Zoho CRM
In an era of rapid digital transformation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems have become essential infrastructure for businesses—large and small—to survive and grow. Amid the dominance of CRM giants like Salesforce, one name consistently offers a more inclusive alternative: Zoho.
Educa Studio: Local Innovation in a Crowded Global Market for Children’s Digital Education
Amid the surge of digitalization and the growing need for high-quality educational content for children, Educa Studio has emerged as one of the pioneers of technology-based educational innovation in Indonesia.
HashMicro
While many startups have collapsed despite receiving massive funding rounds, HashMicro stands as a compelling case that success can be achieved without external investment. Founded in Singapore in 2015, this enterprise software company has not only turned a profit but also expanded regionally, including to Indonesia.
Segari Agritech Startup
Founded in 2020, Segari promises to deliver agricultural products directly from farmers to consumers in less than 15 hours. With a technology-driven approach and a social commerce business model, Segari claims to shorten the distribution chain and provide fairer prices for both farmers and consumers. But is that truly the case?
People behind dental care startup KLAR
KLAR Smile, a local dental care startup focusing on clear aligner services as an alternative to conventional braces, is steadily solidifying its position in the tech-based healthcare market. Founded by David Sugihartana, Ellen Pranata, and Adelia Susanto, KLAR adopts a direct-to-consumer approach, using 3D scanning technology and online consultations to cater to urban youth seeking hassle-free dental treatment with optimal aesthetic results.
SaaS and the Silent Risks
In an age where digital transformation defines the competitive edge, software systems are no longer luxuries but necessities. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms, once the domain of large corporations, are now vital even for small and medium-sized enterprises. Their promise? Efficiency across financial management, procurement, inventory control, and even manufacturing workflows.
Valorant and the Revival of Indonesia’s PC Gaming Industry
Amid the dominance of mobile games in Indonesia, one title has emerged from a platform once considered obsolete: Valorant. This tactical first-person shooter, developed by Riot Games, has not only reignited interest in PC gaming among Indonesian youth but also opened up new economic opportunities in digital industries—particularly esports and content creation.
Metrocom Jaddi Technology: The Wanandi Family’s IT Business
The Wanandi family is one of the most influential business dynasties in Indonesia. From manufacturing and automotive industries to property and media, this family has long held strategic positions across various sectors. Through Metrocom Jaddi Technology (MJT), the family has expanded into the information technology sector—an increasingly vital pillar of the digital economy. Behind the narrative of digital transformation they promote, this move deserves closer scrutiny in the context of business power concentration and potential conflicts of interest.
Prabowo’s Personal Aide
The presidential plane bound to Kuala Lumpur made a quick stop at the Fatmawati Soekarno Airport in Bengkulu on Sunday evening (06/04). The purpose of this short visit was to pick up Agung Surahman, one of Prabowo’s personal aides, who went back to his hometown for the Eid al-fitr holiday. It is not a usual circumstance, to say the least, which therefore leaves us wondering who Agung Surahman really is.
Murdaya Poo passes away
Murdaya Widyawimarta AKA Murdaya Poo, founder of CCM, one of the largest business groups in the country, has on Monday (Apr 7) passed away in Singapore from complications related to cancer.