Resources & Insights
Here we bring you the latest news and insights on compliance, finance, legal and everything business-related.
ISO Certifications and Standards for Businesses
ISO certifications are internationally recognised standards that specify requirements for various management systems. There are several types of ISO certifications available, each focusing on...
Read MoreListing a Company on Bursa Malaysia – Key Things to Know
An Initial Public Offering (IPO) is the listing of shares on a public exchange, and is often seen as a prestigious milestone in a...
Read MoreHow to start an Online Store
E-commerce has exploded exponentially, especially with the fall-out of the COVID-19 pandemic. With relatively low upfront costs and many great plug-and-play e-commerce platforms, it...
Read MoreABC of Company Taxes in Malaysia
In Malaysia, companies are subject to several types of taxes such as corporate income tax, sales & service tax (SST), payroll tax, and withholding...
Read MoreIs Your Business Recession-Proof?
Talk of a possible global recession has been widespread with a number of economists predicting it could happen in 2023. With the prospect of...
Read MoreTaking Care of Compliance
A Sdn Bhd company structure provides a number of advantages including limited liability, tax benefits, and transferability of shares. Nevertheless, operating a company in Malaysia...
Read MoreThe Do’s & Don’ts when Choosing a Name for Your Business
Choosing your business name is like naming your first child. It is a key milestone in the life-cycle of your company. The name you...
Read MoreTop Tips For Managing Business Cash Flow
Proper cash flow management is vital for long-term financial success. A healthy and sustainable cash flow in and out of your business means you can...
Read MoreWhat To Look Out For When Fundraising
Capital is the lifeblood of business. Without capital, you cannot fund your daily operations and grow your business. Finding investors does not have to be...
Read MoreProtecting Your Business: Securing Your Intellectual Property
Business Assets Business assets are anything of value to a company that helps support and promote company productivity, efficiency and revenue. They include both tangible...
Read MoreDirectors & Shareholders and Their Role In Your Business
When setting up a new company in Malaysia, one of the first things to get to grips with is the differences in the roles and...
Read MoreLLP or Sdn Bhd? Know The Difference
So, you’re all set to start up your business! Your first important decision needs to be what type of legal entity to form. In Malaysia,...
Read MoreBusiness In The New Normal
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the business landscape drastically. Companies have been forced to change how they run and manage their business, customers, and employees....
Read MoreStarting a Business: 8 Key Steps
Starting a business requires detailed planning and personal dedication. Here is a step-by-step overview on what you will need to do to get up and...
Read MoreSwitching To Digital Benefits Your Business
How Switching to Digital Benefits Your Business A Company Secretary, or CoSec, is responsible for maintaining the record of all statutory documents of a company...
Read MoreStart-up Accelerators in Malaysia 2022
A start-up accelerator is a support programme designed specifically for early-stage, growth-driven start-ups. It involves the participation of a small team of founders per start-up...
Read MoreFranchise Businesses in Malaysia
Starting a business from scratch is a big step, and it involves time and effort and a good deal of risk. If you do not...
Read MoreUnderstanding Different Types of Business Entities in Malaysia
Before starting a business in Malaysia, you will first need to register a business entity with The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) within 30 days...
Read MoreHow to Choose the right Accounting Software
Introduction To Accounting Software Accounting software performs various accounting and bookkeeping tasks to help businesses record and process transactions. This type of software is often...
Read MoreGuide: How to set up a Franchise Business in Malaysia
The article details the steps on how to set up a franchise business in Malaysia. The article includes the cost of starting, financing, laws, and...
Read MorePodcast Session: Process to Set up a Company in Malaysia
In this episode, we have Thong Mei Chuen from Quadrant Biz Solutions on the show to discuss the step-by-step process to incorporate a new company...
Read MoreBidding farewell: Closing down a Company with SSM
Closing down a company may be a decision that a business owner may have to make one day if one no longer needs a company,...
Read MoreHow to Register with The Ministry of Finance (MOF) in Malaysia
What is the MOF Registration? Providing services for the government sector in Malaysia can be an interesting opportunity for your company. However, there are certain...
Read MoreWhat are Company Registration Numbers in Malaysia?
In October 2019, the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) introduced a new format of company registration number for all types of business entities. The new...
Read MoreProtecting Your Intellectual Property
Now that you have put in all the hard work in getting your company set up, creating your name and corporate ID, it’s time to...
Read MoreEmployer Contribution to EPF, SOCSO and LHDN
So, the good news is business is picking up and your company’s revenue is on the rise. But there is a constant stream of matters...
Read MoreNavigating The Maze: Statutory Documents of a Sdn Bhd
Navigating your way through tedious bureaucracy is often challenging and can be confusing, especially if you are not familiar with how an organisation is structured....
Read MoreCompany Incorporation Checklist
Are you registering a company for the first time? Use our pre-incorporation checklist to make sure you have everything ready for the process and save...
Read MoreGovernment Agencies in Malaysia
As an entrepreneur or an existing business owner in Malaysia, it is important and never too late to learn about compliance and basic legal related...
Read MoreHow to Change from Enterprise to Sdn Bhd
If a business owner started out the business as an enterprise, i.e. as a sole proprietor or in a partnership, as time goes by, the...
Read MoreBest Accounting Software in Malaysia
Most people are well aware that finance plays an important role when you are running a business. If you are not one of those people,...
Read MoreIntroduction to Sales and Service Tax (SST)
About SST Introduced in September 2018, SST replaced the former 6% Goods and Services Tax (GST) system. SST comprises two parts: Sales tax and Service...
Read MoreUnderstanding Business MSIC Codes
Entrepreneurship has been blooming in Malaysia in the recent years. As of December 2020, there are over 1 million active business establishments in Malaysia. To...
Read MoreCompounds for Non Compliance
As a business owner, there are many aspects of an active company to take care of : strategy, financial planning, sales, marketing, operations, networking, as...
Read MoreVirtual AGM Platforms Deliver Benefits Over Physical Meetings
Running a business can be challenging at the best of times and, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, travel restrictions, geographical constraints and physical...
Read MoreAudit 101: Is my Company Eligible for Audit Exemption?
The Companies Act 2016 requires private companies to appoint an auditor for each financial year of the company to audit its financial statements. The Company...
Read MoreBest Project Management Tools For Your Business
Project management tools are helpful organisational aids that are commonly used to coordinate business projects and tasks among teams. These tools usually offer a range...
Read MoreStatutory Compliance Requirements of a Sdn Bhd
Upon initiating a business as an entrepreneur, there are many (possibly unlimited) skills to hone: many aspects of the business such as strategy, financial planning,...
Read MoreMalaysian Government Grants and Loans
The Malaysian Government plays a key role in providing a conducive environment for the country’s economic sector and is especially supportive of small and medium...
Read MoreWhy Incorporate your Business in Malaysia
Malaysia has been a strategic location for trading for many years. In the 16th century, the Malacca port became a major stopping place for traders...
Read MoreTop Job Portals in Malaysia – Finding The Right Talent
Being a business owner can be very demanding, especially when you are just starting out. You are often juggling everything from front-end to back-end. As...
Read MoreVenture Capital (VC) Landscape of Malaysia
Looking to build up your business to the next level of growth and expansion but not sure how to achieve it? One option that you...
Read MoreCo-working Spaces in Kuala Lumpur – Putting Your Business on The Map
As a new business owner, having a designated workspace is likely to be high on your priority list. Be it working on your own or...
Read MoreHow PENJANA Incentives Can Benefit Your Business
COVID-19 is causing a major impact on business owners and employees alike, because of fear and uncertainty, leaving us feeling powerless, worried and anxious. How...
Read MoreFiling Requirements for Companies in Malaysia
As a business owner, did you know there are a number of mandatory submissions and filing requirements that you have to comply with? At Quadrant...
Read MoreRequirements & Steps to Hire Expats in Malaysia
As with any hiring process, there are laws and regulations that employers in Malaysia have to follow. The same applies when it comes to hiring...
Read MoreUnderstanding Ordinary vs Preference Shares
Now you are ready to realise your entrepreneurial dream, the first step is to decide on your shareholding structure for the owners so that you...
Read MoreWhy Open a Business Bank Account – Benefits & Requirements
The business landscape has changed after Covid-19. The new norms disrupt the old foundation, yet it opens up new possibilities. You may be thinking of...
Read MoreHow to Choose a Good Name for your Company
A clear and powerful business name is a fundamental part of your brand identity and how your company is perceived in the market. It plays...
Read MoreHow to Change Your Company Secretary
It’s not uncommon for companies to change their company secretary, especially if they’re looking for a pair of capable hands to manage their corporate administration...
Read MoreRoles & Responsibilities of Upper Management
Starting a new company can be an intimidating prospect for anyone, especially if you’re unsure about the roles and responsibilities of each person involved. Typically,...
Read MoreCompany Secretarial Practice Made Easier with Technology
The role of the Company Secretary is critical in bridging the gap between regulatory authorities and the organisation. As such, keeping track of multiple client...
Read MoreBusiness & Compliance Terms Glossary
Navigating the many different business terms flying about in Malaysia can be somewhat intimidating, especially if your background is not in business or law. To...
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