Press Release: Sawah Cyber Security and Timedoor Indonesia Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Secure and Innovative Applications in Indonesia

September 2, 2025 • News • by Gustu

Press Release: Sawah Cyber Security and Timedoor Indonesia Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Secure and Innovative Applications in Indonesia

Denpasar, 2 September 2025 - Sawah Cyber Security, the first independent Cyber Security firm based in Bali, and Timedoor Indonesia, a leading software development company in Indonesia, officially announced their strategic partnership to strengthen Ind ...

Which Country Is the Best for Offshore Development? A Comprehensive Comparison of Global Offshore Development

June 25, 2025 • by Reina Ohno

Which Country Is the Best for Offshore Development? A Comprehensive Comparison of Global Offshore Development

Offshore development has become a growing trend in Japan, where the population is declining and IT talent shortages are becoming increasingly evident. With low labor costs as a key driver, many companies are attempting to significantly reduce development ...

What is a Bridge SE in Offshore Development? A Comprehensive Guide to Roles and Skills

June 4, 2025 • System Development • by Dennis Timothy T

What is a Bridge SE in Offshore Development? A Comprehensive Guide to Roles and Skills

Offshore development is a common approach used by companies worldwide to outsource software development to overseas teams. In IT offshore development, the role of a Bridge SE (Bridge System Engineer) is crucial for managing technical communication and cul ...

A thorough explanation of the characteristics, personality, and nature of Indonesian men.

June 4, 2025 • Intermezo, Knowledge • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

A thorough explanation of the characteristics, personality, and nature of Indonesian men.

Indonesia is a country where diverse cultures and ethnic groups coexist, and its national character also varies by region. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the characteristics, personality, and nature of Indonesian men, along wit ...

Love in Indonesia: Values and Culture of Romance and Marriage, Differences from Japan

June 4, 2025 • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

Love in Indonesia: Values and Culture of Romance and Marriage, Differences from Japan

Indonesia is a country where diverse cultures coexist, including the world’s largest Muslim population and the Chinese-Indonesian community. Attitudes and values toward love are uniquely shaped by religion, traditions, and family influences. This articl ...

A thorough explanation of the characteristics, personality, and nature of Indonesian women

June 4, 2025 • Intermezo, Knowledge • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

A thorough explanation of the characteristics, personality, and nature of Indonesian women

Indonesia is a country where diverse cultures and ethnic groups coexist, and differences in national character can be seen across regions. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the characteristics, personality, and nature of Indonesia ...

What is Indonesia’s free school meal program Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG)?

June 4, 2025 • News, Business • by Erika Okada (Translated by Dennis T)

What is Indonesia’s free school meal program Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG)?

In Indonesia, the free meal program “Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG),” launched in 2025 by President Prabowo, is attracting great attention.This policy aims to provide nutritious meals to approximately 83 million people to improve children's health and red ...

What kind of wealthy people are Indonesia’s super-rich?

June 3, 2025 • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

What kind of wealthy people are Indonesia’s super-rich?

In Indonesia, which boasts the largest economy in Southeast Asia, a small fraction of the wealthy population has amassed extraordinary fortunes, leading unique lifestyles and exerting significant influence on society. This article provides a detailed look ...

Prayer times and working style of Indonesian Muslims

June 3, 2025 • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

Prayer times and working style of Indonesian Muslims

Indonesia is the country with the largest Muslim population in the world, and its culture, social life, and working environment are deeply connected to the teachings of Islam. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the prayer times and ...

Outsourcing System Development in Indonesia: Key Advantages, Risks, and Optimal Solutions

May 22, 2025 • by Delilah (Translated by Dennis T)

Outsourcing System Development in Indonesia: Key Advantages, Risks, and Optimal Solutions

Indonesia, with the largest population in Southeast Asia, has experienced rapid growth in the digital sector in recent years. An increasing number of Japanese companies are outsourcing system development and production to Indonesian companies with the aim ...

Vietnam’s Rising Offshore Development Costs: Indonesia Emerges as a Strategic Alternative

May 21, 2025 • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

Vietnam’s Rising Offshore Development Costs: Indonesia Emerges as a Strategic Alternative

Why Japanese Companies Are Reassessing Offshore Development Destinations In recent years, offshore development has become a cornerstone strategy for Japanese companies battling the chronic shortage of domestic IT talent. Vietnam emerged as a go-to destin ...

A Thorough Comparison of Offshore Development and Nearshore Development: Advantages and Disadvantages

May 20, 2025 • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T)

A Thorough Comparison of Offshore Development and Nearshore Development: Advantages and Disadvantages

Comparison of Offshore Development and Nearshore Development: Advantages and Disadvantages In today’s business environment, as all businesses continue to digitize, it has become common for companies to utilize software development outsourcing to mainta ...

What is required of offshore development companies in the era of generative AI

May 14, 2025 • by Delilah (Translated by Dennis T)

What is required of offshore development companies in the era of generative AI

Generative AI: Evolving from a Cost Center to a Strategic Partner In recent years, the rapid rise of generative AI technology has fundamentally shaken the development landscape. The conventional development model, which assumed that "humans code everythi ...

Indonesia IT Outsourcing: The Complete Guide 2025 – Why IT Outsourcing in Indonesia is So Hot Right Now

May 13, 2025 • Business, System Development • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

Indonesia IT Outsourcing: The Complete Guide 2025 – Why IT Outsourcing in Indonesia is So Hot Right Now

With the demand for IT engineers becoming increasingly difficult to secure, the need for IT outsourcing is growing. With rising personel costs in Vietnam, which has led the IT outsourcing industry so far, and political instability in Myanmar, IT outsour ...

System Development Methods and Characteristics – Waterfall Development, Agile Development, Prototyping Development

May 13, 2025 • Knowledge, System Development • by Reina Ohno (Translated by Dennis T.)

System Development Methods and Characteristics – Waterfall Development, Agile Development, Prototyping Development

In system development, there are various methods depending on the characteristics and objectives of the project. In the article below, we will explain in detail the characteristics of representative development methods: Waterfall System Development, Agile ...

A Complete Guide to Indonesia’s Telecommunications Carrier Industry: The Fierce Competition Among the Big Three Companies and Starlink

May 9, 2025 • by Dennis Timothy T

A Complete Guide to Indonesia’s Telecommunications Carrier Industry: The Fierce Competition Among the Big Three Companies and Starlink

Indonesia's telecommunications industry is dominated by the three major carriers, Telkomsel, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, and XL Axiata, which are engaged in fierce competition. In 2024, Elon Musk’s Starlink entered the market, creating an environment whe ...

What is Indonesia’s Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP)?

May 9, 2025 • by Dennis Timothy T

What is Indonesia’s Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP)?

When expanding a business in Indonesia, both companies and individuals are bound to face the acquisition and management of the "NPWP" (Taxpayer Identification Number). Unlike the tax systems in Japan or Western countries, NPWP is a central element of Indo ...

2025 Edition: Complete Guide to Indonesia’s Minimum Wages by Province

May 7, 2025 • Intermezo, Knowledge • by Dennis Timothy T

2025 Edition: Complete Guide to Indonesia’s Minimum Wages by Province

Indonesia's minimum wages system is a system designed to protect workers' welfare and ensure they receive an income necessary for living. This time, we will explain the minimum wage announced in Indonesia for 2025 and how the system works. ...

What is Indonesia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund “Danantara”?

May 6, 2025 • News, Berita • by Dennis Timothy T

What is Indonesia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund “Danantara”?

The Indonesian government is scheduled to establish a new sovereign wealth fund, “Danantara Indonesia,” on February 24, 2025. This fund aims to manage and invest national assets effectively, with an initial assets under management (AUM) expected t ...

Business Phrases in Indonesian that are Useful to Remember

May 6, 2025 • Intermezo, Business, Bisnis, Tips • by Dennis Timothy T

Business Phrases in Indonesian that are Useful to Remember

For foreign business owners and managers who are considering expanding into Indonesia or are already operating locally, mastering basic business phrases in Indonesian is essential for smooth communication with local staff and business partners. In this ar ...

How Mobile Apps Transformed Business for Pande Putri and OrangeCare Taiwan

April 25, 2025 • Business, Case Study • by Gustu - Sales Marketing

How Mobile Apps Transformed Business for Pande Putri and OrangeCare Taiwan

Summary By leveraging tailored mobile applications, Pande Putri and OrangeCare Taiwan achieved rapid digital transformation: Pande Putri’s APPMU whitelabel solution drove monthly revenues from up to tens and hundreds of millions IDR and attracted over ...

eFishery Startup Fraud: Why Financial Transparency Builds (or Breaks) Public Trust in Business

April 16, 2025 • Business, Case Study • by Gustu Dharma - Sales Marketing at Timedoor

eFishery Startup Fraud: Why Financial Transparency Builds (or Breaks) Public Trust in Business

Imagine building a business a, an aquatic technology startup like eFishery in this era, a startup you built from scratch, trying so hard to gain media buzz, and then after earning customer and partner or investor, watching your business reputation crumb ...

Success Stories of Japanese Brands and Products in the Indonesian Market

April 9, 2025 • Business, Case Study • by Erika Okada

Success Stories of Japanese Brands and Products in the Indonesian Market

For Japanese companies looking to expand overseas, Indonesia represents an extremely attractive market due to its status as the largest economy in Southeast Asia with a population exceeding 270 million people. In fact, Japanese brands spanning various ind ...

Before It’s Too Late: The Digital Transformation Strategy Your Company Cannot Avoid

April 8, 2025 • Digital Transformation • by Dessrimama

Before It’s Too Late: The Digital Transformation Strategy Your Company Cannot Avoid

The Urgency of Digital Transformation for Traditional Businesses For decades, many successful companies operated with tried-and-true business models. However, in today’s digital age, even the most traditional industries are facing an adapt-or-die scena ...

Complete Guide to Life as an Expat in Jakarta and Cikarang, Indonesia (2025 Latest)

April 5, 2025 • by Reina Ohno

Complete Guide to Life as an Expat in Jakarta and Cikarang, Indonesia (2025 Latest)

For Japanese nationals about to begin life as an expat in Indonesia—especially in Jakarta or Cikarang—many questions and concerns may arise about daily living and how work is conducted on the ground. From how to obtain a visa and find housing to using ...

Things to Watch Out for When Outsourcing Systems to Overseas Offshore Development Vendors

April 4, 2025 • by Dennis Timothy T

Things to Watch Out for When Outsourcing Systems to Overseas Offshore Development Vendors

Offshore development has become a go-to strategy for businesses aiming to reduce costs while gaining access to a global pool of skilled developers. Countries such as India, Indonesia, and Vietnam are increasingly popular due to their competitive labor rat ...

Is Gambling Prohibited in Indonesia? A Closer Look at the Legal and Cultural Reality

April 2, 2025 • Intermezo, Knowledge • by Erika Okada

Is Gambling Prohibited in Indonesia? A Closer Look at the Legal and Cultural Reality

For Japanese and foreign companies operating in or planning to enter Indonesia, understanding the country’s legal framework and cultural values is essential. Among the most strictly regulated areas is gambling , which is prohibited due to complex religi ...

Is Adult or Pornographic Content Banned in Indonesia? A Closer Look

March 31, 2025 • Intermezo, Knowledge • by Delilah

Is Adult or Pornographic Content Banned in Indonesia? A Closer Look

Indonesia, home to the world's largest Muslim population, is a nation where religious values and cultural norms heavily influence daily life. Among the most tightly regulated topics is adult content or pornography—strictly prohibited both legally and so ...

The Reality of Indonesia Poverty: From Urban-Rural Gaps to Structural Poverty

March 30, 2025 • by Reina Ohno

The Reality of Indonesia Poverty: From Urban-Rural Gaps to Structural Poverty

While Indonesia continues to experience economic growth, many people still live in poverty. Although less familiar to Japanese readers, about 8–9% of Indonesia’s population—over 24 million people—live below the national poverty line. Poverty is ...

Basic Understanding and Calculation of Personal Income Tax in Indonesia

March 30, 2025 • Knowledge, Business • by Erika Okada

Basic Understanding and Calculation of Personal Income Tax in Indonesia

For Japanese business owners and managers considering entry into the Indonesian market or expatriate assignments, it is essential to correctly understand local tax systems. In particular, Indonesia's personal income tax (Pajak Penghasilan Oran ...

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