What is SmartMFG+ Incentive Programme ?
The SmartMFG+ Incentive Programme by MDEC helps local Malaysia Digital (MD) companies grow by supporting digital solutions for the manufacturing sector. This programme supports Mission 2: Tech Up for A Digitally Vibrant Nation under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP2030) led by MITI.
Selected Tech Solution Providers (TSPs) can receive up to 70% funding or RM75,000 (whichever is lower), along with access to capacity building, financial incentive, test bed, and go-to-market opportunities to enhance, validate, and showcase their innovations. This helps TSPs develop and scale new or improved digital solutions that solve key manufacturing challenges and boost industry innovation.
Why Apply for SmartMFG+ Incentive Programme?
Unlock valuable support including funding, expert guidance, real-world testing environments, and national exposure. SmartMFG+ empowers your team to build, validate, and scale impactful digital solutions for the manufacturing sector.
Showcase & Business Exposure
Get featured at industry events.
Up to RM75,000 in Funding Incentive
Funding Incentive Up to 70% of Solution development cost or up to RM75,000 (whichever is lower)
Access to Test Beds & Expert Validation
Test your solution in manufacturing environments.
Technical & Commercial Training
Build your team’s capability with tailored learning.
Showcase & Business Exposure
Get featured at industry events.
Up to RM75,000 in Funding Incentive
Funding Incentive Up to 70% of Solution development cost or up to RM75,000 (whichever is lower)
Solutions We’re Looking For
SmartMFG+ targets key manufacturing challenges within the following focus domains:
Operational Efficiency & Production Optimisation
Data-driven production system which maximise output while streamlining processes in order to produce more, better, faster, and at a lower cost.
Quality Control & Process Assurance
Control system to consistently achieve highest possible product quality while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Supply Chain & Inventory Intelligence
System that optimises supply chain to ensure smooth flow of raw materials, efficient work-in-progress management, timely delivery, while predicting potential disruptions.
Real-Time Production Intelligence
System for continuous and instantaneous collection, analysis, and visualisation of data from shop floor to gain immediate insights and enable proactive decision-making.
Predictive Maintenance & Equipment Health
Prediction system that anticipates potential equipment failures before they occur to allow for planned and optimised maintenance.
Are You Eligible?
SmartMFG+ is open to Malaysia Digital or MSC-status tech providers with strong local ownership and at least one year of operation. Ensure your company meets the requirements to qualify.
Company Status
- Must be a company registered in Malaysia under the Companies Act 1965 or 2016.
- Must have at least RM50,000 paid-up capital.
- At least 51% Malaysian-owned (individuals or companies).
- Must have MSC Malaysia or Malaysia Digital (MD) status.
Business Operations
- Must be operating for at least 1 year at the time of application.
- Must not be under liquidation, winding up, or facing going concern issues.
Conflict of Interest
- Must declare any business or family relationship with MDEC directors, staff, or consultants.
- If such a relationship exists, MDEC personnel involved must abstain from decision-making.
Blacklist Status
- Must not be blacklisted by MDEC or any authority (e.g., MACC, SC, BNM, SSM).
Multiple Applications
- Companies with common shareholders can only submit one application, unless the shareholder is a venture capital or platform operator.
Previous Funding
- Must not be receiving any other MDEC grant, funding, or incentive at the time of application.
Download the full and detailed eligibility criteria HERE
Ready to apply
for the SmartMFG+
- Submit your application and required documents (proposal, MYDATA-SSM company profile, etc.) through the online form
- Deadline: 13th July 2025