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  • Paydibs Launches COD Solution That Integrates Payment and Delivery in One Seamless Process

    Paydibs Launches COD Solution That Integrates Payment and Delivery in One Seamless Process

    Paydibs Sdn Bhd has introduced a new cash-on-delivery (COD) solution designed to streamline the payment and shipment process for merchants by integrating both functions into a single workflow. The newly launched feature allows businesses to manage COD transactions seamlessly from the point of checkout through to fulfilment, offering a more efficient and simplified approach to handling COD orders within one unified system.

    The rollout begins with an initial collaboration with a national logistics provider, with Pos Laju serving as the first fulfilment partner. Paydibs plans to gradually expand the solution to include additional logistics providers in the coming quarter, providing merchants with greater flexibility and wider delivery options as the platform continues to grow.

    With the introduction of this feature, the COD option is now available directly on the Paydibs eCommerce checkout page. Merchants can offer “Cash on Delivery – COD” alongside other payment methods such as credit or debit cards and online banking, creating a seamless and convenient checkout experience for customers. This integration allows merchants to manage multiple payment options within the same platform without the need for separate systems.

    COD remains a popular payment method among Malaysian consumers, largely due to the flexibility and sense of security it provides when making online purchases. However, managing COD orders has traditionally involved operational challenges such as manual tracking, fragmented processes between payment and logistics providers, and complicated reconciliation procedures.

    Paydibs’ new COD feature addresses these challenges by allowing merchants to activate COD directly through their existing Paydibs setup without requiring additional system integration. Through a single dashboard, merchants can oversee both digital and COD payments, monitor order status, track delivery progress, and access settlement information in real time. This consolidated approach helps reduce administrative complexity and provides greater transparency throughout the transaction process.

    The solution also improves operational efficiency by automatically triggering shipment and fulfilment workflows once a COD order is confirmed at checkout. By connecting payment confirmation with the logistics process, the system simplifies order management and reconciliation across the entire transaction lifecycle.

    Tee Kean Kang, Chief Executive Officer of Paydibs

    According to Tee Kean Kang, Chief Executive Officer of Paydibs, COD continues to play a significant role in Malaysia’s eCommerce ecosystem. He explained that the company’s goal is to reduce operational complexity for merchants by creating a unified payment-to-shipment flow that simplifies processes from checkout to fulfilment and final reconciliation.

    By reducing friction in COD management, Paydibs aims to help merchants focus more on growing their businesses while ensuring customers enjoy a smooth and reliable online shopping experience. As the solution expands to include more logistics partners in the future, merchants can expect even greater flexibility in managing deliveries and COD transactions within a single platform.

  • Paydibs Strengthens Malaysian Merchants by Promoting Digital Inclusion

    Paydibs Strengthens Malaysian Merchants by Promoting Digital Inclusion

    Across Malaysia, small business owners are increasingly transforming the way they sell, manage, and connect with customers, signaling a broader shift in the nation’s digital economy. From retailers integrating online ordering systems to street food vendors experimenting with digital payments, each small adaptation highlights the growing role of technology in everyday commerce. While Malaysia’s digital infrastructure and innovation are important, the true measure of progress lies in the breadth of participation among small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Recognizing this, Budget 2026 has allocated RM150 million to accelerate SME digital adoption and RM200 million to support innovation commercialization, demonstrating the government’s confidence in small businesses as drivers of digital growth.

    Despite consumer enthusiasm for cashless living, many SMEs face challenges such as rising operational costs, limited resources, and competing priorities. A recent Visa study revealed that only one in three SMEs have begun digitalizing their operations, underscoring the need for practical, affordable, and accessible digital tools. This is where digital inclusion becomes critical, enabling small businesses to integrate seamlessly into the digital economy without added complexity or cost. Paydibs, as a Registered Merchant Acquirer under Bank Negara Malaysia, is actively addressing this need through its NEO smart terminal and online platforms. By combining QR payments, card acceptance, and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) solutions, Paydibs allows merchants to process payments efficiently, access funds quickly, and manage their operations with a unified, cost-effective system.

    Digital inclusion extends beyond technology; it’s about accessibility and opportunity. Paydibs’ partnerships, such as with Alipay+, allow local merchants to accept payments from over 15 global e-wallets, opening the door for SMEs to reach international consumers and engage in cross-border trade. Furthermore, real-time transaction data empowers merchants to make informed business decisions, optimize inventory management, improve cash flow, and even qualify for financing. Inclusion, therefore, is both practical and strategic—it transforms digital adoption from an abstract goal into an everyday reality for businesses across Malaysia.

    As the nation aims to build a high-value digital economy, collaboration between regulators, financial institutions, and technology providers becomes essential to ensure participation is inclusive, secure, and sustainable. Digitalization is no longer just a matter of adoption; it is a question of equity. From night market stalls to large retail chains, every merchant must feel equipped to compete in the digital space. By making inclusion the foundation of Malaysia’s cashless future, the country can create a connected, resilient, and widely owned digital economy. Paydibs continues to empower Malaysian businesses on this journey, offering solutions that make digital participation accessible and impactful for all.