CHAMPIONING ECONOMIC JUSTICE: CDC STRIKES GOLD FOR BREAKING BARRIERS IN PUBLIC PROCUREMENT

BANDAR UTAMA, July 18 (Bernama) -- Commerce Dot Com Sdn Bhd (CDC) has been awarded the Gold Award in the Social – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion category at the ESG Positive Impact Awards 2024, recognising its powerful commitment to reshaping Malaysia’s public procurement landscape through its ‘Hari Bertemu Pembekal’.

At a time when economic inequality continues to limit progress, CDC’s award-winning initiative stands out as a force for change — empowering over 700 entrepreneurs from rural, remote, and marginalised communities in 2024 alone to participate directly in government tenders through the national ePerolehan platform.

Through its bold, data-informed strategy, on-ground execution, and deep collaboration with the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and other stakeholders, the programme has helped small businesses—many led by women and informal traders—overcome digital, logistical, and institutional barriers that once stood in their way.

“This isn’t just a win for CDC — it’s a win for every entrepreneur in Kalabakan, Sebauh, Tenom and beyond who now sees a future within the government supply chain,” said Datuk Muzafar Kamal Shahaluddin, Chief Executive Officer of CDC. “We didn’t just take a system to the people — we made them believe they belong in it.”

Hari Bertemu Pembekal was rolled out across six zones including Sabah, Sarawak, Pahang, and Melaka, with permanent CDC officers deployed on the ground to offer hands-on support from troubleshooting registrations to demystifying procurement standards. Results have been both immediate and sustained: 65% successful registrations, 400+ system logins within 60 days, and a 71% retention rate — a clear marker of lasting engagement.

This Gold win also affirms CDC’s alignment with critical Sustainable Development Goals SDG 8 (Decent Work), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 9 (Infrastructure), and SDG 17 (Partnerships) through its relentless pursuit of equity over convenience.

Looking ahead, CDC plans to scale its impact by enabling community-based peer mentorship, building digital self-help platforms, and introducing a DEI impact dashboard to track long-term outcomes.

With this ESG Gold, CDC cements its role as not just a technology provider — but a national enabler of inclusive growth and economic dignity.
 
About Commerce Dot Com Sdn Bhd

Established in 1999 as a procurement solutions provider, Commerce Dot Com Sdn. Bhd. (CDC) is a government-linked company under the Ministry of Finance whereby the ministry’s corporate arm, Ministry of Finance (Incorporated), holds a golden share in the company. With over 20 years of experience under its belt, CDC has established itself as among the leading procurement solutions providers in Malaysia and has a well-earned reputation for providing exceptional services through its innovative solutions. 

SOURCE: Commerce Dot Com Sdn Bhd

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--BERNAMA