Strategic Modernization and "Digital Visibility" Grant for Malaysian Vaporizer Stores

Executive Overview: Compliance-Driven Prosperity

In response to the current regulatory landscape established by the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), this national initiative provides a comprehensive framework for authorized Vaporizer Stores to maintain both legal compliance and commercial profitability.

The program facilitates the deployment of proven international retail systems to help store owners navigate point-of-sale display restrictions and advertising bans.

By integrating advanced digital infrastructure, retailers can secure their business standing while ensuring long-term revenue stability through private, 1-to-1 engagement channels.

Application Deadline for Program 2026-1

is Currently Set to January 31, 2026

Authorized Strategic Solutions

The following modernization protocols are eligible for subsidized implementation within the BizBooster System framework:

  • AI Digital Employees: Deployment of intelligent virtual agents capable of operating 24/7 across primary communication platforms, including WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, to handle customer inquiries and lead qualification.

  • Digital Stamp Cards: A high-velocity, mobile-first version of traditional loyalty systems designed to drive repeat purchases through native smartphone wallets.

  • Digital Stamp Cards: A high-velocity, mobile-first version of traditional loyalty systems designed to drive repeat purchases through native smartphone wallets.

  • Automated Reputation Management: A systematic protocol for generating verified 5-star Google Business profiles to maintain local map dominance for your store location.

  • Private Inventory Interface: A legally compliant digital shelf that allows verified adults to browse your store's inventory privately on their own mobile devices.

  • Geo-Fenced Awareness: The use of proximity triggers to communicate directly with established customers' lock screens when they are within 100 meters of your storefront.

  • Digital Relationship Cards (DRC): Rapid installation of native business passes into customer Google or Apple Wallets, enabling an unblockable, direct communication channel.

  • Exclusive Operational Technologies: Implementation of additional high-level digital systems currently utilized in Western markets but not yet deployed by domestic competitors in Malaysia.

Operational Methodology: The BizBooster System

The BizBooster System represents an advanced digital architecture for modern retail management.

Developed by experts with extensive experience building systems for diverse industries across the Western world, this technology is now being prioritized for the Malaysian vaporizer sector.

The system serves as a "Digital Brain" for the store, automating the compliance-heavy tasks of age verification and private customer narrowcasting that are now essential for business survival.

Duda Grant Allocation (Program 2026-1)

Financial subsidies are currently available through the Duda Grant to assist with the professional modernization of vaporizer store operations:

  • Consultation Subsidy: The grant provides 100% financing for a professional strategy session (valued at RM1,000) with an international systems expert.

  • Development Grant: Approved applicants may be eligible for total funding of up to RM15,000 for the strategic implementation of business systems.

  • Strategic Advantage: Participants will receive a high-level operational perspective on business protection and growth that is currently unique to the domestic market.

Mandatory Grant Eligibility & Participation Criteria

To maintain program integrity and support statistical case studies, all participating entities must meet the following criteria:

  • Operational Commitment: Store owners must demonstrate the capacity to allocate a minimum of RM400/month toward business growth and system maintenance.

  • Mandatory Video Feedback: Upon completion of the strategy consultation, a short video-form feedback submission is required. This process is mandatory for grant compliance and typically requires less than five minutes.

  • Data Cooperation: Participants must share operational feedback and data regarding the system’s impact on business performance for the program's official case studies.

  • Attendance Integrity: Successful applicants are required to be present and professionally prepared for their confirmed video consultation time slot.

Do Not Miss the Application Deadline

The intake window for Program 2026-V is currently active.

The official deadline for all applications is January 31, 2026.

Please note that the board reserves the right to close the application window prematurely
once the required number of statistical data sets has been reached.

Copyright © 2026 | Dewan Usahawan Digital (DUDA)