Guides
Browse our library of practical guides for Malaysian SMEs. From registering your business to scaling across channels — each guide is written for the realities of doing business in Malaysia.
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e-Invoice Malaysia: The Complete SME Guide
Businesses under RM1 million annual revenue are currently exempt from e-Invoice. Above that, mandatory phases have rolled out by turnover tier since August 2024. Any single transaction over RM10,000 needs an individual e-Invoice regardless of phase. Full timeline and how to comply below.
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EPF, SOCSO & EIS: The Complete Employer Guide
Employee EPF is 11%; employer EPF is 13% (wage ≤RM5,000) or 12% (above). SOCSO and EIS are capped at a RM6,000 monthly wage ceiling. All three, plus the HRD Corp levy if it applies to you, are due by the 15th of the following month. Full rate tables and calculation examples below.
6 min read
Marketplace SEO: Ranking Higher on Shopee & Lazada
Optimise your product listings for marketplace search algorithms. Keyword research, title optimisation, and ranking factors for Shopee and Lazada.
2 min read
Scale Your Online Store Across Multiple Channels
Expand from one platform to many. Multi-channel selling strategies, inventory synchronization, and operations management for Malaysian e-commerce.
2 min read
Best Couriers in Malaysia — 2025 Comparison Guide
Compare J&T, Ninja Van, Pos Laju, and DHL eCommerce for your Malaysian e-commerce business, with live rates on Delyva. Pricing, coverage, and integration guide.
2 min read
Understanding P&L, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow
Read and understand your financial statements. Profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statement explained for Malaysian business owners.
2 min read
Accounting Fundamentals for Beginners (SME Edition)
No accounting background? No problem. Learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, ledgers, and financial records for your Malaysian SME.
2 min read
Employment Act 1955: Malaysia HR Compliance Fundamentals
Since 2023, the Employment Act 1955 covers every employee regardless of salary — but its overtime and working-hours provisions (Part XII) only apply automatically to employees earning RM4,000/month or below. Coverage rules, leave entitlements, and termination rights below.
6 min read
How to Start a Brand.com Site for Your Malaysian Business
Launch your brand website from scratch. Domain, hosting, platform selection, and content strategy for Malaysian entrepreneurs.
2 min read
How to Set Up a Sdn Bhd in Malaysia
A Sdn Bhd costs RM1,000 to incorporate via SSM's MyCoID portal, needs one Malaysia-resident director, one shareholder, and a licensed company secretary appointed within 30 days. Full process, costs, and post-incorporation checklist below.
7 min read
Implement Early-Stage Systems for Growth
Build the systems and processes your SME needs to scale. CRM, inventory, accounting, and operations systems for growing Malaysian businesses.
2 min read
How to Manage Business Finances as an SME
Take control of your SME finances. Budgeting, cash flow management, pricing, and financial planning for Malaysian business owners.
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