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TATE minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce Delano Seiveright has declared the Government’s commitment to the local manufacturing sector, particularly at this time when it is being buffeted by increasing oil prices and other challenges. Speaking at the opening of the SEEK Factory and Warehouse Hub by Stationery & Office Supplies LimitedContinue reading “Gov’t going all-out for manufacturing sector, says Seiveright”

Minister of State for Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright, has called on young Jamaicans to adopt disciplined financial practices and actively engage with the formal banking system to secure their financial future. Addressing a financial readiness seminar at Church Teachers’ College in Mandeville, Manchester on March 26, he cautioned students against relying onContinue reading “Young People Urged to Adopt Disciplined Financial Habits”

When you see myself and Finance Minister Fayval Williams in the same room, you know something big is going to happen,” said Minister of Industry, Investment, and Commerce (MIIC) Aubyn Hill, addressing small business owners at a procurement training event Thursday. Hill’s reference to “something big” was about plans for the two ministries to joinContinue reading “Ministries joining forces to help small businesses net more gov’t contracts”

Effective April 1, the Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) will begin transitioning nine core compliance filings to an online-only format, ending in-person processing for these services as part of its ongoing digitisation drive. In addition, customers completing business name renewals will receive a downloadable e-certificate and will no longer be required to visit a COJContinue reading “Companies Office moves core business filings online”

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is encouraging micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to move beyond basic use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and begin integrating automation into their core business operations, as part of efforts to improve efficiency, responsiveness and long-term competitiveness. The call comes following the agency’s first Virtual Biz Zone sessionContinue reading “Growth & Jobs | ‘Technology is not optional, it’s a must’ | News | Jamaica Gleaner”

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is encouraging micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to move beyond basic use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and begin integrating automation into their core business operations, as part of efforts to improve efficiency, responsiveness and long-term competitiveness. The call comes following the agency’s first Virtual Biz Zone sessionContinue reading “JBDC pushes AI automation for improved MSME efficiency and competitiveness”

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) has been called on by St Lucia to support the creation of a more structured and effective framework for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in that country. Following a recent four-day study tour by a delegation from St Lucia’s Ministry of Commerce, representatives of the Eastern Caribbean nationContinue reading “JBDC tapped to help St Lucia replicate MSME development model”

Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) has extended the Export Max IV programme to December 2026. Originally scheduled to conclude in July, the extension was granted to provide additional support to companies impacted by Hurricane Melissa. JAMPRO’s Vice President of Exports, Sonja Linton, told JIS News that the decision to extend the programme was taken to ensureContinue reading “JAMPRO Extends Export Max IV Programme To December 2026”

Industry, Investment and Commerce State Minister, Hon. Delano Seiveright, says the staging of Carnival sends a powerful signal to the world that Jamaica is open for business four and a half months following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. He said that the series of events, leading up to the road march on April 12,Continue reading “Carnival Sends Signal That Jamaica Is Open for Business – Delano Seiveright”

Kingston, Jamaica – The Bureau of Standards Jamaica Quality Institute (BSJ QI) operating under the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Jamaica’s Business Ministry, has been recognised as a Platinum Partner by the Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB), a globally recognized body in the certification of persons. This milestone marks a significant step inContinue reading “Bureau of Standards Jamaica’s Quality Institute Achieves Platinum Partner status by Professional Evaluation and Certification Board”