At Telkomsel, we aim to bridge the digital divide and provide communities with access to essential digital resources. By expanding our connectivity, we help more people engage in the digital economy, access important services, and improve their everyday lives. We also work on promoting digital literacy and supporting career development to help individuals build their skills for a technology-driven future. Our goal is to equip people with the resources they need to grow personally and professionally, contributing to a more inclusive digital society.
NextDev is our initiative to empower digital startups and drive meaningful social impact through innovation. Serving as an impact incubator, the program bridges communities to the digital revolution, creating solutions that address real-world challenges across various sectors. By fostering early-stage startups, NextDev contributes to a thriving digital ecosystem in Indonesia, helping entrepreneurs develop applications and innovations that deliver positive social change.
Since its inception in 2015, NextDev has consistently supported the growth of Indonesia’s tech startups, producing over 5,000 applications. These solutions aim to accelerate digital inclusion and sustainability, aligning with Indonesia’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. As technology and digital lifestyles continue to reshape society, NextDev remains dedicated to strengthening the nation’s startup ecosystem, paving the way for a more inclusive and impactful digital future.
IndonesiaNEXT is our flagship program dedicated to nurturing world-class digital talent and strengthening Indonesia’s digital ecosystem. Focused on empowering university students, the program equips young Indonesians with essential skills in communication, creative thinking, and entrepreneurship, preparing them to excel in the competitive global market. Since 2016, IndonesiaNEXT has reached over 79,000 students and certified more than 6,500 individuals, creating a skilled digital workforce ready to drive transformative change. This year, from over 6,000 participants, 32 top talents emerged, with the top three earning the opportunity to learn from global pioneers in Silicon Valley.
Our Internet BAIK initiative promotes responsible and safe online behavior. By conducting workshops for students, parents, and educators, we aim to inspire ethical internet use and foster a secure digital space. BAIK stands for Bertanggung Jawab (Responsible), Aman (Safe), Inspiratif (Inspirational), and Kreatif (Creative).
During 2016-2017, Internet BAIK succeeded in reaching out to communities in 27 cities and more than 84 schools across the country. More than 7,000 students, 8,000 parents, teachers, and 1,613 Internet BAIK ambassadors have participated in our seminars, workshops, training, and e-books for digital literacy.
Featuring inspiring speakers from the creative industry sharing valuable insights and experiences on the latest trends and challenges in the digital creative world.
Workshop is held in selected cities, introducing creative industry programs to students to enhance their knowledge, creativity, and understanding of the industry.
Learn intensively in an offline class with direct guidance from expert instructors in the creative industry.
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are vital to Indonesia’s economic growth, and we recognize their role as essential stakeholders in fostering sustainable business practices. Through the Digital Creative Entrepreneur (DCE) program, we provide SMEs with the tools, resources, and opportunities to enhance their digital capabilities. The program features a comprehensive suite of online seminars, workshops, mentoring, and exhibitions, empowering SMEs to become more competitive on both national and global levels.
In 2023, the DCE program connected SMEs, including women-led businesses and underrepresented communities, to broader networks of entrepreneurs and mentors through initiatives like digital marketing training, live shopping, and tailored solutions via platforms like Kuncie, SME Solution, and MyAds. With over 60 participants pitching innovative ideas to industry leaders, the program continues to foster entrepreneurial growth through the DCE Academy, helping businesses scale and succeed. We remain committed to expanding this initiative, ensuring SMEs play a central role in Indonesia’s sustainable economic development.
Telkomsel Innovation Center (TINC) is part of Telkomsel Ventures, a subsidiary focused on investing in startups. This platform designed to nurture and accelerate tech innovations, turning ideas into commercial-ready solutions. As an incubation program, TINC fosters collaboration with local innovators to address real-world challenges and create impactful digital solutions. By leveraging our strong business foundation and extensive network, innovators gain unparalleled resources and support to scale their ideas. This mutual partnership not only drives sustainable business growth but also enriches our product ecosystem with fresh insights from the startup landscape.
Through TINC, innovators benefit from go-to-market access to our 200 million subscribers and 700,000 retail partners across Indonesia. The program also provides funding from the validation stage to commercialization, along with mentoring and business development assistance. By connecting innovators, partners, and investors, TINC creates a collaborative ecosystem that transforms ideas into scalable and sustainable solutions. Together with innovators, we are shaping the future of digital innovation to make a meaningful impact.
Further information about Telkomsel Ventures and TINC can be accessed at https://www.telkomsel.vc/.
INDICO is our subsidiary focusing on creating values in developing Indonesia’s digital ecosystem. As a digital ecosystem enabler, INDICO plays a strategic role, both as a platform company and a holding company.
As a platform company, INDICO is building three business platforms. They are INDICO Engage (customer engagement solution), INDICO DataHub (data solution), and INDICO Commerce (digital product transaction solution).
Meanwhile, as a holding company, INDICO is nurturing four business verticals. They are Fita (a health-tech startup providing healthy lifestyle solutions), Kuncie (an edtech startup providing skills-upgrading solutions), Majamojo (a game publisher contributing to the progress of Indonesian games from within the country and abroad), and Digital Food Ecosystem (an agritech platform providing integrated end-to-end food ecosystem solutions).
By harnessing telecom’s technological and commercial assets, INDICO aspires to create a new economy, empowering Indonesians and enabling businesses across sectors to advance Indonesia's digital economy.
Further information about INDICO can be accessed at https://www.indico.co.id/
