Felda Launches Mobile App To Drive Digital Transformation, Strengthen Governance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) today launched its new mobile app, MyFelda, in a strategic collaboration with its subsidiary FGV Prodata Systems Bhd, to accelerate the agency’s digital transformation and enhance governance, transparency, and inclusivity within the settler community.

FGV Prodata chief executive officer Shamsuri Jasri Abdul Rahman said the app goes beyond being just an information platform; it is also a key driver in modernising and digitising the entire Felda ecosystem.

“MyFelda is designed based on the principle of ‘Role-Based Access’, ensuring that each user group, be it settlers, staff, or vendors, receives customised, organised and secure access tailored to their specific needs,” he said at the launch. 

The app is also integrated with the Smart Plantation Management System (SPMS), which leverages technologies such as drones, geographic information systems and artificial intelligence to strengthen oil palm estate management.

“Through SPMS, we can collect accurate field data to analyse plant health, identify vacant or affected areas, plan targeted fertilisation and disease control activities, as well as improve overall operational efficiency,” he said.

Felda chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek officiated the launch of the MyFelda mobile app at an event attended by Felda’s senior management, settler representatives and strategic technology partners.

Meanwhile, Felda’s director of Administration and Information Technology, Afzal Hanis Hamid Abd, said the app was developed to provide settlers with reliable, up-to-date information at their fingertips.

“With this app, settlers no longer need to visit the office to obtain income statements or account details. Everything from plantation information and financial statements to loan records and current yield data is now easily accessible through their phones,” he told Bernama.

Afzal Hanis added that one of the app’s key strengths is its ‘single source of truth’ approach, where all information is consolidated from Felda’s official systems to eliminate discrepancies and ensure data integrity.

“This is a crucial step in strengthening trust between Felda and the settlers. When data is consistent and easily accessible, settlers are more confident and can make informed decisions based on accurate information,” he said.

He added that the app also allows heirs to Felda land to directly access plantation and financial information, helping to resolve common disputes over income distribution. 

“Often, when the original landowner passes away, income is channelled to a single appointed heir. But with seven or eight siblings, questions arise about whether the distribution is truly equal,” said Afzal Hanis. 

“This app makes a real difference, as every heir can log in and view the same statements in real time. There’s no need to rely on someone else to share the information or worry that anything is being withheld,” he explained.

He said MyFelda is still undergoing improvements and will be continuously enhanced based on user feedback, with future updates set to include digital transaction capabilities, a complaints channel and land grant information.

-- BERNAMA