Shinjiru Quietly Building Its Hosting Business

NOT all entrepreneur stories offer an exciting journey. Some have it plain sailing, relatively speaking, in their journey. Jeffrey Khow, who became a proud father over the weekend, is fortunate to be in this latter category. An entrepreneur straight out of high school in 1998, he and his founders parlayed their coding skills – starting with building websites and troubleshooting tech issues for friends – into a multimillion-ringgit hosting company today, with thoughts of going for a listing. The one constant in their journey has been their ability to learn fast from bad experiences, and to execute. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd was founded by Terence Choong, who is still the chief executive officer. He brought in Khow and Shaun Lim Shan Her as his cofounders. The trio put in a combined RM5,000 (US$1,380 at current rates) to start their business. [Edited with name of third co-founder added.] Choong prefers to stay in the background, leaving sales, marketing and branding to Khow, who is sales director while Lim is the chief technology officer. From a website builder, Shinjiru grew naturally into a hosting company that hit its first million in revenue in 2005 and its first RM10 million (US$2.77 million) in 2012. With an annual yearly revenue growth of 25%, Khow hopes to hit RM20 million (US$5.53 million) in the 2016-2017 period. Yet, most people would not have heard of the company, even though Shinjiru along with Emerge (now listed on London’s AIM exchange and known as Rapid Cloud International) are webhosting pioneers in Malaysia. “We are poor in branding and marketing,” admits Khow. Shinjiru, in Japanese, means ‘To believe.’ This is also an outcome of the fact that they were “just doing it for fun,” he recalls of those early days. “No one expected the business was going to fly and do so well,” he admits. In fact, at a time when there was a land-grab going on for dotcom domains, Shinjiru did not even register for its domain, happy to offer tech services on a project basis while reselling hosting services for companies based in the United States. 18 months later, in 2000, they figured they wanted to participate directly in the hosting business that offered recurring income. Fortunately, the relatively obscure Shinjiru name did not attract any cybersquatters and they were able to register the domain. Thinking they could target the companies they had sold hosting services to earlier, and with the promise of local support, they focused on selling to Malaysian companies. “But it did not work, and this was mainly because Malaysia was still on dial-up access then,” says Khow. They then decided to build their own hosting site and target customers overseas. That first day – no, make that the first hour – was tough, as Khow recalls their first live server going down after just 30 minutes from a virus attack! [Edited for clarity.] “We had a lot to learn about the world of hosting and especially about security,” he says. And they did. The hosting business worked better than expected and helped them land even more international customers, to the extent that 70% of their customers were from overseas by 2002. A lot of the Malaysian customers back then were small and medium enterprises (SMEs) which were manufacturers. Khow credits his entrepreneur father for this. “Because he ran his own business as a tractor manufacturer, he was able to open doors for me to meet many sceptical SMEs which I was able to convince to try us,” he says. The fact that websites were seen as non-critical assets in those days also helped him convince the SMEs to allow Shinjiru to host their sites. 2004 inflection point  Khow (pic above) describes 2004 as the year the business really boomed. He pinpoints a number of reasons. “There was a general improvement in the data centre connectivity and stability in Malaysia that translated to better service for our customers. At the same time, we also just got a lot better at running a global hosting service,” he says. From starting with two data centres in 2002, Shinjiru improved operationally and expanded its data centre delivery to customers by offering five options via the AIMS Data Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Telekom Malaysia’s data centres in Brickfields and Cyberjaya, as well as Telekom Malaysia’s NetMy facility and Jaring’ data cente in Bukit Jalil, a suburb about 20km south of the city of Kuala Lumpur. All in, it claims about 1,600 sq ft of data centre space spread across the five Malaysian-hosted data centres. Overseas, it has 30 server racks, with each rack hosting 20 servers. The second reason for the boom from 2004 onwards was that, having already been in the hosting business since 1998, the market was starting to take notice of Shinjiru as well, also thanks to its SEO (search engine optimisation) efforts. While all was going smoothly, it did have a bitter experience in 2006 when it seized on the new trend of virtualisation and offered such services to the market. However, it found the market was not ready for the service and worse, despite vendor spiel, the technology was not ready either. “It was a very big problem for us then and we felt like guinea pigs,” says Khow, recalling upset customers. Still, seared by that bitter episode, the two gladly sat out the early wave of cloud providers in Malaysia and only got into the space in 2014. “We took our time to observe the market for over two years before finally picking Microsoft as our partner,” says Khow. Shinjiru signed up with Microsoft’s Azure Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) cloud service, the first hoster to offer it from data centres in Malaysia. It was a big deal as it had to convince Microsoft that its quality of service would be good enough to not damage the US tech giant’s cloud brand. This measured pace at getting into the market worked because Shinjiru was engaged by national ICT custodian Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) to be its partner in encouraging Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC Malaysia) status companies to convert their solutions to become cloud-enabled. MSC Malaysia, managed by MDeC, is a national project dedicated to boosting the ICT industry in the country. With the cloud-enablement drive, MDeC and Shinjiru are helping to achieve the aim of Digital Malaysia, a national programme that aspires to transform Malaysia into a ‘digital economy.’ Amongst other areas, the digital transformation programme announced in 2011 targets “to build an ecosystem that promotes the pervasive use of ICT in all aspects of the economy to create communities connected globally and interacting in real-time.” Specifically, among the three strategic thrusts that will leverage on new and existing initiatives to drive Malaysia towards a digital economy, the MDeC-Shinjiru initiative to cloud-enable software applications sits well with the thrust to evolve from ‘low knowledge-add’ to ‘high knowledge-add,’ while developing talents in key industries to become knowledge workers. “We provide and deploy the cloud platform for MDeC, which funds MSC companies with an RM15,000 grant to take up cloud subscription with us,” says Khow, very proud of the fact that MDeC felt Shinjiru’s cloud platform and services were good enough for its cloud push. “We have signed up 45 ISVs (independent software vendors) so far which have MSC Malaysia status, and have a budget from MDeC to sign up more,” he adds. Despite still having a budget to help companies with their cloud migration, Khow’s biggest challenge is that many ISVs still are not aware of MDeC’s programme. While its brand may not be well known, in its own space, Shinjiru is well positioned, as witnessed by its claims of having close to 40,000 SME customers, mainly Malaysian. It used to have more international customers, but Khow is happy with the predominantly local customer ratio he has. “You cannot depend on international companies because their churn rate is quite high as they have higher technical capabilities, which means they can move easily,” he says. “With ‘locals,’ once you build a relationship with them, they will stay with you,” he adds. While he says that going for a listing has been discussed, and with a decision to be made this year, the focus moving forward continues to be on its cloud services and on selling Microsoft’s cloud-based productivity suite Office 365 to its almost 40,000 SME customers. He observes that many are still clinging to their old productivity solutions but believes that it is inevitable they will migrate to cloud-based ones. It is yet another in a long list of services that Shinjiru chooses to focus on, based upon a realistic assumption of where the market or its customers are heading.


Chatbots Explained: The Ins and Outs of Conversational AI

Chatbots have become an increasingly popular technology in recent years, transforming the way businesses interact with their customers. These AI-powered tools are changing the game by providing personalised and efficient customer service around the clock. They are being used by companies in various industries, from healthcare to finance, to streamline their operations and enhance customer experiences. But what exactly are chatbots, and how do they work? In this blog, we will explore everything you need to know about chatbots. We will dive into the meaning and different types of AI chatbots, how they work, and their benefits for businesses and users. We will also discuss the challenges of implementing AI chatbots and the potential for this technology to evolve in the future. Whether you’re a business owner looking to implement chatbots in your operations or a curious reader wanting to learn more about this exciting technology, this blog will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of everything you need to know about AI chatbots.  A chatbot is a computer programme that creates automatic responses to consumer inquiries using artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP), and machine learning (ML). Customers cannot detect they are chatting to a robot, despite this. Chatbots mimic human communication so that users can solve their problems while feeling as though they are speaking to a real person. Chatbots enable businesses to meet the rising need for quick assistance from clients without overtaxing their customer care staff. Basic queries can be answered by chatbots, and they can also serve as virtual assistants. Chatbots can save organisations time by responding to straightforward client enquiries, yet they don’t always replace human customer service representatives. If a chatbot is unable to provide the necessary information, it can always direct your consumers to a human agent and provide a transcript of the exchange.  The two most popular types of chatbots are declarative and predictive, however there are also subtypes of these two types:  You’ve now witnessed how powerful chatbots can be for your company. The use of chatbots has a variety of advantages, such as:  While we’re accustomed to asking Alexa about the weather or using Siri to send a quick text, chatbots have a wide range of uses that go beyond our personal lives. In fact, chatbots have a wide range of purposes in business, such as:  In conclusion, chatbots are transforming the way businesses interact with their customers and handle routine tasks. With advancements in AI and natural language processing, AI chatbots are becoming more sophisticated and versatile, offering personalised and engaging experiences to users. They provide numerous benefits to businesses, including cost savings, improved efficiency, scalability, and improved customer experience. As chatbot technology continues to evolve, they are likely to become an even more critical component of modern business strategies. Overall, the potential of chatbots in improving customer experience, streamlining business processes, and driving growth is significant. As businesses continue to adopt chatbots, we can expect to see even more innovative and exciting applications of this technology in the future.


Take Advantage of AI to Increase Sales

Artificial intelligence can help you improve the output of your sales force. Despite the fact that just 37% of all sales firms presently employ AI in their sales, more than half of well-performing sales organisations make use of AI. It doesn’t imply automating all of your sales tasks. Instead, AI solutions can free up time so that your team can focus more on selling. You’ll discover everything you need to understand before starting with AI in sales in this article, including what it is, why you should use it, and effective AI methods for your sales process.  Artificial intelligence is used in sales to streamline and improve the sales process. Software tools that contain trainable algorithms that handle huge datasets are used for this. Teams can market more effectively and save time with the help of AI solutions. Artificial intelligence systems learn from and apply data in a variety of ways, including carrying out certain tasks and making decisions, predicting behaviour and offering ideas based on past and present data, and intelligently engaging with people.  An inside sales representative spends about 33% of their time actually making sales. Meetings and administrative tasks may keep these experts from connecting with potential clients. A strong possibility to raise your sales operation’s performance and improve this statistic is provided by artificial intelligence. Corporate executives have already realised this. According to a recent Salesforce survey, one of the top sales tools will be substantially more valuable in 2022 than it would be in 2019. By 2025, $37 billion will be spent on platforms with AI, according to Forrester. With its ability to process vast amounts of data quickly, AI can assist with various sales functions. One way AI can help is by adapting quickly to buyer needs, enabling sales teams to respond promptly to changing market conditions. Additionally, AI can assist with personalization, enabling businesses to tailor their approach to individual customers based on their preferences and behaviour. Accessing real-time data is another area where AI can be beneficial, allowing sales teams to make informed decisions based on current market trends. Finally, AI can gather information from multiple platforms, providing a more comprehensive view of the market and customer behaviour. By utilising AI in these ways, businesses can gain a competitive edge and increase their sales performance.  Apart from driving revenue, there are several other key benefits of utilising these technologies. One of the primary advantages is that they can improve efficiency, reducing the time and resources required to complete tasks. Additionally, AI and automation can eliminate time-consuming administrative tasks, freeing up staff to focus on more strategic activities. Another significant benefit is that they enable accurate sales planning and prediction, helping businesses make informed decisions based on data-driven insights. Finally, the use of AI and automation can also increase job satisfaction, allowing employees to focus on tasks that are more challenging and fulfilling. By leveraging these technologies, businesses can streamline their operations and enhance their overall performance, leading to increased profitability and success.  Many strategies can be used to benefit from artificial intelligence in sales. But here are 5 tools that can change the way you conduct business. The process of adding data from outside sources to a company’s database (usually a CRM) is known as data enrichment. This procedure aims to provide a more accurate, thorough, and holistic understanding of a process, lead, customer, or prospect. By efficiently organising and utilising this data, artificial intelligence enables you to optimise this process. The majority of high-end conversation intelligence software uses artificial intelligence to scan sales calls and extract crucial information. Chorus is an example of a conversation intelligence tool driven by AI. This technology makes use of artificial intelligence to understand the context of a discussion, spot important points in sales calls, and even take notice of competitor remarks. Providing your salespeople and sales teams with the appropriate materials and equipment can assist them to close more deals. This process is known as sales enablement. There are numerous approaches and software options for doing this. Which component of the sales process you need to automate or enhance will determine the technologies you use. Yet, given that these proposals call for a lot of information, creating and submitting good responses might take a lot of time. In this situation, sales enablement entails offering solutions to control this procedure. Particularly in the case of artificial intelligence, there are numerous possibilities for simplifying and improvement. The majority of sales experts anticipate their pipeline incorrectly, despite the fact that most of them adhere to best practices and routinely run sales forecasts. Nonetheless, utilising artificial intelligence enables you to drastically lower the likelihood of errors in your sales team. From first outreach until customer onboarding, all buyer-seller contacts that take place during the sales process are referred to as sales engagement. AI can assist in streamlining this process in two different ways:  You can see that there are various ways to use artificial intelligence into your sales procedures. Using one or more of the tools in your sales tech stack, chances are good that you already do this. But, if you want to be more deliberate about bringing AI into your sales process, identifying the areas that may be streamlined or improved is a smart place to start. The next step is to decide which tools best fit your individual requirements.


Why You Need Email Marketing For Your Business in Malaysia

Email marketing is a digital marketing strategy where organisations send emails to their potential and existing customers in order to promote their products and services. It is a powerful marketing tool with a lot of benefits. To send newsletters, you first need to build an email list. Then, you have to subscribe to an email marketing software so that you can blast emails to your audience. Most email marketing software has a drag and drop feature with stunning templates for you to use. It’s super easy to use once you’ve gotten the hang of it. The most prominent benefit of email marketing is that you own your email list and you have control over the platform that you’re using. It is way more reliable than social media because you don’t own your followers or the social media platform that you’re using. Email marketing is undoubtedly a very effective marketing tool however, losing subscribers from time to time is inevitable.   Your sales will increase through email marketing because it encourages impulse buying. Most of the time users subscribe to your newsletter because they are interested in learning more about your products and services. Therefore, sending out special promotions with interesting content will encourage your audience to purchase your products and services.  When sending out emails, you need to share relevant links that direct users to your website. This will not only generate more traffic to your website but will also give your audience a smooth and hassle-free user experience.  Email marketing allows customers to reach out to you easily because they can get your attention just by replying to the newsletter that you’ve sent. In addition, you can also conduct surveys to understand what your customers would like to hear more of from you. This will then help you to conduct more effective email campaigns in the future.  Although email marketing looks expensive, it’s actually not. You just need to make a one-time payment in order to send thousands of emails. Shinjiru offers a super affordable email marketing platform for businesses in Malaysia. You can send out newsletters starting from RM 600.00 for 20,000 emails. That’s as low as RM 0.03 per email!  Sounds interesting? Click here to learn more about our email marketing plan prices in Malaysia.


Application Closed – 100 FREE Web Hosting CLAIMED

Shinjiru is pleased to announce that our 100 FREE Web Hosting package has been fully redeemed. Please be informed that we will no longer be accepting any new applications for this package. We are most grateful that many stepped up since the package was introduced a little more than a month ago – for the purpose of helping out their local communities and manage the Covid-19 crisis online. The remarkable determination of entrepreneurs, humanitarians and educators in reaching out to their target audiences by going online and venturing into the competitive virtual world are highly commendable. Shinjiru applauds you and welcomes your shift towards the Digital Transformation. Should you be ready to take it up a notch, we recommend that you browse our extensive list of services on our website. Please do not hesitate to contact our team who are standing by to assist you.


Shinjiru Deepavali & Birthday Celebrations!

Deepavali or Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights. It is the most important celebration for Hindus worldwide. Shinjiru held a small Diwali celebration on 21st November 2018, . That night was one of the  memorable moment for all Shinjiru staffs.    The menu for that night was Indian Cuisine. The foods was fantastic and delicious.  We had Colorful Rice, Thosai, Chapatti, Spiced Fried Chicken, Mixed Vegetables, Mutton Curry, Spicy Fish Sambal, Dhal Curry and last but not least, Papadom.        Time for a Birthday celebration!    Nevertheless, everyone was having so much fun dancing and singing together.   Congratulations to the Best-Dressed Man of the night, Mr. Sugen!    Congratulations to the Best-Dressed Woman of the night, Ms. Rossha!


Shinjiru Trip to Damai Laut Resort

Shinjiru organized a 3D2N company trip to reward its hard working employees in February 2013. It was held at Damai Laut Resort; with 4 hours travelling period by bus and 36 employees participating in this fun-filled outing. We spent the first night with a gift exchange session among employees where the gifts ranged from earphones to a personalized survivor kit by our fellow creative Marketing Dept! Guess which is the survivor kit? 😛 Among the activities lined up were island hopping, snorkeling, jungle trekking and the most importantly, telematch session for us to understand each other better and of course; to bring each and every one of us closer together. The last night was spent indulging in yummy barbeque filled with fresh seafood together with lucky draw prizes such as iPad mini, iPod nano, hard disk & mini speakers up for grabs ! It was indeed a fun and eventful stay at Resort for Shinjiru’s employees to better understand their fellow colleagues from different Damai Laut departments and it strengthens our relationship. Nevertheless, despite all the sun burns and salty sea water, we truly enjoyed our beach getaway.


Nobody Should Go Hungry, The Purpose Behind Shinjiru’s Food Bank

KUALA LUMPUR 22 July 2021- Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd has founded a food bank that operates every weekday at Wisma Laxton to provide aid to those affected by the enhanced movement control order (EMCO) and full movement control order (FMCO). Launched on the 21st of July, this project aims to help those badly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. This includes those who’ve lost their jobs and do not have sufficient income to sustain themselves or their family during the lockdown.  Since the implementation of EMCO and FMCO in Malaysia, the media has been flooded with people seeking help through the white flag movement. Therefore, Shinjiru has taken the initiative to help society by providing food, cooking ingredients, and hygiene products to those in need. The food bank is open every Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm, and it is located at Wisma Laxton, Jalan Desa, Off Jalan Klang Lama, Taman Desa, 58100 Kuala Lumpur. The table is placed beside Boost Juice, in front of Dita Group. The public is also welcome to contribute any form of donations to the Food bank. All you have to do is to drop by our location and leave your contributions on the table provided. Shaun Lim, Shinjiru Chief Technology Officer, said: “We hope that this project will help those that are negatively affected during this pandemic. If you need help or know someone who needs these donations, please do not hesitate to drop by or share our location with them.” “This project has helped at least 20 people since it was launched. There is nothing compared to all the smiles you see on their faces when the donations help to lift some burden from their shoulders.” he added. If you would like to collaborate with us, please contact 016-223 6932 or send an email to us via [email protected].  [UPDATE] List of items donated as of 21/09/2021


FREE 6-Month Microsoft 365 E1 Trial

Considering many are still adapting to the new normal of working from home (WFH) in response to the Covid-19 outbreak, Microsoft is offering a 6-month Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) E1 Trial, including Microsoft Teams. Claim your special E1 Trial license from Shinjiru, your Microsoft 365 Tier-1 Partner and Reseller. We will provide a promo code for you to sign up for the free trial. Fret not if you are not served by us – contact our team via WhatsApp and we will be standing by to help you. Here are some of the features that you can enjoy during the free 6-month trial period; Who’s eligible? This offer is intended for any customer that’s managed by a Microsoft account representative or partner – like Shinjiru. It is also for organizations – including nonprofits – who haven’t activated any other Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) E1 trials in the past.


The Spirit of Raya is here, let’s share it with our loved ones! – Shinjiru Hari Raya 2018 – Amran Tak Balik Raya! The most memorable times are shared among the closest people. This year we want to celebrate Raya with you – our valued customers because Raya is a time for the opening of hearts. We have prepared a heart-warming video greeting for you and we hope you enjoy it. The hero of the video, Amran, is not able to join his family for Raya, but it does not mean he will not see them when the time is right. We hope this festive season you will replenish bonds with your family and friends with love, support and understanding. homeYour Kampung is where your family and friends are. No matter the distance, no matter the adversity, the Raya Spirit will always bring you . Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri from all of us at Shinjiru!


Shinjiru Deepavali Celebration 2019

Every year, Deepavali is the most awaited celebration for Hindus all over the world. Diwali symbolizes the spiritual “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. In Sanskrit, Deepavali means a row of lights. At Shinjiru, our team has decorated the office with colorful lights, hanging streamers dan beautiful Rangoli. Some of the staff dressed wonderfully for best-dressed competition. On the night, we’re having dinner with Nasi Kandar. We also celebrated the October babies’ birthday. We really enjoy the moments. Shinjiru wishes you a Happy Deepavali! Check out our video and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel! #LifeAtShinjiru


Microsoft 365 for Small Businesses in Malaysia

Shinjiru Microsoft 365 Small Business Plans hold the key towards enhancing your business productivity and improving communications with tools that can help your team perform better regardless of location and the types of device they’re working with. Shinjiru is one of the largest Microsoft 365 Tier-1 Partners and Resellers in Malaysia, so we know all about what it takes to help small businesses thrive in the current digital economic landscape. We have planned our Microsoft 365 offerings carefully to offer the lowest Microsoft 365 Business price in Malaysia.  Feeling sceptical? Shinjiru’s Best Price Policy guarantees that if you find a lower price, prove it to us and we will match the price and top it off with an RM50.00 billing credit! Shinjiru’s Microsoft 365 Business Malaysia plan is primarily for companies with less than 300 users. We deliver highly essential applications for businesses to reach the next level like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Exchange Email all together in one single environment. You can always count on our 24/7 professional in-house Microsoft 365 Support to help troubleshoot your technical issues whenever you need them. As a Microsoft nominated Malaysian Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP), Shinjiru is backed and managed by Microsoft. It empowers our expert-managed solutions and super-competitive pricing. Not forgetting the fact that Shinjiru is also a Malaysian award-winning, leading web hosting solutions provider, which means that you will enjoy a complete Microsoft 365 experience as we provide top-level domain names, servers, and everything else your small business needs to make it to the big leagues. What are you waiting for? Get your Microsoft 365 plan from as low as RM14.31 a month this April. Act now before our deal runs out!


5 Strategies to Boost SEO Ranking Using Your Social Media Channels

Previously we mentioned how social media could be an integral part of boosting the SEO overall. Being one of the leading agencies that provide one-stop SEO services in Malaysia, We will share with you 5 strategies or ways how to make it happen by using your social media channels!  It’s not just social media that always continues to evolve, SEO too, in the sense that search marketing doesn’t stay stagnant. As a top SEO company in Malaysia, we know the dos and don’ts in the SEO industry. For example, what techniques and methods you think were crucial to implement back in 2017 may not be worth it as they seem today. These techniques refer to Google bots and other search engine algorithms. Over time, they have developed to recognise user intent, quality, and content relevance. The benefit of this advancement is that Google can offer users the most relevant content based on search queries. That’s why you must ensure that your content is the cream of the crop. Take your time to research your materials and produce insightful and detailed articles that can relate to your readers. Don’t just stuff target keywords in the blog, as Google bots can easily detect that you are spamming keywords for ranking.  Most prospects or potential clients would snoop on your business’s social media profile on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. It’s common these days for people to do that because they want to know more about your business and company culture. The basic questions like “who are you” and “what do you do” are generally being asked, so businesses must fill those questions out or elaborate more on social media. When your social profile is well-optimized, it is easier for Google bots or crawlers to index your social media profile. Eventually, your target markets and customers can find your business profile online. Nevertheless, consistency is a must as you must update all your social media channels regarding any business updates, not just one or two channels. Other vital parts for optimization:  We couldn’t stress optimisation enough. This time it’s not just social media that needs optimization but Image as well. Visual has been an essential part of marketing, including SEO. Studies have shown that people generally respond quicker to visual content than text materials. The brain can retain 80% of the visuals when it processes, compared to only 20% of text content. It shows how important visuals are to marketing; hence, you must optimise them to boost your content popularity across social media channels and Google search results. Here is how to do that:  Apart from producing high-quality content and optimization, please take note of making your content shareable. It is not just an ordinary share, such as clicking the share button on social media channels. Your task is also to make the content shareable, as it should grab your viewers’ attention. Produce compelling images, captions, graphs, or case studies that could convince your viewers that your content is worth sharing with their networking peers. For example, WordStream came up with a simple SEO checklist that is designed to make readers understand the main idea of On-Page SEO: Having these components like checklists would encourage social media sharing and ultimately boost the reach of your website. Also, don’t forget to utilise calls-to-action as that would assist your audience in re-share your posts.  Social media post captions have always been important to the social media channels and the reputation and how it impacts your business. While there are so many compelling and engaging captions, some experts recently mentioned including storytelling as part of your marketing strategy. For example, you can entice your audience by posting story snippets to get them hooked and make them click and share your posts with their peers. We also would like to remind you again how important it is to include your focus keywords. Apart from giving lovely storytelling to your audience, make sure to include focus keywords for SEO improvement. Lastly, put relevant hashtags where necessary and do content optimization conforming to each social media channel requirement.   Those are the 5 strategies that we believe can improve your SEO performance. At Shinjiru, we provide comprehensive SEO Malaysia services such as On-page, Off-page, technical SEO, Link Building, and local search optimization for companies looking to increase their website ranking.


Shinjiru Web Hosting Among Top 100 SMEs in Malaysia

PETALING JAYA 26 March 2021 – SHINJIRU Technology Sdn Bhd (Shinjiru) has been conferred the SME100 Awards 2020: Fast Moving Companies for its dedication in facilitating the digital transformation of small and medium sized enterprise (SME) sector in Malaysia. Shinjiru is one of the most prominent web hosting provider in the country and currently the nation’s leading one-stop IT solutions provider delivering affordable and steadfast service to more than 50,000 businesses worldwide. “We are honored to accept this monumental recognition by SME100 on our maiden attempt at this prestigious award. Receiving this award means that we have managed to surpass the requirements and benchmark as one of the top businesses in Malaysia and reach a higher level of success in a lucrative and dynamic market,” said Shaun Lim, Chief Technology Officer of Shinjiru. He spoke after receiving the awards at the SME100 Awards 2020: Fast Moving Companies Gala Dinner & Award Ceremony held at the One World Hotel in Petaling Jaya, Friday night. SME100 Awards is an annual recognition programme organised by Business Media International (BMI), naming the fastest moving businesses of the SME sector. To promote recognition of top businesses in a lucrative and dynamic market, the SME100 Awards has served as a symbol separating the best among the great. Shaun added that Shinjiru thrives on assisting other SMEs to grow and providing support as the backbone of the nation’s IT infrastructure by providing SME with exceptional web hosting solutions which are considerably essential during the Covid-19 global pandemic. “Our company played a significant role in helping SMEs adapt during the global pandemic by providing rescue packs, subsidised web hosting services and trainings. We launched the Covid-19 Rescue Pack in March last year when the movement control order (MCO) was first imposed, offering 100 free web hosting to small businesses and non-governmental organisations (NGO) to build websites and go online in order to sustain their operations,” says Shaun. Shinjiru facilitated the migration of businesses from offline to online by providing domain name, web hosting and all the requirements needed to build an e-commerce website. Shinjiru emphasizes strongly on training and coaching on the fundamentals of doing business online. The company was also appointed as one of the Technology Service Provider (TSP) by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) to bring businesses online under the SME Digitalisation Grant. The grant is provided by the Ministry of Finance Malaysia as an initiative to facilitate the digitalisation of Malaysian business. Shinjiru supports this initiative by assisting SMEs to apply for the grant and acquire essential digital services to enhance their productivity and competitiveness where the Government offers a 50% matching grant of up to RM5,000.00 per SME. As a one-stop web hosting solutions provider, Shinjiru offers a wide range of online products and services including Domain Name Registration, SSL Certificates, WordPress and Shared Web Hosting, Website Builder, Website Design, Email Marketing, SEO Marketing, Website Security, KVM and OpenVZ Virtual Private Servers (VPS), Dedicated Servers, Server Colocation, Disaster Recovery, Public Cloud, Private Cloud, Microsoft 365, Office 365 and Microsoft Exchange Online. For more information about our products and services, please visit www.shinjiru.com.my.


A Beginner’s Guide to Marketing Tools: Definitions and Examples

In difficult economic times, the correct marketing tools can aid in the creation of more effective marketing plans, increased productivity, and business expansion. Yet, there are numerous marketing tools on the market right now, and it can be difficult and daunting to stay abreast of them all, especially if you’re just getting started. Understanding marketing tools will enable you to more clearly see how the appropriate tools may be used to develop and enhance your overall marketing strategy. In order to demonstrate the wide range of possibilities available to aid in the success of your upcoming marketing campaign, this guide explains marketing tools and provides examples. In today’s writing, we’re going to explore what are the types of marketing tools that you can do to spread your brand awareness.   A business’s products and services are developed, enhanced, and promoted using a variety of tools, techniques, and tactics, which collectively are referred to as marketing tools. You’re certainly already familiar with some of the more popular marketing tools, including email, social media, billboards, search engine optimisation (SEO), surveys and analytics. The majority of companies decide to use an integrated strategy for marketing, which involves combining several promotional tools. Because several tools serve various marketing objectives, this can be advantageous. Social media, for instance, can be a terrific marketing tool for establishing relationships and raising awareness of new items or promotions, which in turn helps increase sales. On the other side, acquiring and collecting data is better served by surveys and analytics. Reaching your business objectives depends on your ability to determine which marketing tools are most effective for certain marketing jobs. This is a crucial step in developing your plan. Starting with the more general categories of traditional and digital marketing, let’s look at a few examples.  Anything used to typically sell to consumers offline falls under this category of marketing instruments. A few examples of conventional marketing tools are: The actual, tangible nature of conventional marketing is one of its main benefits. Nothing nearly compares to an open discussion with a real person face-to-face or the repeated exposure you get when a customer sees your brand every time they write something down. Lack of customisation is a drawback of conventional marketing strategies. Traditional marketing strategies don’t have the potential to give customised messaging or one-of-a-kind experiences; instead, they communicate one message to a very different audience.  Digital marketing solutions are made to connect with customers in a targeted, interest-based manner online. Tools used frequently in digital marketing include: The capacity to create customised adverts and tailor information to individual consumers are some of the major benefits of using digital marketing tools. Even though the world is getting more and more digital, there is still value in tracking actual, in-person responses to goods and services using more conventional marketing tactics. The demographic you’re attempting to attract should also be taken into account, as older generations typically respond better to traditional marketing methods than to digital ones.  Social media is included in the category of digital marketing tools, but it requires its own unique treatment because it has become so crucial to marketing plans. The basic objective of social media marketing is to establish connections and rapport with clients. These are some examples of social media marketing tools: The level of loyalty that may be developed among followers is one of the biggest benefits of employing social media marketing tools. You may build unforgettable experiences and a deep, genuine link with your audience by engaging them personally. Social media marketing sometimes requires more effort than other digital marketing platforms because brand loyalty and lasting relationships aren’t created overnight. The rewards, however, can be substantial for those who are ready to put in the effort.  It may not always be easy to accomplish your goal on social media. If you are unsure of where to begin, we advise consulting an expert on the best strategies to promote your company. If you are unsure about where to find one, don’t worry! With Shinjiru’s SMM Pro package, we’ll assign you a single account manager and social media expert. On any platform you specify, our professionals will plan the material for your side. If you’re interested in learning more about this plan, contact us here.


Which Web Hosting Is The Best For Small And Medium Businesses?

Every business knows that stepping into the world of web hosting is inevitable. It’s an important part of maintaining your site with reliability and accessibility; it can also make your site appear more professional to visitors. But which services are the best for small and medium businesses? Web hosting is basically a service providing you with your own personal space (server) on the web to store your website and make it accessible online. It allows your website to be seen by internet users. Without web hosting, your website would not be online. It can be used for all kinds of personal and business uses, such as storing important files, like MP3s and tax records, or helping to run a small or medium-sized business for professionals and creatives. Your website will either share a server with other websites or have one dedicated server to itself. There are many considerations you should make before choosing a web hosting plan. First of all, you need to think about the amount of traffic your site will receive. Then you need to research what type of hosting plan is best for your needs. We would recommend Shared hosting or VPS hosting for small and medium businesses in Malaysia.  Shared Hosting is a web hosting service where a single server hosts multiple websites. It is the most affordable web hosting, but you’ll have to share space and bandwidth with other websites on the same server. In other words, shared hosting is like renting a room in an apartment. You have other tenants residing in the remaining rooms, and you have to share the common areas with them. Shared Hosting is mainly for startup businesses, small businesses, blogs, and other websites requiring small resources. Shinjiru offers Eco Shared Hosting Malaysia plans at a super affordable price with features such as One-Click Installer, complimentary SSL certificates and free data backup. If you’re looking for a perfect hosting plan to complement your small budget for your e-commerce website, then you should purchase a Business Web Hosting Plan. Shinjiru’s Business Web Hosting plans are 4X more powerful than an ordinary Shared Hosting plan and are equipped with a combination of 84X Faster LiteSpeed Technology and Enterprise-grade SSD.  A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a virtual server that is sliced from a single physical server. Each virtual server has its own copy of an operating system (OS) and customers have full root or administrator access to the OS. They can install almost any software that runs on that OS. VPS Hosting is more like renting an apartment unit. It is private enough, and you have control over your server. VPS Hosting is best for medium-sized businesses or for businesses that are growing. If your website traffic is starting to exceed a thousand visitors per month and is facing latency, it means that your website needs a larger RAM. If that’s the case, VPS will be perfect for you. Shinjiru provides various VPS hosting options such as VPS KVM Malaysia, Linux OpenVZ and Windows KVM in Malaysia.  The best web hosting for your company is one that can deliver on the company’s needs, budgetary considerations, and system requirements. You must also consider factors such as business risk and geographic coverage when choosing a Web Hosting Company. Here are some factors for you to check out:  Uptime: Uptime is the amount of time that a server can stay up and running. It is a great way to measure the reliability of a web hosting provider at keeping their systems up and running. Ensure that the web hosting provider of your choice has at least 99.9% uptime, as this is the standard requirement of a good web hosting provider. Speed: Nobody wants to stay on a site that is taking years to load. Therefore, you must make sure that you choose the right web hosting provider with the right plan for your website needs. Contact our sales team now to get advice and recommendations for the best web hosting plans for your business in Malaysia.   Security: Security is a big concern to website owners and visitors, especially when a website is collecting personal information like bank details, addresses and more. Make sure that your web hosting plan includes an SSL certificate and more security features to safeguard your data and your visitor’s data. Support: It is crucial for a web hosting provider to have impeccable customer support. 24/7 support is what you should look for when choosing a web host. Looking for a web hosting provider in Malaysia? Shinjiru ensures fast loading time, 24/7 support and 99.9% uptime with all of our web hosting Malaysia plans. Read on to know which web hosting is most suitable for your business website. Click here to check out our web hosting guide for beginners.


Shinjiru Won The SME and Entrepreneurs Business Award 2021

KUALA LUMPUR 9 December 2021 – Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd, one of Malaysia’s leading Web Hosting Companies, has been awarded the Best SME Service Provider in Web Solutions during the SME and Entrepreneurs Business Award 2021, which was organised by Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia. The SME and Entrepreneurs Business Award recognises outstanding businesses that succeed in their fields in terms of business strategy, growth measures, and best practices. SEBA aims to create a reliable platform for entrepreneurs to gain recognition, networking, and continuous growth. “We are ecstatic to have won this award at such a renowned event alongside Malaysia’s best SMEs and entrepreneurs. This award is a testament to our expertise, authenticity, and superiority in providing premium services for over 23 years,” said Shaun Lim, Shinjiru Chief Technology Officer. This prestigious award ceremony was held at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur on the 9th of December 2021. It was officiated by YB Tan Sri Datuk Seri Haji Noh Omar, Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperative of Malaysia (MEDAC). The award was presented to only 42 awardees of high calibre for their outstanding entrepreneurship and business performance, creativity, foresight, and innovative strategy in creating brand excellence. SEBA nominees have gone through a rigorous 8-phase qualification and verification process to obtain this accolade, making them the best of the best. The most important aspect of the judging process was the employee and customer survey, which allows employees and customers to express their honest and unbiased views of the organisation. Shaun Lim said, “This award is dedicated to our staff for their tireless efforts and contributions to our triumph during this pandemic. We can only attain the pinnacles of excellence and execute the remarkable with the support of our team.” “We owe a special thanks to our customers for their unwavering support and confidence in us. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you, and we will continue to strive to provide exceptional products and services,” he added. Shinjiru has established itself as one of the country’s leading one-stop IT solution providers, committed to aiding the digitalisation of businesses of all sizes by providing outstanding web hosting alternatives. As a one-stop IT solutions provider, Shinjiru offers a wide range of products and services, including Domain Name Registration, Website Builder, Website Design, WordPress Hosting, VPS Hosting, Shared Hosting, Dedicated Servers, Server Colocation, SEO Marketing and more. For more information about our products and services, please visit www.shinjiru.com.my.


Shinjiru Has Proven Its Excellence After Winning Three HostAdvice Awards

KUALA LUMPUR, January 13 – A reputable web hosting review website, HostAdvice, recently presented Shinjiru with a number of prestigious awards. Shinjiru has returned this year with three prizes for its outstanding hosting services. The primary source of information about web hosting on the internet, HostAdvice provides coverage of a wide range of hosting companies and services globally. Those that post on HostAdvice are either experienced users or web hosting experts. People may uncover reputable businesses, better offers, discount coupons, and more with the aid of HostAdvice.   Shinjiru has been recognised as a Top 10 Dedicated Hosting Award winner for 2023 as a result of its commitment to offering superior dedicated hosting performance. In order to provide its clients with the best service possible, Shinjiru has been working with well-known brands including Dell, Windows, and Linux. The offered packages are quite reasonable for all types of businesses, especially for startups. Consider the E3 Value option, which offers unmetered bandwidth, two dedicated IP addresses, and a 300 Mbps website speed. Shinjiru’s second award was the Top 10 Offshore Hosting Award 2023. Shinjiru has expanded its reach both nationally and internationally. This is the alternative viewpoint you might consider while seeking a reputable hosting provider for your business. Shinjiru has been offering services all around the world and generating excellent results for your business. Shinjiru also received the Silver Top 25 Windows Hosting Award for 2023. Windows hosting refers to hosting a website or web application on a server running the Windows operating system. This kind of hosting enables the usage of programmes like ASP.NET and Microsoft SQL Server, which are frequently employed in the creation of Windows-based programmes. These three awards show that Shinjiru has proven its excellence in the industry. “Building Trust Online” as per its trademark, Shinjiru is indeed trusted by many. This will be another stepping stone for Shinjiru to grow and serve better.  Shinjiru has been in the IT industry for 24 years and has expanded outside of Malaysia to more than 50,000 businesses both domestically and abroad. Services offered by Shinjiru include domain registration, SSL certificates, shared and WordPress hosting, web design, email marketing, SEO marketing, KVM and OpenVZ Virtual Private Servers (VPS), dedicated servers, server colocation, disaster recovery, public cloud, private cloud, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Exchange Online. Visit www.shinjiru.com.my for more details about Shinjiru.


A Closer Look at Acronis Protection Solution: Features and Capabilities

In today’s digital age, cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and widespread, making it crucial for enterprises to have robust cybersecurity measures in place. This blog introduces Acronis Cyber Protect, an all-in-one solution that combines traditional backup and recovery with advanced cybersecurity capabilities to provide comprehensive protection for enterprise data and systems. The blog highlights the key features of Acronis Cyber Protect and it also emphasises the importance of having a single, integrated solution that can protect against all types of cyber threats and simplify IT management. Overall, this writing emphasises the importance of having a comprehensive cybersecurity solution that can protect against all types of cyber threats and ensure business continuity. It shows how Acronis Cyber Protect can help enterprises maximise their cybersecurity and data protection efforts, while also streamlining IT management and improving business outcomes.  Since attacks can occur regardless of how well-prepared a company is, all businesses, large and small, should have cybersecurity policies in place. A thorough and organised strategy that takes into account the specific needs and risks of the company is needed to develop a cybersecurity plan for continuous data protection that works. In general, one should take the following actions: The first stage in creating a successful cybersecurity plan is doing an internal assessment of the cyber threats the firm is currently facing. This includes threats from the inside as well as the outside, such ransomware, malware, and phishing schemes. Acronis protection combined with Acronis backup will assist guard against cyber threats. Assessing the cybersecurity maturity level comes next. To accomplish this, one should follow the NIST framework. Acronis Protection has developed a NIST-based security evaluation form to aid in this effort. You can use this quiz, which has 50 questions, solutions, and tips, as a sort of cheat sheet. In order to make the instrument easier to use, Acronis provides both a complete evaluation questionnaire and a complete assessment questionnaire with answers. Once the Acronis Protection analysis is complete, the security holes will be visible. In order to do this, one must evaluate the tools and strategies they currently use to protect their business from cyberattacks. Use cybersecurity software that can stop and identify cyberattacks, help with response and recovery after attacks, and provide the necessary forensics to lessen potential threats in the future. After management has given its approval, the strategy must be formalised with ongoing data protection, risk assessments, plans, regulations, and processes, including a list of who is responsible for what and when. Every worker in the organisation needs to be on board with and understand the plan. The strategy must include a response plan. Regardless of the security steps one takes to secure the systems and data with Acronis backup, the company will undoubtedly encounter an attack at some point in the future. Due to this response and crisis management plan, the company will swiftly restart operations. An important part of any effective cybersecurity plan is making sure that all workers receive continuing training on the various cyberthreats they can encounter so they are informed of what to do and what not to do. To stay current with the numerous and sophisticated threats of today, cybersecurity experts will also need constant technical training.  Data is not simply another resource; it is an integral part of daily operations. By implementing Acronis backup solutions, businesses are shielded from data loss, security breaches, operational failures, and the ensuing financial and reputational harm. Basic cybersecurity and data backup methods are no longer sufficient to defend against the continuously expanding cyberthreats. Acronis protection solutions incorporate cybersecurity, data backup, server backup, disaster recovery, and more to safeguard the integrity of the data and systems one relies on. To combat data theft and other cyberthreats, businesses frequently use a convoluted patchwork of protections, but this tactic is challenging to manage and leaves security gaps. Acronis protection solutions defend whole workloads with greater efficiency and a tenth of the complexity thanks to resource liberation and the flexibility to concentrate on protection and enablement rather than juggling tools. Protect full workloads to reduce friction. It’s simple and painless to start using Acronis protection products. With a single click, you can easily deploy a large number of computers and manage all Acronis backup processes, vulnerability assessments, and patching from a single interface. Unknown cyberthreats may be quickly identified and neutralised. By identifying the dangerous operations that malware depends on, Acronis’ AI-driven behavioural heuristic engine provides best-in-class protection. Independent testing by leading companies like AV-TEST and Virus Bulletin revealed that Acronis Protection had a 100% detection rate with no false positives. Acronis Security combines best-in-class backup, cutting-edge anti-malware, and endpoint security management into a single solution that provides unrivalled security while increasing productivity and minimising your total cost of ownership (TCO). The solution’s one agent, single management interface, and single licensing minimise the simplicity and risks associated with non-integrated solutions. The dependability is raised and the time required to learn, install, and maintain solutions is decreased when Acronis backup and data security are integrated.  Now that you see the importance of having Acronis to shield your data from any cyberthreats, it’s time for you to subscribe to any Acronis package offered by a trusted company in Malaysia. Shinjiru is one of them. Enjoy multiple backup types and flexible backup storage options if you subscribe to any of our Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud packages. Start your journey with us today! Visit our page if you have any questions.


The Best For Your Business: Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace?

When building up a business empire, it is important to make sure that you have the right and most convenient tools in order to run things smoothly. So, now, you are stuck between Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace and you don’t know which one is better for you. Both Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace provide you the cloud for you to send emails, manage files, create documents and do video conferences. In today’s sharing, we’re going to help you in making decisions between those two by pointing out their differences.   Pricing The first rule before you proceed to making decisions- check on your budget. Let’s see Google Workspace, or before also known as G Suite, first. Google Workspace Pricing  Storage-wise, you can see they offer 30GB for ‘Business Starter’ and 2TB and 5TB for ‘Business Standard’ and ‘Business Plus’. Plus, they allow a different total of seats in video meetings. Every plan has security features and management controls but with ‘Business Plus’, you will be given an extra tool; Vault to retain and search your users’ data. For Microsoft 365, they are somewhat more complicated because there are home, business, enterprise, government, non-profit, and educational editions, as well as numerous sub-versions inside each of these. Let’s focus on Microsoft 365 for business. ‘Business’ Microsoft 365 Pricing  Microsoft 365 gives you 1TB of cloud storage for every plan per user. On the other hand, the maximum number of users for all Microsoft 365 ‘Business’ plans is 300.  File Storage For starters, Microsoft 365 definitely has the better offer. Its ‘Business Basic’ plan comes with a large 1TB of storage, which compares favourably to Google’s somewhat fairly small 30GB on its “Business Starter” plan. However, if you upgrade to Google Workspace “Business Standard” or “Business Plus,” you receive 2TB or 5TB of storage instead, which is quite helpful for any business that needs to store a lot of data in the cloud. This contrasts well with all of the Microsoft “Business” plans, which have a 1TB storage limit on files.  Apps Efficiency The main productivity tools from Google are only meant to be used in a browser or one of its mobile apps. The most well-liked Microsoft 365 plans, in contrast, include the most recent versions of the Office desktop apps (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote) on Windows PCs and Macs, in addition to their more feature-rich web counterparts. The deciding factor for several businesses is the accessibility of those Office desktop applications. This is especially true when maintaining consistency with Office document formats is essential. Although Google Docs and Sheets can be easily imported and exported, Office document capabilities may not always hold up after multiple excursions between the two environments.  Shinjiru All The Way! We understand how hard it is to make the best decisions for your business but if you’re looking for the best Microsoft 365 deal, you’re at the right place!  Shinjiru is one of the largest Microsoft 365 Tier-1 Partner and Reseller in Malaysia. With Shinjiru’s Microsoft 365 Malaysia package, you can get online versions of Office that can be used on up to 5 devices and other features like 1TB online storage and 50GB Mailbox Professional Email Hosting using your own domain name. If you need any further explanations on this deal, you may visit our page anytime.


Shinjiru strives to support Malaysian businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic by aiding their online start and presence. This is a vital time to connect with clients online to continue building opportunities and keep businesses up and running with minimum interruption. With the spreading contagion, offline businesses are struggling to make ends meet. We, at Shinjiru, are here to make sure this issue is tackled with the utmost support from our network infrastructure and team. Covid-19 has been an eye opener for all businesses. With the restriction in movement and limited contact, businesses are noticing the importance of being online present. Be it operating an online e-commerce store or having a state-of-readiness online video conference meetings to manage operations, these business tools have become a necessity. It is no longer a waiting game, rather a take action moment. Shinjiru has collaborated with Dita Group Foundation (DG) to curate the Shinjiru/DG Covid-19 Online Rescue Grant. This grant offers all businesses up to 50% of cost, sponsored by DG, to aid in securing your online business. Shinjiru has prepared an online bundle/package, intended as a mean of election for business owners preference and selection. We, at Shinjiru, hope that all businesses in Malaysia take the opportunity to grab this offer now by signing up and enjoying the perks that come with it. We urge all business owners to take the necessary means in understanding the importance of being online. It is our duty to offer a lending hand to our people. Shinjiru is delighted to present this golden opportunity in hopes that it will help its community thrive back stronger. Stay in Business, Go Online. For more information, refer to Shinjiru’s Website Builder page and launch your digital transformation today. *Offer ends 14 April 2020.


Ohana Shinjiru Takes Redang Island 2019

What is Ohana mean? Ohana is a Hawaiian term meaning “family!“. Yes, we are from different races, different backgrounds, and some are from different countries but we work and stay together as a family. This year, we choose Laguna Redang Island Resort as the destination of our company trip. The Laguna Redang Island is located on one of the best beaches on Redang Island, set against a backdrop of fine powder-white sand, crystal-clear waters and emerald hills. It is a beautiful place and famous for its crystal clear waters, white powdery sand, and has one of the best coral reefs and marine ecosystems. We had so much great time and laughter in Redang Island. We were having our Team Building, went to snorkeling in Marine Park and the deep sea. On the last night in Redang Island, we celebrated our Annual Dinner with joy, laughter, and happiness. “Alone We Do Little, Together We Do Much” Thank you to all staff for making Ohana Shinjiru Trip so memorable and fun. Here we share a video for you to watch!
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Host Your Online Business in Malaysia with Enterprise-Grade SSD Hosting

When it comes to hosting your e-commerce or corporate website in Malaysia, Shinjiru SSD Business Class Hosting can really help boost your online presence. Our Business Premium Shared Hosting use Enterprise-Grade SSD Hard Drives to ensure faster website loading speed, which results in better user experience for your customers! Our latest upgrades are stable and efficient to safeguard the security of data stored in them. We know for a fact that your growing business require high data throughput and low transaction latency to assure your business operates smoothly. So here are more reasons why Shinjiru SSD Business Class Hosting is the best solution to ensure you achieve your professional goals: Your E-Store Site Loads Faster A website hosted on a server with Solid State Drive (SSD) technology typically has access to stronger computing power and more bandwidth than a site that relies on a conventional Hard Disk Drive (HDD) web hosting plan. Since SSD hosting relies on flash storage rather than moving mechanical parts, the servers are capable of operating at much faster speeds. More Reliable Service SSD servers are more reliable than HDD, which means your site will have a much lower chance of downtime or other issues related to server performance. If you plan on conducting a high volume of daily transactions, even a small amount of downtime can lead to decreased sales and a loss in revenue. Shinjiru SSD Business Class Hosting ensures that your site is supported by the latest and greatest industry-standard technology. Enhanced Security Take comfort knowing that your site is protected by a generous allocation of security protocols and resources. Shinjiru’s complementary security features include Free Anti-Spam Protection, SSL certificates and a comprehensive control panel that can be used in conjunction with third-party security apps and services. In fact, every plan comes with a dedicated amount of bandwidth specifically for protection against cyber-attacks. Cost-Effective Solution Due to the way sites are stored on a shared server via partitions, our SSD Business hosting plans are extremely scalable in size and price, ranging from RM28 per month to larger plans like our SSD Business Ultimate plan that cost RM52 per month. This model of starting small and scaling as necessary is ideal for an e-commerce start up because most stores won’t need an excessive amount of hosting power initially. Click HERE to order Shinjiru’s SSD Business Class Hosting now and experience faster and more reliable web and email hosting your business needs today!


Importance of Google Reviews For Your Business

Reviews are essential to your business because it promotes transparency between business owners and customers. It provides your company with a lot of credibilities without having to invest heavily in it. A majority of customers look at reviews before buying anything because they want to know what the other customers think of the products or services.  In fact, nearly 88% of consumers have read reviews to determine the quality of a local business. With Google Reviews, you don’t need a flashy marketing strategy. All you need to do is request your consumers take the time to write a review.  Search engine optimisation (SEO) is integral to any digital marketing plan. This is because a higher Google ranking suggests to customers that you are a trustworthy source and it puts you ahead of the competition. You can optimise your content to rank higher on search engines to get in front of these customers. One of the benefits of Google reviews is that they might help you improve your local SEO. Google reviews have a significant impact on Google search results by assisting your business in ranking higher on search results pages. As a result, customers will be able to find you more easily online. Google reviews allow customers to provide their unbiased opinion about an organisation. Therefore it serves as one of the most transparent platforms between businesses and customers. Getting a bad review is inevitable, but you should not give up just yet.  Maintaining transparency is critical to helping your business build brand trust and brand loyalty. One of the smartest ways to increase the level of transparency is to respond to Google reviews, regardless of the tone of the review. This communicates to customers that you want to be open and honest. One of the most crucial benefits of Google reviews is their capacity to increase brand trust. Based on a survey conducted by brightlocal in 2020, 93% of consumers check online evaluations regularly or irregularly. Online reviews are trusted by 87% of individuals as much as personal recommendations. Google reviews create social proof that your brand is trustworthy by remaining open and upfront with customers. Customers can see how you do business by looking at your Google reviews and the way you respond to them. Therefore, you’ll not only establish brand trust, but you’re also establishing a foundation based on positive consumer experiences. Any intelligent business person understands the importance of getting clients to click on your link when it appears in a search engine. Having Google reviews is a great strategy to improve the number of people who click on your link when it appears in a search engine. Because your Google review rating will appear next to your business name in Google, a large number of positive reviews will improve the number of people who click through to your website.


eWallets: The Future of Digital Payments

As the world becomes increasingly digital, traditional methods of payment are rapidly being replaced by more convenient and secure alternatives. One of the most popular of these alternatives is the eWallet, a digital wallet that allows users to store and use their payment information online. eWallets are gaining popularity among consumers because they offer a fast, safe, and convenient way to pay for goods and services online. They also offer added security features like two-factor authentication and encryption to protect user information and transactions from fraud and hacking. Moreover, eWallets provide an easy way for consumers to manage multiple payment methods and store their payment details in one place. They are also becoming more widely accepted by merchants, making it easier for consumers to pay for goods and services at online stores and retail locations. This blog will explore the benefits of eWallets in more detail, discuss the different types of eWallets available, and provide tips for choosing and using an eWallet that best suits your needs. Whether you’re a business owner looking to expand your payment options or a consumer looking for a more convenient and secure way to pay, this blog will provide valuable information on eWallets and their benefits.  eWallets, also known as digital wallets or mobile wallets, are digital versions of traditional wallets that allow users to store and use their payment information for online and offline transactions. eWallets typically store payment information like credit card numbers, bank account details, and other payment methods, allowing users to make purchases or transfer money with just a few clicks on their smartphones or computers. eWallets work by securely encrypting and storing a user’s payment information on a server or on their device. When a user wants to make a payment, they simply select the payment method stored in their eWallet and authorise the transaction with a PIN, password, fingerprint, or facial recognition. The ability to keep the details of many cards is another advantage of utilising an eWallet, in addition to enabling simple and fast payments. By doing this, you won’t need to carry about a variety of cards, including loyalty cards and store cards. Even coupons can be stored on some eWallet platforms. eWallets also provide some level of protection because you don’t need to carry cash or a wallet that might get stolen or misplaced. You can still sign into your eWallet even if you misplace your phone by using a different device. Additionally, before a purchase can be made, you must provide some kind of authorization, like a PIN or a biometric scan of your fingerprint. This reduces the likelihood of fraudulent purchases. Many merchants are now giving customers the option to pay with eWallets because of how much their popularity has grown. Even if there are still some companies that haven’t upgraded to the latest tech, it’s likely that they will do so soon.  eWallets offer several benefits over traditional payment methods, including: Overall, eWallets provide a more convenient, secure, and accessible way for users to manage their finances and make payments.  Source: CompareHero 53 e-money issuers, including 47 non-bank e-money licences, are listed on BNM’s website under the category “e-money issuers” until 2022, according to CompareHero. Given the number of options available, it is understandable that selecting the best e-wallet for Malaysia can be difficult. Boost is a popular eWallet in Malaysia that allows users to make payments, transfer money, and purchase goods and services with their smartphones. It was launched in 2017 by Axiata Digital and is available for download on both iOS and Android devices. Boost offers a variety of features, including a rewards program, cashback promotions, and the ability to pay bills and top-up mobile credit. It also supports peer-to-peer transactions and international payments. Boost uses advanced security measures to protect user information and transactions, including two-factor authentication and encryption. Overall, Boost is a convenient and secure way for users to manage their finances and make payments in Malaysia. GrabPay is a mobile wallet and payment platform offered by Grab, a popular ride-hailing and logistics company in Southeast Asia. It allows users to make payments for a variety of services, including transportation, food delivery, and shopping. GrabPay is available in Malaysia and other countries in the region, and can be downloaded as an app on both iOS and Android devices. It offers features such as cashback rewards, discounts, and the ability to split bills with friends. GrabPay also provides users with a secure and convenient way to make payments, using advanced security measures like encryption and biometric authentication. Overall, GrabPay is a popular and reliable eWallet in Malaysia. Touch ‘n Go eWallet is a popular mobile wallet and payment platform in Malaysia that allows users to make payments, transfer money, and purchase goods and services with their smartphones. It was launched in 2018 by Touch ‘n Go, a Malaysian transportation services company. The eWallet can be downloaded as an app on both iOS and Android devices and offers a variety of features, including cashless payments for public transportation, toll payments, and parking fees. It also offers promotions and discounts on a variety of services, including groceries, dining, and shopping. Touch ‘n Go eWallet uses advanced security measures like biometric authentication and encryption to protect user information and transactions. Overall, it provides users with a convenient, secure, and cost-effective way to manage their finances and make payments in Malaysia. BigPay is a mobile wallet and payment platform that was launched in 2018 by AirAsia, a popular airline in Southeast Asia. It allows users to make payments, transfer money, and purchase goods and services with their smartphones. BigPay is available in Malaysia and other countries in the region, and can be downloaded as an app on both iOS and Android devices. It offers features such as no-fee currency exchange, budget tracking, and real-time transaction notifications. BigPay also provides users with a secure and convenient way to make payments, using advanced security measures like biometric authentication and encryption. Overall, BigPay is a popular and reliable eWallet in Malaysia, especially for those who frequently travel abroad. MAE (Maybank Anytime, Everyone) is an eWallet launched by Maybank, one of the largest banks in Malaysia. It allows users to make payments, transfer money, and purchase goods and services with their smartphones. The eWallet can be downloaded as an app on both iOS and Android devices and offers a variety of features, including cashback rewards, bill payments, and the ability to top up mobile credit. MAE also provides users with the ability to track their spending and savings, set financial goals, and monitor their account activity in real-time. It uses advanced security measures like biometric authentication and encryption to protect user information and transactions. Overall, MAE provides users with a convenient and secure way to manage their finances and make payments in Malaysia.  In summary, eWallets are digital wallets that allow users to make payments, transfer money, and purchase goods and services using their smartphones. Some of the most popular eWallets in Malaysia include Boost, GrabPay, Touch ‘n Go eWallet, BigPay, and MAE. Each eWallet has its own set of features, benefits, and limitations, and users should research and compare them before choosing one that fits their needs and preferences. Overall, eWallets provide a convenient, secure, and cost-effective way for users to manage their finances and make payments in Malaysia.   On a side note, Shinjiru offers great SEO Malaysia packages if your business is looking to boost eWallet keywords. Grab this opportunity to get your website featured on the first page of Google search results. Call us for an inquiry!


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One of the most important component of marketing in this digital age is search engine optimization or SEO. In order for a business website to survive and thrive, SEO is vital to ensure that it shows up and ranks high in search results on major search engines. Obviously you need a team of experts to guarantee the success of your SEO. Here at Shinjiru we got all your SEO needs covered. Introducing Shinjiru’s Premium Dedicated SEO Services – test-proven services, structured and built by our very own in-house SEO specialists. We cater specifically for our clients who are determined to stay ahead of the game and outrank their competitors in major search engines such as Google and Bing. Only the best SEO techniques are used and complemented with the latest Google algorithms to boost their digital marketing and business growth strategies. Shinjiru offers a variety of solutions to cater for your online marketing strategy, not only for organic searches, but for an overall advantage for your online advertising and promotional channels. Click here to find out more about our Premium Dedicated SEO Services.


Why Building Backlinks Is Important To Rank Higher In Search Engines

Backlinks are an important aspect of PageRank, which is Google’s ranking algorithm. The more backlinks you have, the better your search engine ranking will be.  A backlink is a link to your website on another company’s website. It is also known as “incoming links” or “inbound links” and is extremely valuable for SEO. The link to your website can be in any form, including a button, hyperlink, logo and more.  Search engines like Google use backlinks in rankings to signal that one site is linked to another, which means that they believe the content is remarkable. Backlinks are important for SEO as they signal to Google that a resource has found your content valuable by linking to its own content. The number of backlinks that point to your site is one of the most important factors in how Google classifies your site in organic search. Backlinks to your site signal search engines to recognise and give a vote of confidence to your content. If there are many websites linking to the same website, search engines will understand what content is worth linking to and what is worth browsing the SERPs. Backlinks will help you: In short, backlinks can have a positive effect on website placement and search visibility. It is an important aspect of SEO because they help build your website’s domain and page authority and contribute to the search results rankings.  Earning backlinks is an essential component of off-site SEO. You should remember that building links is an ongoing process and will contribute to a credible website in the future. There are a few ways you can build influential links on your site to boost your rankings, traffic and profits. Focus on building backlinks that other people can use to draw attention to your website, blog, articles, and social media pages. The best links for your website are those that come from genuine websites with good content and lots of social media sharing. Link exchange represents two websites linking to each other on their website. For example, Shinjiru links to Shinjiru Partner, and Shinjiru Partner also links to Shinjiru. This is one of the methods to gain backlinks quickly. If you’re Shinjiru’s valued client or reseller and you want to get backlinks to your website, sign up for Shinjiru Partner Program now and enjoy multiple benefits.  Check out our test-proven SEO services if you want to rank higher on search engines. Shinjiru provides SEO solutions at a super affordable price, starting from as low as RM1335.00 a month. Claim your free consultation with our SEO experts and boost your website ranking now! Click here for more information about our SEO packages in Malaysia.


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Office 365 provides businesses with the tools to reach the next level in business growth with communication, office, email, social network, and planning applications together in one single environment. Shinjiru together with Microsoft team will educate our potential resellers about Office 365. The event was held at the Shinjiru office. This time, the resellers got the chance to learn about: The resellers got the opportunity to discuss directly with the speakers from the Microsoft team. Shinjiru would like to thank our supportive resellers for making this event an absolute success! We look forward to seeing you again for Shinjiru’s next workshop! #LifeAtShinjiru #ShinjiruWorkshop


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Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks have been increasing over the past few years. The year 2020 has recorded a huge increase in Q2 compared to Q1 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. That is because many countries were forced to implement a lockdown and encouraged people to work remotely for safety purposes. Therefore, obtaining knowledge about potential security threats that might affect your websites or businesses is vital. A DDoS attack is a cyber-attack where the aim is to overload targeted websites, servers, hosted applications or network infrastructures beyond the resource capacity and bandwidth that it could handle. It could slow down or shut down your website and lead to a damaged brand reputation, lost revenue, decreased productivity and more. Yes, DDoS attacks are very much preventable! There are plenty of IT companies providing DDoS Protection services in the market. Shinjiru provides the best DDoS Protection plan in Malaysia. Our features include protection against an unlimited number of attacks, network (Layer 3/4) DDoS Protection, HTTP & HTTPS Layer 7 & DDoS Protection, Firewall (HTTPS & PCI Compliant) and multiple caching levels. DDoS protection will filter your website traffic by separating illegitimate and legitimate requests. Shinjiru’s DDoS Protection network will absorb the DDoS attack before it reaches your server. Legitimate requests will go through the website seamlessly, while the DDoS protection blocks illegitimate requests from getting to the website. Shinjiru provides a built-in DDoS Protection Service as part of our secure network. Besides that, our service includes 24x7x365 management and monitoring by expert security staff. With our DDoS Protection plan, you will: It’s better to be safe than sorry! Act now and get a 30% discount for all our DDoS Protection plans. Don’t hesitate to contact us on Telegram or by submitting tickets if you have any questions. Click here to find out more about our DDoS Protection Pricing in Malaysia.


Top 5 Best Domains for Your Business

 How to Choose the Best Domain in 2017?
Starting a business online can be complex, but once you get your business idea don’t waste any time – get a domain ASAP! There is nothing more important when you are starting a website than choosing the right domain. Domain name is your website’s identity and a good domain name can make or break a business. With this list we simply want you to have a bit fun while choosing that perfect domain extension for business! #1 .COM.MY
This extension is a natural choice when it comes to Malaysian domains. It is one of the most registered extensions in Malaysia and it is perfect for business related websites. This type of extension is the most trusted by consumers. It can definitely boost your business reputation. However, if you do not have a registered local business, you will not be able to complete .COM.MY domain registration. #2 .MY
Another obvious choice for Malaysians. A prominent advantage of .MY compared to the previous entry is that you don’t need to provide any supporting documentation except your IC number. Exceptional for SEO (Search Engine Optimization). Allows for shorter and more memorable domain name, so people will have more chances to remember and find your website faster. However, it can be a bit pricey compared to other entries on this list. #3 .XYZ
One of the fastest growing extensions in the world. Extremely fitting for businesses that target the younger generation. Many call it the new .COM and they are not wrong. All those coveted domain names that are already taken in .COM are still very much available for registration in .XYZ. It is one of the most eye-catching and memorable entries on this list. Plus, it’s the most affordable! (RM3 ONLY*). #4 .NET/.ORG/.BIZ
Okay, we are cheating a little bit here by putting several domains in one spot. However, any domain registrar will put these extensions in one line, as they are very similar in terms of their impact on business. As all generic TLDs (Top Level Domains) these are good for SEO and have a relatively low price. .NET is particularly good for the websites related to internet and high-tech. .ORG is suitable for any type of organization. .BIZ is a good choice if you want to be associated with BIZness. #5 .COM
You may think that we are crazy to include .COM in the list of domains to choose from when .COM is taken, but hear us out! If you are completely sure that .COM domain will have the best impact on your business, but your first choice is not available – there is still something you can do. Try using any domain name generator by including the keywords that are related to your business. You will find another option that has not been registered yet. So don’t give up! BONUS TIP: In order to cement your place in the SEO and the minds of your customers, try registering the same domain name with multiple extensions (e.i. secure .COM.MY and .MY) – this way you can be sure the customers will still go to your website even if they forgot the exact extension of your domain. This will avoid brand confusion in the future. According to global domain statistics, Malaysians have registered over 400,000 domains in 2017 and there is still almost half a year left. Got a business idea? Act fast before someone else gets your domain! Want an even better deal? All Shinjiru shared hosting packages offer one FREE domain for as long as you are subscribed to Shinjiru hosting. To find out more, please write to us!


Best SEO Tools to Boost Your Website

In today’s digital world, where online presence has become the norm, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become an essential aspect for online businesses. With the rise in competition, it is essential to optimise your website for search engines to drive traffic, increase visibility, and enhance your brand’s online presence. SEO tools have emerged as a boon for businesses to analyse and optimise their website to rank higher on search engines. These tools enable businesses to research keywords, track website analytics, monitor website errors, and improve their website’s overall performance. They provide insights into various SEO factors, such as on-page and off-page optimization, technical SEO, content optimization, and more. With the help of these tools, businesses can gain a better understanding of their website’s current status, identify areas for improvement, and develop an effective SEO strategy. SEO tools also help businesses keep up with the ever-changing algorithms and updates of search engines. As search engines continue to refine their algorithms, it is important to keep up with the latest changes to stay ahead of the competition. SEO tools can help businesses stay on top of these updates and adapt their strategies accordingly. In this blog, we will delve into the top SEO tools that can help businesses achieve their SEO goals and succeed in the digital landscape. We will explore the features and benefits of each well-known tool, so businesses can make informed decisions about which ones are right for them.  SEO tools are software programs designed to help businesses optimise their website for search engines. They provide a range of functions and features that enable businesses to analyse, monitor, and improve their website’s SEO performance. Some of the common functions of SEO tools include keyword research, backlink analysis, website audit, content optimization, and competitor analysis. With these tools, businesses can gain insights into their website’s current status, identify areas for improvement, and develop an effective SEO strategy. SEO tools also help businesses keep up with the ever-changing algorithms and updates of search engines, which can impact a website’s ranking. By providing regular updates and notifications, these tools enable businesses to stay on top of the latest changes and adjust their SEO strategies accordingly. Overall, SEO tools are an essential component of any successful SEO strategy, enabling businesses to track their progress and stay ahead of the competition in today’s highly competitive digital landscape.  Following our discussion on SEO tools and how they assist marketing teams in achieving digital success, let’s move on to the many SEO tools that are accessible to businesses all over the world. #1 Semrush With the help of SEMRush’s full suite, you may streamline your marketing procedure. SEMRush supports teams in numerous facets of digital marketing, including campaign management, keyword research, competitor analysis, content marketing, and SEO analysis. In its database, Semrush contains 808 million domains and over 20 billion keywords. It monitors things like the organic SERP position of a domain or landing URL, copies of AdWords advertisements and their placements, cost-per-click (CPC) advertisements, competitive analysis, and more. For teams looking for analytics reports to help them better comprehend the website’s search data, traffic, or even competitor analysis, the application assists in comparing phrases and domains. Their 6,000,000 users include a wide range of businesses, including eBay, Philips, HP, Quora, and numerous others. Quite an impressive collection, in my opinion. Certainly one of the most popular and frequently bought goods on the market is without a doubt SEMRush. #2 Google Search Console Google Search Console is a tool that may assist anyone with a website in understanding how they are operating on Google Search as well as what they can do to increase their search visibility and attract more relevant visitors to their websites. Users of Google Search Console can monitor traffic to their websites, examine keyword performance, fix issues, and get Google messages regarding their websites. It offers details about a website’s performance in organic search and advice on how to raise the site’s ranking in Google’s index. Search Console is a fantastic resource for marketers because of all the tools it offers to make sure that websites perform well in Google search as well as the tools it offers to track and analyse traffic. #3 Moz Pro The popular all-in-one SEO software bundle Moz Pro provides features for boosting search engine exposure. Some of the most beneficial features include Rank Tracker, Link Explorer, and Keyword Explorer. For the purpose of putting your SEO strategies into practise, Moz Pro Campaigns help you collect information on your site’s rankings, page optimisation, site crawl, and link metrics. Your Moz Pro Campaign can help you identify any problems with your website that can be detracting from visitors’ experiences. For businesses that are new to SEO, other services could be simpler to use than Moz, which has a very sophisticated set of features. Nevertheless, Moz is currently among the best SEO marketing tools on the market. Due to its extensive toolkit, it is an excellent all-in-one platform for both small and large enterprises. They provide a wide range of marketing resources, training programmes for certification, and outstanding SEO monitoring software. #4 Ahrefs Web developers and content producers all over the world use Ahrefs to boost their online presence since it was introduced in 2011. Since then, it has quickly become one of the most well-liked SEO tools available. Ahrefs is the most comprehensive backlink database among well-known SEO tools, with over 295 billion indexed pages and over 16 trillion backlinks. Ahrefs is a fantastic tool for increasing website traffic and rankings thanks to its backlink audits, keyword explorers, competitor analysis, user documentation, URL rankings, and other features. Ahrefs boasts a powerful web crawler that is only outdone by Google in terms of size and speed. A Href is undoubtedly the best tool for enhancing your site’s web presence with the use of a thorough domain comparison. The technology also assisted in locating the content that was most frequently linked to a particular website topic, which allowed for the unambiguous identification of the best-performing pages. #5 BuzzSomo An outstanding SEO tool that emphasises the social media component of online marketing is BuzzSumo. This market-leading technology can identify industry trends, problems, and influencers using detailed and understandable data. You may find excellent engagement, content, and marketing choices with the BuzzSumo platform. If social media is a part of your strategy, BuzzSumo is worth giving a try thanks to features like their content research tool and real-time reports with backlink monitoring. In a nutshell, BuzzSumo has established a reputation for success in the marketing industry. Finding out what topics are hot on social media is a great way to get in on the conversation and build buzz for your brand by developing content around them.  In summary, Semrush, Google Search Console, Moz Pro, Ahrefs, and BuzzSumo are all popular and powerful SEO and digital marketing tools that provide businesses with a range of features to improve their online presence. These tools offer keyword research, competitor analysis, site audit, backlink analysis, rank tracking, and social media management features, among others. They enable businesses to optimise their content for search engines, monitor their backlink profile, identify technical SEO issues, track their social media performance, and analyse their competitors’ content and social media performance. Each tool has its unique strengths, making them suitable for different types of businesses and marketing strategies. Overall, these tools are essential for businesses looking to improve their online visibility and drive traffic to their website through SEO and digital marketing.