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Singapore’s SMEs are rapidly adopting digital tools, but many struggle to turn them into real business gains. The next phase of transformation requires leaders to align technology with core processes, build team readiness, and avoid fragmented, tool‑driven decisions. Ultimately, success depends less on adopting more tools and more on strong strategy, streamlined processes and empowered people.
AI is helping SMEs work faster and more accurately by automating repetitive tasks and improving decision-making. Its effectiveness depends on clean data and clear workflows, which allow automation to deliver real value. Starting small builds momentum and confidence. With structured support and practical programmes, the UOB FinLab guides SMEs in adopting AI sustainably so they can stay competitive in a digital-first economy.
UOB FinLab Vietnam’s Smart Manufacturing Connect explored AI, trade shifts & digital strategies to drive Vietnam’s manufacturing toward a smarter future.
Southeast Asia’s consumers are choosing sustainability—and SMEs must adapt. Green preferences are reshaping strategies, making data-driven insights critical. Analytics helps businesses understand customer priorities, make smarter sustainability decisions, and turn purpose into growth. With UOB FinLab’s programmes and community, SMEs gain the tools and networks to act and build long-term success.
At the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025, leaders explored how trust, interoperable payments, and strong governance will shape SME success in a digital economy. UOB FinLab, celebrating its own 10-year milestone, continues to empower SMEs across ASEAN with programmes and tools to scale sustainably and thrive in an interconnected future.
Upskilling is the key investment that empowers SMEs to fully leverage technology, stay competitive, and thrive in ASEAN’s fast-evolving digital economy.
DHL Express and UOB Indonesia are collaborating to drive sustainable trade and SME growth across ASEAN. Through DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, UOB is reducing up to 80% of emissions from international shipments. The partnership also launched the country’s first GoTrade event in Jakarta to support SMEs in cross-border trade.
At UOB FinLab’s “Digital Gateway to Global Markets” event in Ho Chi Minh City, experts highlighted Vietnam’s growing momentum in cross-border trade. With strong interest in e-commerce and regional partnerships, businesses are leveraging digital tools, financial solutions, and regulatory support to expand globally. UOB Vietnam and Alibaba.com’s Innovative Hub launched a support package to empower exporters, reinforcing Vietnam’s role in the international supply chain.
DKSH Business Unit Healthcare has reached a significant milestone in building a more sustainable healthcare supply chain by successfully tracking carbon emissions across its value chain through a collaboration with UOB FinLab’s GreenTech Accelerator and Smart Tradzt in Thailand.
The SkillsFuture movement is bringing greater professionalisation of adult educators – including a national registry – and more “Queen Bee” companies that support workforce skills development, particularly for smaller organisations.
大华银行获委为“技能创前程行业领头羊”，预计接下来三年将帮助约200家中小企业，以及800名员工提升人工智能、数码和可持续发展方面的能力。
Educators teaching SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)-supported courses for adult learning will soon be required to clock practice hours and undergo regular training, in a move to raise the quality of training, said Education Minister Desmond Lee on July 7.
The Sustainability Innovation Programme (SIP) – a five-week programme designed by UOB’s innovation accelerator, The FinLab, that helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) transform their companies into sustainable businesses.
When it comes to running a business, many business owners may view the adoption of new technologies as a daunting initiative.
The Smart Business Transformation Programme (SBTP) matches SMEs with providers, enabling mutual growth for both SMEs and solution providers.
Khunakorn Dhanasarnsombat, Managing Director of Thailand Knitting Factory Company Limited, a third-generation owner who continues the white T-shirt business favoured by every generation of Thais.
Thai SME Vachamon is one of the biggest importers and distributors of premium-grade fruits in Thailand, but they had bigger ambitions still.
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Designed for business owners to enhance their digital capabilities through practical learning, this programme takes businesses to the next level.
Designed for business owners to enhance their digital capabilities through practical learning, this programme takes businesses to the next level.
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