27 Aug 2025
UNIFI BUSINESS LAUNCHES IMPAK BIZ TO ACCELERATE MSME DIGITAL MATURITY AND UNLOCK GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
KUALA LUMPUR, 27 AUGUST 2025 – Unifi Business, the preferred digital partner for Malaysia’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), has launched IMPAK BIZ, a strategic initiative to help businesses assess their digital readiness and take clear, practical steps towards becoming more digitally empowered.
Launched by YB Datuk Wilson Ugak, Deputy Minister for Digital and available as a complimentary service via biz.unifi.com.my/impakbiz, the digital maturity assessment tool helps MSMEs identify digital gaps and receive focused, actionable recommendations to improve operations, boost productivity, and reach more customers regardless of where they are on their digital journey.
The initiative is supported by a strong network of strategic partners, including Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), SME Corp. Malaysia, CTOS, Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN), Maybank Islamic Berhad, Astro Awani, Rtist, and IPSOS.
The initiative anchors on Unifi Business’ trusted, enterprise-grade digital tools and services, which include:
- Digital consultations with Unifi Business’ Certified Digital Consultants
- Digital marketing and e-commerce enablement through Unifi Business’ solutions
- Access to high-speed connectivity and mobile plans via UNI5G Biz
IMPAK BIZ also includes support and offerings by Unifi Business’ strategic partners, including:
- Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) – Preferential microfinancing offering with competitive rates, simplified documentation, and streamlined submission processes, among other benefits.
- Complimentary Halal certification support in collaboration with Maybank Islamic.
- Free CTOS Business Reports to strengthen financial credibility and decision-making.
- Creative and marketing services by Rtist talents to enhance brand visibility and outreach.
- Automatic entry into the IMPAK BIZ Awards, offering national-level recognition and exposure.
Shanti Jusnita Johari, Chief Commercial Officer, Unifi said, “MSMEs are central to Malaysia’s digital future. With IMPAK BIZ, we are giving MSMEs a clear starting path forward to digitalise their business and reap its benefits through free digital assessments, access to expert guidance, and tools that improve productivity, financial credibility, and online reach. This initiative is about making digital transformation more practical, inclusive, and achievable for every business, regardless of size or sector.”
The launch of IMPAK BIZ reaffirms Unifi Business’ mission to power inclusive digitalisation for MSMEs across the nation and TM’s aspiration to become a Digital Powerhouse by 2030.
To get started, MSMEs can visit: https://biz.unifi.com.my
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