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  • Increasing Digital Talent, ITS Joins Sagara #GoBIGInDigital

    Increasing Digital Talent, ITS Joins Sagara #GoBIGInDigital

    Collaborative actions of government, businesses, and also educational institution plays an important role in digital transformation. Indonesia’s goal to arouse the digital economy needs to focus on increasing digital talent as the technology is already available.

    The governments have set their goal to reach digital transformation through policy-making, and businesses are already transforming their system to digital. The educational institution is also needed as they are the backbone in creating digital talent in Indonesia.

    As one of the most prestigious campus in Indonesia, ITS focus on accelerating digital transformation. Through its annual event “Schematics 2021” ITS is supporting #GoBIGInDigital with Sagara Technology. By presenting quality digital products and also increasing digital talent, this event helps Indonesia to go digital.

    Increase Quality of Digital Talent through Schematics 2021

    For the past two years, we are facing economic downtrends due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The world is pushing every aspect to digital at this hard time. Digital transformation is the only hope to recover Indonesia’s economy and awaken the digital economy.

    Schematics is an annual event organized by IT major of ITS as a way to bolster digital transformation in Indonesia. This event mainly focuses on logic and programming competition. Not only that, but it is also presenting a national seminar on technology.

    Its mission to promote technological advancement to the public helps to increase awareness about the importance of digital talent. With advances in technology, Indonesia is set to bring economic growth to a whole new level.

    ITS also partnering with Sagara Technology and supporting #GoBIGInDigital. Together, they help to increase the potential of digital and transform Indonesia to go Digital. Of course, it includes the importance of increasing digital talent.

    As we all know, Indonesia is still lacking digital talent. From this event, we hope to see many brilliant digital talents in Indonesia. To learn more about Schematics 2021 and attend the event, you can sign up here.

  • Accelerate Digitalization through Digital Talent

    Accelerate Digitalization through Digital Talent

    The digital ‘era’ is surely nothing new. As the world now slowly recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone talks about digitalization again. So, what makes it become a new trend again if the digital part is not new? the answer is pace.

    The pace of adopting technology is a very crucial part. After the emergence of the virus, everyone needs to stand on their own feet before another disruption came to rise.

    Organizations or businesses must adapt and change now. Let’s take a look at Indonesia, how they take advantage of pandemics to adopt technological change.

    Digitalization Pace in Indonesia

    As the government began to push Indonesia towards the digital era, many elements support this decision. From state-owned enterprises, startups, and other businesses have already adopted technology on their system.

    The development of digital talent is also very important, as the adoption began to roll out. To fulfill the digital needs, Indonesia through KOMINFO created Digital Talent Scholarships. It is a way to grow digital talent and give them the needed skills for the industries.

    The digital transformation process is not always going smoothly. Indonesia is facing great challenges from its people. Not many are aware of the importance of digital talent. A better promotion strategy is enough to solve this problem.

    Aside from that, Indonesia is still focusing on building a better infrastructure to support digitalization. If this challenge can be solved, Indonesia can take advantage will be the biggest digital economy in Southeast Asia.

    Startup Role on Accelerating Digital Transformation

    To help Indonesia reach digital transformation, other elements like startups play an important role. Many startups in Indonesia are built based on technological advantage. They try to streamline business processes and deliver faster service.

    Some businesses are also struggling to adapt the technological change due to a lack of digital talent. they are facing a dilemma to recruit professionals or train their workers with digital skills. Thankfully the roadmap of digital transformation is already there.

    To tackle the short supply of digital talent in Indonesia, a startup that focuses on technology like Sagara is ready to help accelerate digitalization. Having many professionals in technology, Sagara offers many digital services to businesses.

    From building a website to smart devices, Sagara Technology helps your businesses in digital transformation. This also accelerates digitalization in Indonesia. So, are you ready to accelerate digitalization and implement technology in your business? If you want to know more about tech, be sure to learn more.

  • The Challenge of Digital Talent Growth in Indonesia

    The Challenge of Digital Talent Growth in Indonesia

    Development in connectivity and computing power, along with technology enhancements, redefines the way people interact. Even if the technology is available, not all countries have access to it. Some countries still lack focus on digital talent growth.

    Despite having almost 274 million in population, Indonesia is still lacking digital talent to support digitalization. To measure the digitalization process in Indonesia, studies say it is still in the nascent stage of digitalization. But due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Indonesia is showing great progress on digital transformation.

    Not long before the pandemic happened, Indonesia has put their concern on the importance of digital talent. Not only that, but Indonesia is also focusing on investing and developing digital technology infrastructure. Without these, the digitalization process will be slow

    Another stimulus to accelerate digitalization is through state-owned enterprises, businesses, and startups. Adapting technological change and using the right tech will help the process. The government is also putting effort into digital talent growth through scholarships and local startups.

    Digital Talent Scholarship by KOMINFO

    The Ministry of Communication and Information or KOMINFO created a Digital Talent Scholarship to increase the number of digital talent in Indonesia. KOMINFO team up with many well-known universities in Indonesia to reach as many people as across the country.

    This scholarship was first initiated in 2018 and still going until now. It is 3-months of training and it has many classes and expertise. What’s cool about this scholarship is it is free.

    On the HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, spokesperson from KOMINFO is also present and said that the Digital Talent Scholarship is an effort to increase digital talent in Indonesia. They also stated that all classes are based on real-world needs, like digital banking. So all graduates from this scholarship can compete and perform well.

    Unfortunately, the majority of these students are on Java Island. KOMINFO said that they keep improving the infrastructure and promoting this scholarship. But until then, it is still a challenge for KOMINFO and others to promote the importance of digital talent.

    Startup’s Role on Improving Skills

    We can say that Indonesia has many startups and it is great for increasing digital talent. Almost every startup is going in digital directions. This is due to improving services to customers and streamlining their businesses.

    Even with many startup companies, the need for digital talent is still high. Not many startups are nurturing their digital talent, but recruiting others for digital positions. It is still hard for newcomers and fresh graduates to be digital talent because of the job requirements.

    Luckily, one of the Indonesian Startups is aware of this. Through their event called HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, Sagara Technology is ready to unleash the digital potential in Indonesia. Attended by many experts from different backgrounds, Sagara hopes that all elements can cooperate to increase Digital Talent Growth in Indonesia. To watch the full event, click here.

  • HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 – Day 2

    HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 – Day 2

    In case you missed Day-2 of HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, we have wrapped up our webinar just for you!

    Indonesia’s ambition to involve the digital role as a driver of the national economy involves the role of companies created by the nation’s children to contribute to the state in the technology-based development of Indonesian human resources.

    Therefore, Sagara Technology in collaboration with Tech in Asia was holding the first HR event organized: “HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021” on October 22nd and 23rd, 2021.

    You can read about Day 1 of the event here.

    HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 – Day 2

    Just like on Day 1, HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 – Day 2 consisted of two sessions and was attended by many HR professionals, HR enthusiasts, CTO, VP IT, and more.

    Session 1

    In the first session, the panelists were Pratomo Soedarsono as Head of HR Bank Jago, Ute Tanusaputra as People Partner Lead Dkatalis, Lisa Qonita as Head of HR Development Indosat Ooredoo, and Ricky Jeremiah as Chief Technology Officer Cicil.

    In this session, you will get insights and knowledge about how to make strategic ways to classify the quality of Digital talents.

    Intrigue to watch the whole record of this session? You can watch the video of Day 2, Session 1 here!

    Session 2

    Session 1 was followed by Session 2 with the topic “Talent Transformation for Digital Transformation”. This session consists of two parts: the fireside chat and panel discussion.

    First, there was the fireside chat that discussed “Fundamental factors for a successful HR digital transformation”. This session with Evelyn Yonathan, Chief People Officer of Lazada Group, has some discussion points, namely why HR transformation is needed, what the stages of HR transformation, how to start HR digital transformation, and how to link business strategy and HR empowerment strategy (digital talent).

    Thereafter, there was a panel discussion with the title “Improving HR Performance to Win Digital Talent War” with ​Annisia Dwi Baehaki as Head of Talent Strategy, Bukalapak; Anzilah Wada as People Experience Lead, Xendit; and Mutiara Aulia W. as Head of Digital Marketing & Partnership, Sagara Technology.

    The discussion points were about what barriers to recruiting and hiring the best digital talent, how to manage risk and reduce hiring costs (hiring costs), what tips for mitigating/reducing turnover, best practices in retaining the best digital talent, and events are held for FREE and are limited.

    You can watch the video of Day 2, Session 2 here!

    It was a great opportunity to expand your knowledge from the experts through HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, isn’t it? Thus, see you at the next event of Sagara Technology!

  • HR Tech Summit 2021, In case you missed it!

    HR Tech Summit 2021, In case you missed it!

    Indonesia’s ambition for digitalization involves collaboration across institutions and businesses. Indonesia needs thousands of Digital Talent to achieve this ambition. Sagara Technology and Tech in Asia held “HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021” to support Indonesia’s Digitalization.

    As one of the tech companies in Indonesia, Sagara Technology has the ultimate vision to become one of the pioneers in contributing to the country in the field of technology. To show its commitment, Sagara is ready to provide 1.000 of Digital Talent through this event.

    HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021

    The 2-days event was held on October 22nd & 23rd, 2021 mainly talks about the role of human resources in the digital era. As we all know, Indonesia is the world’s fourth-largest country by population. Unfortunately, it is still lacking digital talent to support digitalization.

    Many prominent speakers are at the event to give meaningful insight on changes in human resources. Ministry of KEMENPAREKRAF, Sandiaga Uno attended this event to give support and statement. He hopes that all elements of stakeholders collaborate and synergize to accelerate digitalization in Indonesia.

    The spokesperson of the Ministry of KOMINFO, Dedy Permadi also give warm welcome to the event. He said that it is very important to nurture Digital Talent in Indonesia. As we mentioned before, Indonesia needs more skillful people in digital to achieve digitalization in Indonesia.

    HR Tech Summit Day 1, Session 1

    The first session of the event is about the advantage of digital outsourcing talent for the company. HR Professionals from KOMINFO, Glints, KEMENKES, and Sampingan express their understanding about DIgital Talents.

    All speakers on the 1st session agreed that Digital Talents need to adapt to technology to grow business. Farida Dwi Cahyarini from KOMINFO said that Indonesia is rolling out digital training across Indonesia. To see more on the 1st Session on Day 1 HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, continue here.

    HR Tech Summit Day 1, Session 2

    The next session of the event is about employee recruitment strategy in the digital era. Notable speakers from PT. Aviasi Pariwisata Indonesia, Talenta by Mekari, DANA, and BRI gave their insight on Digital Talent Recruitment.

    In this session, speakers note that Digital Transformation is changing everything. Therefore, adapting and changing the recruitment process is important. Developing and Grooming Talent is necessary to fulfill Digital Talent in Indonesia. To understand better, you can see the full video of this session here.

    It’s a Wrap!

    We already recorded the HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 event. To sum up, Indonesia has one of the biggest populations in the world. Unfortunately, digitalization in Indonesia is still a slow process. It needs collaborative action from all stakeholders to achieve Digitalization and increase Digital Talent in Indonesia.

    Sagara Technology and Tech in Asia organized this event aims for HR to help improve digital talent in Indonesia. To see all sessions on Day 2, you can click here and here. Hope you enjoy the show and find meaningful insight from all HR Professionals.

  • Software as a Service Impact on Software Industry

    Software as a Service Impact on Software Industry

    Remember when every software you want is on a disk? You have to buy the disk and install it on your computer to use the software. But the thing is it can only be used on that one computer. While cloud computing becomes a thing, the software company is also changing by using Software as a Service (SaaS).

    The advanced development of cloud computing fundamentally change how the software industry operates. By hosting their software, software companies can cut the cost of using disk to install and transfer to SaaS.

    One of the SaaS products that are commonly used is Office 365, where you can open your file on multiple devices. But why do many software companies change their service by using SaaS?

    Reasons of using Software as a Service for companies

    There are many reasons why Individual Software Vendor (ISV) is moving towards SaaS. Not only it benefits the company, but customers can feel the benefits of SaaS. By looking at the benefits, it can tell clearly why ISV is transferring to SaaS. And here are some benefits of using Software as a Service:

    Expanding the market and acquire new customers

    The software company that develops SaaS versions of their software, can offer a lot to customers. By having SaaS products, ISV can sell to a more customer base and unlock new segments. this is because SaaS offer cheaper cost and ease of use on multiple devices.

    Reduce Cost and Complexity

    One of the SaaS benefits is cheaper to maintain. Using unified infrastructure helps customer to lower their cost on the operation. Other than that, customers can relieve themselves of the complexity of their hardware infrastructure and the compatibility issues.

    Integration on Cloud Services

    The integration on Cloud Service means the customer is gaining more value. Cloud platform ecosystem brings minimal integration and less requirement to use. Many companies using SaaS can add more features and capabilities to their products.

    Customers Ask for Software as a Service

    The customer is always looking for a fast and reliable product. With many devices lingering around, cross-platform become a basic requirement of a product. This means the customer can access their data anywhere and anytime.

    SaaS Impact on Software Industries

    Looking at the many benefits above, many companies have to shift their product to SaaS. ISV don’t have to transfer all their product on SaaS, but they can make a version it. By using SaaS products, ISV can compete in the market and helps Cloud Computer development.

  • #GoBIGinDigital With Sagara Technology at HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021

    #GoBIGinDigital With Sagara Technology at HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021

    Covid – 19 It is a challenge for Human Resources to recruit the right and relevant candidates for the company. Currently, we can develop massive technological developments to find candidates who fit the criteria. Such as Human Resources technology proposed by Sagara Technology. Sagara Technology will hold an event, namely HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021.

    HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021

    The rapid development of technology today requires all companies to be able to develop in the digital sphere. Sagara Technology, one of the companies engaged in technology, continues to strive to create great ideas and invest time in product development that contributes to the future of technology by demonstrating its commitment to developing a work ecosystem with digitally talented human resources.

    This native Indonesian technology company has the ultimate vision to become one of the pioneers in contributing to the country in the field of technology, one of which is through the first HR event organized by Sagara Technology in collaboration with Tech in Asia: “HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021”.

    Carrying the concept around the development of Indonesian human resources, HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 is held to introduce the importance of digital talent for the growth of corporate digitalization.

    Furthermore, this event explores current HR trends to recruit digital talent and Sagara’s role in helping to generate the best startups in the country by providing the best digital talent in Indonesia. 

    HR Tech Summit’s 2021 Speakers

    The #GoBIGinDigital campaign, which was previously described, is a form of Sagara Technology’s dedication to continuing to advance the Indonesian economy which is fully digital-based.

    Moreover, it is supported by many prominent speakers ranging from Dr. Hedi M. Idris as Head of Center for HRD on ICT Profession and Certification Kemkominfo, Setiaji as Chief of Digital Transformation Ministry of Health, Herdy Harman – Human Capital Observer Telkomsel, Abd. Wahid Wijaya – VP Culture Transformation BRI, Pratomo Soedarsono – Head of HR Bank Jago, Lisa Qonita – Head of HR Development Indosat, and a number of other HR professionals which will be held on October 22nd & 23rd, 2021.

    Registration link for HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021

    One of the main event sessions is a form of collaboration between Sagara Technology and Tech In Asia as one of the Asian media that focuses on Tech Company. The registration link to participate in this event is here.

    With the holding of the HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, it is hoped that many companies that need digital talent can develop while adapting systems that are integrated with Sagara Technology as a solution for developing business technology in Indonesia and to contribute to the future development of Indonesian technology. 

  • Sagara Tech Inviting HR Professional, Pushing Indonesia Digitalization

    Sagara Tech Inviting HR Professional, Pushing Indonesia Digitalization

    Indonesia’s big ambition to reach the digital economic era is sure to happen. To achieve that, Bank Indonesia put a plan on optimizing digital talent and digitalizing economic development. HR Tech is needed if Indonesia wants to build a digital ecosystem.

    The rapid development in technology is inevitable. Human resources, workers, and businesses must adapt to the new trend to survive. In order to fulfill the high demand for digital skills, human resources need to optimize their digital potential.

    As one of the technology companies in Indonesia, Sagara Technology commits to developing great ideas and continues to contribute to the future of technology. This company is developing a work culture by having human resources with digital talent. To make this happen, Sagara Technology team up with Tech in Asia launching its first HR event: “HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021”

    HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021

    Nowadays, we live in a technology-driven ecosystem. Along with that, Indonesia is planning to enter the Industry 4.0 era. In order to support national digitalization, it requires a lot of digital talent in the country.

    The development of human resources in Indonesia is the main concept behind this event. The goal of this event is to promote the importance of digital talent for business growth. It also explores HR Trends in recruiting digital talents.

    To help Indonesia reach the digital economic era, Sagara technology plays a role in creating the best startups in the country. Aside from that, Sagara also helps companies by providing the best digital talent in Indonesia. Furthermore, it is a realization of the companies vision to contribute technology for Indonesia.

    Many reputable speakers ranging from government institutions, associations, industry players, and academics are here to support this event. One of them is the Ministry of KEMENPAREKRAF, Sandiaga Uno, who appreciates Sagara Technology and Tech in Asia for the HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021. This event will be held on October 22nd & 23rd, 2021.

    HR Professionals like Dr. Hedi M. Idris as Head of Center for HRD on ICT Profession and Certification Kemkominfo and Setiaji as Chief of Digital Transformation Ministry of Health are also on the event. The aim of the event is to discuss increasing the capacity and competence of Indonesian digital Talent.

    Calling HR Professional throughout Indonesia

    The HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021 is here for all HR Professionals. Many topics around digital talent will be discussed. As the Ministry of KEMENPAREKRAF, Sandiaga Uno states, he hopes that all stakeholders collaborate and synergize in accelerating digitalization in Indonesia.

    Another main event session is the cooperation between Sagara Technology and Tech in Asia, as one of the tech-focused media in Asia. You can click here to participate and get many insights and knowledge on digital topics.

    From HR Tech Summit Indonesia 2021, the outcome is to help many businesses to find the best digital talent in Indonesia, growing their business with an integrated system provided by Sagara Technology as a business technology solution in Indonesia. Furthermore, contributes technology and helps digitalization in Indonesia.

  • Easy Copywriting Formula for Your Business (Psst, Just 3 Steps!)

    Creating killer copywriting for business is hard. But killer copywriting obey one formula: PAS. You can learn to make great copywriting by practicing this formula.

    Why is it important? Well, copywriting takes a huge role in digital marketing. Copywriting is a way that is able to persuade the readers to take actions you (your business) want. For example, buy a product, use a service, subscribe to a newsletter, and so forth.

    Someone who works in this field is called a copywriter.

    What is the copywriting formula?

    As I stated earlier, the timeless copywriting formula is PAS. PAS stands for Problem, Agitation, Solution.

    Problem

    Knowing the problem is the first thing of solving anything. When doing copywriting, you need to layout the problem faced by your readers. By doing so, you let them know that your business is aware of what they have been through.

    It will be easier to get to know products or services from a business that knows you, won’t it?

    For example:
    “Want to be fluent in Spanish but you don’t know where to take lessons?”

    Agitation

    The next formula is agitation. After realizing the problem, now it is time to stir things up. This part is kind of tricky because you need to make the problem more painful and the readers more emotional, yet you also do not want them to be discouraged.

    Show them that there is a way out.

    For example:
    “No tutoring near your house? Or having trouble choosing which is the best?”

    Read More — 3 Reasons Why You Need Content Writing

    Solution

    The last part is the solution. After laying out the problem and agitating it, introduce the solution. This is the time for you to show your products or services.

    For example:
    “Don’t worry, you can learn from home now! SPANISH FRIENDS has helped 100 people speak Spanish fluently. Check out their testimonials here!”

    Here is the example of copywriting as a whole using the PAS Formula:

    “Want to be fluent in Spanish but you don’t know where to take lessons?

    No tutoring near your house? Or having trouble choosing which is the best?

    Don’t worry, you can learn from home now! SPANISH FRIENDS has helped 100 people speak Spanish fluently. Check out their testimonials here!”

    Below is another example as you can see on the current homepage of Sagara Technology.

    Application of copywriting formula on Sagara's current homepage
    Application of copywriting formula on Sagara’s current homepage

    Go Big with Sagara — Problems

    Plan, build, grow digital products. continuously delivering impact — Agitation

    Consult now — Solution

    That’s all the copywriting formula for your business and the examples. Now it is your turn to try this formula!

  • Internet of Things vs Artificial Intelligence, What is the difference?

    Internet of Things vs Artificial Intelligence, What is the difference?

    The rapid development of technology is cool, yet challenging. It starts with basic things like smartphones, laptops, or even tablets. There are also smarter technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) that changes our life and business.

    Everyone needs to learn and adapt this technology in order to keep up with the technological change. It is not easy to adapt to new things, especially technology. But let’s not forget that technology like the Internet of Things brings a lot of benefits when we use it right.

    Before using IoT or AI, we need to know the difference and the limitation of these technologies. This will help us identify the right technology for our needs.

    So What is Internet of Things?

    Well, in simple terms IoT means computers or devices that communicating over the internet. This devices send information on the web thus create an ecosystem of shared data to execute certain task.

    Internet of Things can be found in business such as farming and manufacturing. Basicaly IoT makes everything “smart” by emmbeding simple technology like television or toaster with sensors. So these device can be controlled from the Internet.

    There is a lot to offer from using IoT. It makes device more convenience and efficient to use. Large-scale application of IoT is already here, like monitoring environmental condition. To get a better grasp of Iot you can read more aboutIoT here.

    Difference between IoT and AI

    For starters, AI is the ability of computer to learn and process robust datasets and perform actions like problem-solving. It is like how we learning from mistake and experience, but in computer world, this “mistake” or “experience” is based on data.

    From Siri to YouTube recommendation is some example of AI. Even though it is still narrow in function, but the development in AI is rapid. We can expect AI to do many thing in the future as researchers developing General AI.

    And what is the difference between IoT and AI?

    While IoT is meant for embedding technology with sensors to communicate each other via internet, AI is the expansion of it. For instance, device that use Internet of Things are instructed with code to operate. To expands it’s capability like collecting data and learn, this is where AI kicks in.

    To make it simple, this 5 attribute can explain more about IoT and AI difference.

    Based onInternet of ThingsArtificial Intelligence
    ConnectionInterconnection of device over
    Internet    		Independent machine, interconnection
    is not needed
    InteractionNeeds to interact with humanHuman interaction is not needed
    CostCheaper priceCan be very expensive (depends on
    requirement)
    DependencyIot can’t work without AIAI still working without IoT
    ApplicationSmart Home, Environmental
    Monitoring, Smart Device, etc.    		Face Recognition, Search Suggestion,
    Chatbots, Natural Language
    Processing, etc.
    Difference Between IoT and AI