomes

Increased smart farming adoption and generate new business line via data sharing/open data initiatives

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to increase user base and user’s loyalty in S Pay Global and other government services

Description

Incentive programmes for digital economy includes partnership-based financing framework, training grants, market development fund, R&D expenditure & initiatives, venture capital, start-up grant and Go Digital consultancy program

Intended outcomes

Increased revenue to Sarawak via the commercialised products in the market and increased job opportunities in digital economy

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to facilitate the enhancement and development of digital infrastructure and accelerate digital economy transformation via 5G ecosystem in Sarawak

Description

This initiative is more towards the actual demonstration of use cases in the economic sectors contributing to economic and social values to Sarawak. Each of these use cases will includes planning activities, development of the specific network services, and the final integration to the realisation of the actual demonstration

Intended outcomes

5G use cases in priority sectors, including manufacturing, port operation, education, digital health, smart city, and others

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To share and publish Open Data in various machine- readable and informative formats to the public
• To enable the public to request or discover, understand and download Open Data files
• To encourage the use of data sets for innovative and new product such as development of new application/system by start-ups/individual
• To enable the use of application programming interface to access Open Data

Description

This initiative involves the Open Data, Open Source and Open Interface Initiative and Open Data Portal Application. This initiative will include further development of metadata frameworks, policies, governance, standards, best practices and platforms to enable sharing and interoperability of digital data resources between state government agencies, federal government agencies, private sector and the public

Intended outcomes

30% citizen and business centric applications to be developed/enhanced by external parties using the open data, open source or open Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To improve the business processes and performance though Digital Economy initiatives to enable end-to- end services from Sarawak Government to project proponent (consultants/developer)
• To digitalise the submission of consultant/developer on urban drainage plans with PKI solutions

Description

The urban drainage information system comprises of desktop and web-based application to facilitate various stakeholders to access UDIMS spatial information through digital platform. This initiative also aims to generate certificate for digital signing, integrated with the Integrated Service Management (ISM) and public workspace for viewing and sign-off

Intended outcomes

Ease of access and effective planning, design and management of the drainage infrastructure development and maintenance throughout Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish digital infrastructure to cater big data, data analytics, security and surveillance, traffic management and as an Operating System (OS) for smart city management in Sarawak
• To facilitate public feedbacks, emergency and rescue operations, disaster management and war room for special operations

Description

The establishment of the Sarawak Integrated Operation Centre (SIOC) started in 2019 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. SIOC will provide comprehensive controlling and management environment for State Government to coordinate and organise day-to-day activities and to facilitate decision making by the Sarawak Government

Intended outcomes

Efficient centralised management of cities in the State

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide single online platform to access the religion related services such as Islamic and other religion related matters in Sarawak
• To provide efficient service delivery to the public and to support internal operations of Majlis Agama Islam Sarawak (MAIS) and syariah services
• To have monitoring system on “UP” core function and dashboard for decision making

Description

A single online platform that enables the public to access the online services related to Islamic matters such as eDakwah, eMunakahat, eMasjid, Syariah and other religion related matters. The online platform also supports internal operation of MAIS and Jabatan Kehakiman Syariah Sarawak on harmonised adat marriages procedure and syariah services. This initiative also involves the development of the system for public to access online services related to other religion related matters. In addition, this initiative also includes the monitoring system on UP core function and dashboard for decision making support for hight management

Intended outcomes

• Effective management of the online services related to religion matters
• Efficient service delivery to public and improved internal operation through integrated services with other government applications

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to utilise the Sarawak Government online transactions with Citizen (G2C), businesses (G2B) and other Governments (G2G) that are authenticated and securely transacted

Description

This initiative aims to improve secure environment of Sarawak Government online transactions to boost the business process with Citizen (G2C), businesses (G2B) and other Governments (G2G) that are authenticated and securely transacted

Intended outcomes

• 100% secure transaction
• Increased customer satisfaction

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide e-Gas services, online accredited institution (e-Water, e-Gas & eMINDS), online electricity license application, data analytics & dashboard, online payment
• To provide end-to-end online services for customers to access services anytime, anywhere

Description

The initiative includes the enhancement of (e-Gas) services to be integrated with ISM, digital signature, e-Letter/e- Certificate at public workspace. This includes online registration/renewal of accredited institution module (for e-Water, e-Gas, eMINDS), online electrical installation registration and reporting, e-Billing for water royalty. It also includes sharing for water catchment and infrastructure spatial data from JBALB via SHARES Centralised platform

Intended outcomes

• Improve efficiency in service process and reduce service delivery time
• Enhance revenue collection and comply requirement from Treasury Department
• Data analytics for projection and decision-making

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop AI action plan including acquisition and adoption of AI technology and talent requirements
• To develop State AI framework and strategy to support AI development and ethical deployment opportunities by public and private sectors
• To develop and implement AI policies, procedures and guidelines for the adoption of AI by government and businesses

Description

The initiative focuses on the development of AI action plan and explores opportunities in public and private sectors to adopt and implement AI and machine leaning solutions to achieve more efficient, cost effective and reliable services

Intended outcomes

• Improved efficiency and productivity
• Increased high-tech jobs opportunities
• Contribution to Sarawak’s GDP
• Improved competency in AI

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to establish an integrated Security System for entry and exit of authorised personnel and vehicles in High-Tech Park/ Free Industrial Park

Description

The enhancement of the High-Tech Park’s integrated security system involves the monitoring and recording of all the access into the High-Tech Park. It also reduces the long queue at the Security Guard House and improves the security surveillance in the High-Tech Park where all the events in the area are monitored and recorded

Intended outcomes

• Reduction in the number of crimes at the High-Tech Park
• Reduction in the number of cases of illegal trade activities
• Efficient traceable and real-time data on movement access

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide policy, procedure and guidelines for ICT business investments in the State

Description

The proposed function of InvestSarawak is a One- Stop Agency that represents the State in investments and trade promotion and helps position Sarawak as a preferred destination for ICT investment and trading partner

Intended outcomes

• Increase in digital investment in Sarawak by 50%
• Improved business registrationy

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop policy, procedures and guidelines for citizen centric digital government
• To create citizen and environment friendly urban living and workspace
• To integrate key systems via API for data sharing and exchange

Description

The initiative focuses on developing citizen centric platform for Housing and Urban Development with strategies in ensuring sufficient development of sustainable housing with enhanced convenience, safety and comfort for city dwellers

Intended outcomes

Improved quality of life and ease of doing business

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to study the implementation of blockchain technology solutions in the current digital economy initiatives platform such as digital identity, financial technology, big data, cyber security and IoT

Description

A blockchain technology is widely used to accelerate the transaction processes, quicker, cheaper, secure and more efficient, while using less energy and preventing duplication of effort on information sharing

Intended outcomes

• Efficient, effective, and secure service delivery for both public & government sectors
• Accurate and reliable information from the primary source

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To promote productivity, technology integration and innovation, increase access to finance and enhance market access and internationalisation
• To promote entrepreneurship and human capital development

Description

Go Digital Consultancy Program focuses on strategic measures and processes to enhance their competitiveness, resilience and innovations such as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on digitalisation

Intended outcomes

• Effective use of technology by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to enhance their throughput and financial efficiency
• 2,000 new MSMEs engagement per year, 30% onboarded, and 500 unique visitors to the platform

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop integrated health system connected to all medical facilities in Sarawak

Description

Digital Health system is developed to provide community a one stop centre for health services for rural and urban community and storage of all the related health records in the Sarawak Government system. This system enables the synchronisation of patient data among health facilities through electronic medical records system. The integrated digital health system enables the government and health agencies to further their studies to upgrade the health sectors including facilities, medication and professional skills of the medical professionals

Intended outcomes

• Secure patient healthcare information data records
• Improve efficiency of the services provided by the health facilities to the public

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop technology incubation programmes for the local start-up companies

Description

Provide MSMEs incubation programs, Landing Pad programmes and technology grants for potential technology start-ups and MSMEs to help to drive the digital economy initiatives in the State

Intended outcomes

Increased revenue and scalability of the start-ups and MSMEs

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to establish industry linkage matching grant scheme to accelerate strategic research & innovation in partnership between public and private sectors

Description

The Industry Linkage grant scheme is a funding program to support translational research and innovation in collaboration with universities and industry on research projects which have the potential to increase Sarawak’s capability to commercialise and enhance the industry’s competitiveness in the global marketplace

Intended outcomes

• Increase in revenue from Intellectual Property (IP) commercialisation and innovation projects
• 30% increase in strategic translational research in Sarawak to create marketable and innovative products
• 60% increase in job opportunities due to extensive funding in research and innovation projects

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To carry out comprehensive study on air and water quality
• To plan, install air and water quality monitoring sensors and stations state-wide
• To establish IoT and mobile communication network to enable remote monitoring of environment quality
• To set up monitoring, data collection and analysis capability for decision support in regard to water and air quality management

Description

The initiative focuses on the development of a platform to monitor, manage and control the environment, air and water quality index through the installation of the IoT devices and sensors

Intended outcomes

Real time monitoring of air and water quality and ability to link to other information for analysis, research, development planning and resource management

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to implement Irrigation Network SCADA System for field irrigation

Description

This initiative focuses on the implementation of systematic, integrated, reliable, efficient, and cost saving system for irrigation and water supply management

Intended outcomes

Control system to Increase water supply efficiency to optimum level for field irrigation to safeguard production and livelihoods of farmers

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide guidelines and best practices in cyber security for the public and private sectors
• To organise international conferences, seminars and workshops in cyber security
• To organise cyber security awareness programmes

Description

This project addresses the need of cyber security code of practice and awareness programmes to protect the cyber space in Sarawak. The initiative consists of provision of policies, guidelines and best practices on cyber security for the government, businesses and public and development and delivery of cyber security awareness programmes

Intended outcomes

100% secured online transactions through the digital economy platforms

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To enable the accrual accounting concept in financial management
• To establish holistic platform for efficient and transparent procurement processes management for the State agencies (State e-procurement)
• To improve the transparency, operational efficiencies and accountability in public sector financial management (SIFBAS)
• To improve the management of asset for effective planning, registration, maintenance and disposal of asset

Description

An online platform for providing the accrual accounting and improve the transparency in financial management. The platform will also manage the asset effectively via planning, registration, maintenance and disposal of the asset of the government

Intended outcomes

• Improved efficiency in financial management
• Reduced time of procurement cycle and lower operational cost
• Improved asset management

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To create a more sustainable environment which will not increase the carbon footprint, cost or have any negative impact to the environment
• To develop more biodiversity tourisms programs and interactions with international stakeholders
• To develop more biodiversity training and learning program in cultivate more professionals trained in the State

Description

The initiative focuses on the biodiversity contents creation program focusing in social, tourism, and agriculture sectors and includes professional certificate in biodiversity tourisms, lifelong learning; short courses and repository including digitising Sarawak Natural Heritages (Biodiversity)

Intended outcomes

30% increase in number of professionals trained in the biodiversity tourism in Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To ensure effective management and monitoring of visitors entering Sarawak
• To provide accurate landing visitor’s information, reduce operational cost and increase the efficiency for internal functionality and processes
• To establish comprehensive open access tourism database

Description

The Visitor Management System is a comprehensive platform for the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak (MTCP) and other stakeholders to view, manage, monitor, and process the landing visitor’s information and increase the efficiency of relevant frontline authorities at all Airports in Sarawak

Intended outcomes

• Master directory and inventory of visitors and tourist agents’ activities in Sarawak throughout the year
• 60% contribution to tourism industry revenue

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To increase Sarawak Economy ecosystem and improve household income per capita
• To provide assistance to local entrepreneur to leverage online platform for businesses

Description

The e-Commerce and Fintech platform initiative is to consolidate and establish the State Integrated e-Commerce Platform through collaborations, Joint- Venture and smart partnership with the existing e-Commerce platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, Alibaba, Amazon etc. This will contribute to provide multiple e-Commerce channel for local entrepreneurs to market their products and uplifting their income

Intended outcomes

The local entrepreneurs will have equal opportunities to utilise the digital entrepreneurs platform in uplifting their income per capital and socioeconomic status

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To protect and secure intellectual property related to communication and multimedia
• To promote favourable climate for Foreign Direct Investment into the State
• To foster the creation of disruptive innovation in products, processes and/or services that will drive the State socio-economic growth

Description

SMA will be the central body to manage and coordinate the protection of the Sarawak Government Agencies and Community Intellectual Property Right via filing of Copyright (CC), Trademark (TM), Geographical Indication (GI), Patent, Utility Innovation, Industrial Design, Integrated Circuit Layout Design and Plant Varieties

Intended outcomes

• 100% multimedia and telecommunication IPs registered
• Monetising IPs to generate revenue for the State Government
• Contribute towards 8% economic growth for Sarawak

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to strengthen the competency and skills of the government officers via trainings and programmes related to Digital transformation of Sarawak Civil Service

Description

The Digital Talent Development and Management includes the training programmes to increase the skills and competencies of the government officers in Digital Technology and applications so that they are able to lead and drive the digital transformation in their organisation

Intended outcomes

• 100% digitally skilled workforce to drive the digital transformation of the public sector
• Increase competency and work productivity of the government officer

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to manage, monitor, report all the projects’ development, implementation and monitoring by the State Government Agencies

Description

Integrated Project Management System is an ICT solution in managing, monitoring and controlling the physical and non-physical projects implemented by the government agencies by compiling all statistics and data for update and report on the projects’ progress to all stakeholders

Intended outcomes

• Improved efficiency in monitoring of the physical and non-physical projects
• Improved efficiency on funding distribution and monitoring of the performance of the projects

Objective

The objective of this initiative is:

• To install 5G towers at Semenggok Agriculture Center and Sarawak bio-industrial parks to spur direct investments, innovation and high-tech industry development

Description

5G connectivity is essential to boost agriculture and biotechnology business opportunities, promote research and commercialisation, attract and spur both local and foreign investments through public-private partnerships, foster the growth of new businesses and the advancement of high-tech innovation and technology

Intended outcomes

• 50% improvement in biotechnology and agrotechnology investments in Sarawak
• Increase in high-tech jobs and start-ups

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To develop the students with the programming and automation skills in home & building control for BAS

Description

The initiative focuses on developing Building Automation training for students to upgrade their skills especially in programming and automation that relates in home & building control for BAS

Intended outcomes

Improved building energy management, cost saving, secure environment, and personalised workplace experience

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop community digital literacy programmes for rural and semi urban areas

Description

Community Digital Literacy Programme is used to provide trainings and upskilling at rural and semi urban areas to empower citizens to participate in digital economy and reduce digital divide

Intended outcomes

• Reduced digital divide between rural and urban areas
• Lower GINI coefficient index for Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To provide ease of access to government workforce data and information
• To manage the human resource in Sarawak

Description

Comprehensive system to record and retrieve the state workforce data and information for supply and demand. The Workforce Online Data System also automates attendance tracking, improves workforce productivity, promotes a culture of workforce safety and compliance, flexible scheduling, anywhere access

Intended outcomes

Efficient decision making on recruitment based on the analysis of the supply of talents and gap between supply and demand to support talent demand in the State

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to develop Smart City initiatives in accordance with the National Smart City Framework

Description

Smart City Ecosystem involves the transformation of major cities in State to improve the quality of life, reduce carbon footprint and spur investments for the city development. It includes the integrated smart city development plan, smart initiatives for all major cities/towns including smart traffic light junctions, smart flood management and smart surveillance system integrated with SIOC, the solutions/ deliverables of Miri Smart City and OKSHE smart community programmes

Intended outcomes

• Reduce the carbon footprint by 20%
• Improve the quality of citizen’s life in the State

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to facilitate businesses and e-Commerce in development and financial activities for digital transaction through Sarawak Digital Bank

Description

This initiative is to establish Sarawak’s first Digital Bank to support businesses and e-Commerce activities for digital transaction

Intended outcomes

Ease of payments and financial support for businesses and e-Commerce activities

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide alerts to rainforest enforcement on illegal activities through the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and renewable energy

Description

The Rainforest Guardian System is a Proof of Concept (PoC) study and implementation with initial 15 units of rainforest guardian from Rainforest Connection California with cloud platform and training for relevant enforcement and operation staff from relevant agencies

Intended outcomes

Enforcement agencies can respond faster by 80% to the alerts to prevent and eradicate illegal logging, poaching and other activities endangering wildlife population

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide grants/ vouchers to digitalise MSMEs

Description

Provision of grants/vouchers to MSMEs in digitising their business and operations to foster competitiveness and access to domestic and global market

Intended outcomes

• Improved access to global market
• Reduction of the cost of operations
• Increased job opportunities

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• Encourage schools and teachers to use digital technologies for virtual learning
• Create and implement technical guidelines for the use of digital technology and data in the education sector
• Introduce STEM subjects in primary schools
• Create digital teachers’ community in schools and provide digital professional programmes for teachers

Description

This initiative is critical as it foster digital citizenship in education system. Its main focus is to embed broader set of digital and STEM skills that can assist teachers in maximising their learning abilities and improve students’ capabilities for future employability

Intended outcomes

• STEM enrolment of 40%
• 30,000 primary school students from poor households will have access to STEM & Digital skills knowledge
• Continuous improvement of digital educational materials at a lower cost
• Improved online education access
• Effective data custodianship for students while protecting all user

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to digitalise the work processes for efficient service delivery to the public

Description

The initiative focuses on digitalising existing manual processes to streamline daily operations in providing fast, efficient integrated services to the public

Intended outcomes

• Increase productivity
• Improved and efficient service to the public

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To develop cyber security policy and framework of Sarawak
• To establish the State cyber security Governance & Management structure
• To develop cyber security talents for the State
• To establish the State cyber security centre
• To manage risk related to cyber security

Description

A cyber security management framework and team to monitor, response, recover and combat any of the cyber security threats in State

Intended outcomes

Increased talents and resilience in tackling cyber security threats and crimes

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To integrate GIS database
• To interface GIS data to other applications

Description

Immediate and real time data request is crucial for strategic decision making and response. This initiative focuses on developing integrated GIS to improve service delivery by councils, smart city development and e-service

Intended outcomes

• Effective city management
• Reduce hardcopy data usage

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To synergise the innovation entrepreneurship opportunities at the digital innovation hubs across Sarawak in all 12 divisions
• To establish, operate, and implement initiatives and programs at Digital Village to mature and scale up start-ups

Description

Establishment and operationalisation of innovation hubs and Digital Village in partnership with government, business, universities and communities throughout Sarawak to grow and scale up start-ups

Intended outcomes

Increase in the number of start-ups and job opportunities in digital sectors

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to assist the SMEs on digitalisation of their business and processes for enhancing their competitiveness, resilience and innovativeness

Description

The SME Business Digitalisation Program focuses on strategic measures to assist SMEs on digitalisation programme as part of the drive towards equitable economic development, bringing greater benefit to Sarawak’s economy. The programme will be continuously conducted to ensure all participants can adapt and adopt new methodology of business ecosystem

Intended outcomes

• 80% MSMEs digitalised
• 50% increase in business competitiveness and 10% increase in revenue in business

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish a comprehensive open database for Sarawak
• To strengthen digital marketing activities to enable wider connection and engagement with clients and stakeholders

Description

This initiative focuses on how digital technologies and data are used to organise, manage and enhance traveller experience. This initiative will use all the tools/platform of digital transformation to change on how we travel and how the sector itself operates

Intended outcomes

• Higher GDP contribution – accounting for 11% by 2030
• Increased arrivals – 7.5% annual growth rate in visitor arrivals with increased length of stay from 5.5 nights to 7.5 nights
• Employment generation – 25% of total employment in the tourism & hospitality sector
• Accurate and informed decision making by stakeholders and increased innovation in the tourism ecosystem
• More competitive tourism industry

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• Provide virtual accessibility to cultural products and services through high-resolution image technologies including virtual and augmented reality
• Develop and train digital skillset in the creative industry

Description

This initiative aims to improve digital skills and capacity, as well as socioeconomic development, community empowerment, and the development of a sustainable and resilient community

Intended outcomes

• 1,800 poor households involved in handicraft entrepreneurship and will earn monthly income of above RM7,575 by 2030
• Sarawak as hub for digital content development

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To explore the opportunities to the development of digital industry technology parks in Sarawak
• To develop the principle, policy and guidelines for the development of digital industry technology park in Sarawak

Description

The initiative focuses on the development of the industry technology park to attract FDI and DDI in Sarawak

Intended outcomes

Contribution towards 50% increase in digital investment in Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide high-speed and reliable telecommunication connectivity and services across Sarawak

Description

The focus of the initiative is to provide 4G L TE network to user across Sarawak to enjoy the high- speed internet connectivity and to participate in digital economy. The initiatives include Sarawak Multimedia Authority Rural Telecommunication (SMART), JENDELA, MySRBN (Fixed Wireless Access) and SALURAN, VSAT among others

Intended outcomes

• Reduce digital divide between rural and urban Sarawak
• Increase the adoption and participation in digital initiatives by all Sarawakians

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to deliver a unified vision of the Sarawak Digital and Innovation Ecosystem

Description

This initiative focuses on engagement with special interest groups, businesses and communities to develop start-ups and entrepreneurship development programmes in Sarawak

Intended outcomes

• 1,000 high-skilled tech developers trained
• 1,000 foreign tech talents based in Sarawak by 2030

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide comprehensive frameworks and initiatives for data monetisation, maximise data usage and facilitate data sharing by agencies

Description

The initiative will encompass the development of the frameworks, standard operating procedures and regulations for the monetisation of the data owned by the Sarawak Government

Intended outcomes

Contribute 8% per annum

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To provide customised support for high tech entrepreneurs within various industry, focusing on the manufacturing of IoT and high-tech products
• To provide financial opportunities to high caliber technology industries, including foreign direct investment

Description

Support entrepreneurship and the development of high-tech industry that manufactures digital products for digital economy such as development and production of IoT devices and services by provisioning funds or grants, acquiring equity, consultancy, product marketing etc

Intended outcomes

• Contribution towards 50% growth in high- tech investment
• Spur high-tech industry development in Sarawak

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish advanced metabolomics, proteomics, phenotyping and genotyping laboratories
• To develop AI-assisted data mining techniques for natural product discovery
• To promote and foster innovation and multi- disciplinary research through good practices and partnerships

Description

This initiative focuses on to enriching existing data repository by identifying the key value data for big data analytics and for the development of AI-driven natural product discovery. Project components include data generation, database development and AI development

Intended outcomes

Research and development driven by AI that can accelerate the talent development in robotics and data analytics

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To engage local communities to promote Digital Economy initiatives
• To provide feedback to the local communities during roadshows
• To organise workshop, brainstorming session on the programme
• To publish latest Digital Economy products and services on supporting media

Description

Community centres or libraries are focal points for learning and to acquire skills in technology. Libraries or community centres being positioned as community resource and digital centres through its technology accessibility, digital content access, digital literacy and programmes and services

Intended outcomes

• Increased audience reach on Digital Economy messaging complementing reach by radio, social media and other media
• Greater visibility and understanding of the roles and undertakings of the key implementers and success stories of businesses and other players
• Minimised information gaps on current Digital Economy policies and initiatives in the state

Objective

The objectives of this initiatives are:

• To develop immersive simulation-based e-learning module leveraging high-tech equipment and technologies including AR/VR/XR/Metaverse

Description

Simulation based learning has been shown to offer the best learning outcomes in various educational and workplace settings. This initiative includes the delivery of contents and to promote and support potential application areas such as telemedicine, mining etc

Intended outcomes

Increased AR/VR/XR talents to meet the skills need of industry

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish digital skills development fund and expand community development program through DCC and PEDi
• To ensure that all communities in Sarawak can benefit from the digital skills and foster improvement in community revenues

Description

The focus of this initiative is to foster digital skills development through establishment of digital skills development fund to expand community development program through DCC and PEDi

Intended outcomes

Talented and skilled community in digital skills to effectively participate in digital economy

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To establish tier I, II, III and IV Data Centres in Sarawak
• To increase data traffic into Sarawak

Description

The initiative focuses on the establishment of Data Centres in Sarawak to accelerate establishment of Data Centres, data monetising services and increase opportunities for cross-border data flow into Sarawak leading to economic and social benefits

Intended outcomes

• Increase in potential foreign investment in Data Centre in Sarawak
• Economic growth through cross-border data flow
• Increase in revenue from data monetization, cross- border data flow and Data Centre services

Objective

The objectives of this initiative are:

• To ensure the provisioning of collective internet access facilities & digital entrepreneurship programme for the underserved, rural and urban- poor areas
• To empower community training and upskilling through digital literacy programme
• To advance the livelihood and income generation of community by leveraging on digital platforms for e-Commerce and marketing activities (digital entrepreneurship)

Description

The initiative aims on advancing the livelihood and income generation of the underserved community by leveraging on digital platforms, infrastructure and services. PEDi is the initiative of the Federal Government funded by the Universal Service Provision fund (USP fund), administered by MCMC

Intended outcomes

• Increased of local entrepreneur by 35% statewide on online marketplace
• New jobs created through PEDi guided online entrepreneurship programme
• Increased income generated by the trained entrepreneurs

Objective

The objective of this initiative is to provide integrated platform for MSMEs to develop and promote their product and services digitally to domestic and global market

Description

Platform for MSMEs to develop, promote and market their products and solutions digitally and increase their competitiveness, market share and revenue

Intended outcomes

• Increased job opportunities
• Increased market penetration
• Increased revenue
• More competitive businesses