Developing the Industry 4.0 Ecosystem: Collaboration between Government and the Private Sector

Jakarta, INTI - In an era of rapidly advancing digitalization, the development of the Industry 4.0 ecosystem has become one of the main priorities of the Indonesian government. During the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) themed Developing the Smart Machine and Robotics Ecosystem to Accelerate Industry 4.0, Yan Sibarang Tandiele, Director of Machinery and Agricultural Equipment Industry at the Ministry of Industry, highlighted the importance of collaboration between the government, private sector, and academia in building a robust ecosystem to support digital transformation in the industrial sector.

Yan explained that the manufacturing sector has great potential to be the main driver of Indonesia's economy. "The contribution of the manufacturing sector to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the second quarter of 2024 reached 18.52%, with year-on-year growth of 3.95%. This indicates that the sector has strong resilience in facing global economic challenges," said Yan. He added that the development of the Industry 4.0 ecosystem is a crucial step to ensure the sustainability of this sector's growth.

In an effort to accelerate the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, the Indonesian government continues to encourage investment in priority sectors, including the food and beverage industry, basic metals, and chemicals. "Investment in these priority industries must be supported by increased productivity and better technology mastery. Without technology mastery, it will be difficult for our industries to compete in the global market," Yan stated.

The Inti Root exhibition at Indonesia Technology and Innovation (INTI 2024) serves as one of the main platforms for promoting Industry 4.0 technologies in Indonesia. As the largest B2B exhibition in Indonesia, INTI 2024 showcases various advanced technological solutions that can help companies in Indonesia accelerate their digital transformation. "This exhibition is a golden opportunity for Indonesian companies to see and learn about the latest technologies that can improve their efficiency and productivity," Yan said.

Collaboration with the Indonesian Industrial Robot Association (ASRII) in organizing INTI 2024 underscores the importance of synergy between the government and the private sector in developing the robotics ecosystem in Indonesia. ASRII, as an organization focused on the development of robotics and automation technology, plays a vital role in supporting the government in promoting the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies. "This collaboration ensures that the ecosystem we build not only supports technological advancement but also strengthens the competitiveness of our industries globally," Yan remarked.

In the context of developing the Industry 4.0 ecosystem, Yan also emphasized the importance of enhancing the capacity of Human Resources (HR) in the technology field. "Superior HR is the key to successful industrial transformation. We need to ensure that our workforce has the necessary skills to operate and develop advanced technologies that form the backbone of Industry 4.0," he added.

Through this FGD, Yan hopes to encourage closer collaboration between the government, the private sector, and educational institutions in developing the Industry 4.0 ecosystem in Indonesia. "Only through close cooperation can we ensure that Indonesia is ready to face the challenges and seize the opportunities offered by the fourth industrial revolution," Yan concluded.