Indonesia’s manufacturing sector is undergoing a major transformation toward the smart factory era, where digital technology, sensors, and automation work together seamlessly to enhance efficiency and productivity. Citing data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), the contribution of the manufacturing industry to Indonesia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased from the previous period, reaching 19.13% in Q4 2024. This figure reflects growing awareness among industry players of the importance of digitalization in maintaining competitiveness and operational efficiency.
In this new industrial era, connectivity is no longer just a supporting tool, it is the main backbone that enables machines, systems, and people to communicate in real time without interruption. Reliable business internet has become the key foundation for building data-driven smart manufacturing environments.
As production systems become more interconnected, cybersecurity has become a top priority. Sensitive production data, customer orders, and operational commands must be protected from unauthorized access. Business internet equipped with SLA-backed reliability, DDoS protection, and 24/7 network monitoring ensures secure communication while minimizing the risk of data breaches or operational downtime.
Reliable connectivity is also essential for enhancing Indonesia’s competitiveness in the global manufacturing arena. High-quality, low-latency internet is a vital need for factories operating in industrial areas such as MM2100, Jababeka, and Cikarang. Stable business internet enables faster production processes, predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and remote operational data access, all of which are crucial for achieving Industry 4.0 standards and competing in international markets.
To support this transformation, Indonet continues to invest in expanding its metro fiber network, including the construction of a 45-kilometer fully underground fiber route connecting Jakarta to the MM2100 Industrial Estate. Unlike other providers that use a mix of aerial and underground networks, Indonet adopts a 100% underground fiber approach to minimize the risk of cable damage caused by construction activity or extreme weather. With three independent routes, each utilizing 576-core fiber, this design provides maximum redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity and ultra-low latency, ideal for smart factory environments where stability and uptime are non-negotiable.
Indonet’s next-generation fiber infrastructure not only strengthens network resilience but also supports high-bandwidth requirements for AI-powered manufacturing systems and real-time data analytics. This level of connectivity allows smart factories to maintain operational continuity, minimize downtime, and enhance production performance while contributing to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
The journey toward a smart factory begins with a strong digital foundation. With over 3 decades of experience, Indonet delivers SLA-guaranteed, low-latency, and multi-carrier business internet solutions for industrial zones and manufacturing hubs across Indonesia.
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