LABUAN: Neurogine Group, a financial technology (fintech) developer for mobile banking, payment and investments, will develop a mobile-centric digital platform worth RM3 million for the Scouts Association of Malaysia, Sabah branch (SAMSB).
Neurogine Group Chief Executive Officer Owen Chen Chee Onn said the group would leverage its experience and expertise to help SAMSB digitalise its communications and operations.
“We have the technology to enable SAMSB to digitalise its operations, then streamline critical areas rapidly, efficiently and effectively.
“We anticipate a 90-day development period, leading to a roll-out within four to six months, barring any complications. The time frame is also needed to train and familiarise SAMSB personnel with the platform,” he said.
SAMSB Council Chairman Datuk Yahamad Budin said such a platform was needed to transform the association and enable efficient administration and communication among its six divisions, which comprise 48 districts and potentially reach more than 120,000 youths and adults.
“The Council has studied and approved this collaboration. By being mobile-centric, with mobile applications, digital membership cards, mobile payments and more, we expect this digitalisation exercise to realise cost savings, plug potential financial leakages and increase our reach,” he said.
Meanwhile, Yahamad said SAMSB plans to form a new unit, Sabah Scout Digital, to serve the unique needs of Sabah, which is serious about developing its digital economy.
He said this unit would train and allow young people in Sabah, from Tongod, Pitas, Telupid, Beluran, Kota Marudu, Kota Belud, Beluran, Nabawan and others, to develop and operate a mobile-first platform, ultimately leading these youth to gain market-ready experience.
“SAMSB, as the largest youth organisation in Sabah, is active in these areas to narrow the digitalisation gap and spark interest among Sabah’s youths.
Owen said that apart from developing the digital platform for SAMSB, it would also mentor the in-house development of new applications to further Sabah’s aim to be a global digital economy participant.
He said that apart from potentially creating new jobs for Sabah youths, this collaboration would have a ripple effect and possibly transform the ease of commercial and social activities in the State.
“With adequate talent in the digital economy, we are hopeful it will also attract investments into the State, resulting in expanded market opportunities for everyone,” he said.
