35 AI Smartboards Successfully Empower Sabah Islamic Schools

AI Smartboard technology is redefining the way Islamic educational institutions across Malaysia deliver teaching, conduct religious programmes, and prepare students for the future. Arvia Solutions marked a historic milestone on 21 April 2026 with the successful handover of 35 units of AI Smartboard and 1 unit of FlipTouch to Jabatan Hal Ehwal Agama Islam Negeri Sabah (JHEAINS) at a formal ceremony held at Dewan Institut Tahfiz Al-Quran Negeri Sabah (ITQAS). On the same occasion, Arvia Solutions signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with YBS Unifinder Sdn Bhd and YBS Solutions Group Berhad, two entities under Yayasan Bumiputra Sabah (YBS), establishing a framework for long-term technology collaboration with the Sabah State Government and GLCs.

The significance of this deployment was further underscored when Daily Express, one of Sabah’s most established English-language newspapers, featured the initiative in its national news coverage — highlighting how the interactive panels are set to strengthen digital learning across religious and STEM education in the state.

A Landmark Initiative Recognised by National Media

According to Daily Express (Kota Kinabalu, 4 May 2026), JHEAINS has distributed 35 AI Smartboard units to six State Islamic Secondary Schools (SMAN) and ITQAS to boost digital learning in religious and STEM education. The report confirmed that 30 units went to SMAN schools, four to ITQAS, and one to the JHEAINS Education Division, alongside a FlipTouch device for administrative use.

The newspaper described the initiative as a collaboration between Yayasan Bumiputra Sabah (YBS) and Arvia Solutions Sdn Bhd, aiming to strengthen digital education and Bumiputera human capital development. Officials quoted in the coverage emphasised that the AI-enabled interactive displays support interactive learning, including Arabic studies, STEM subjects, and 3D content, while encouraging teachers to adopt digital methods.

This independent media recognition validates Arvia’s position as a trusted national technology partner — one whose work is shaping the future of education at the state level.

One of the Largest Interactive Display Deployments for Islamic Education in Sabah

This project represents one of the largest single interactive panel deployments to a state-level Islamic education body in Malaysia. The breakdown of the 35 units is as follows:

• 30 units distributed across six Sekolah Menengah Agama Negeri (SMAN) throughout Sabah, with each school receiving five units
• 4 units delivered to Institut Tahfiz Al-Quran Negeri Sabah (ITQAS) to support tahfiz and Islamic studies programmes
• 1 unit allocated to Bahagian Pendidikan JHEAINS for administrative and educational operations
• 1 unit of FlipTouch delivered to JHEAINS to enhance internal communications, briefings, meetings, and departmental coordination

The scale of this rollout reflects the confidence that JHEAINS and Yayasan Bumiputra Sabah place in Arvia as the trusted technology partner for state-level educational transformation.

Official Handover Ceremony Attended by Senior State Leaders

The handover ceremony was officiated by YBhg. Datuk Mohd Hanafiah Bin Mohd Kassim, Timbalan Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Sabah (Tugas-Tugas Khas). Also present at the ceremony were:

• Puan Siti Zuraihan binti Ag. Mohd. Hussin, Timbalan Pengarah Pendidikan, representing the Director of JHEAINS
• Tuan Haji Jasmih Bin Slamat, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Kumpulan Yayasan Bumiputra Sabah
• Puan Nurul Ain Binti Mohd Khdri, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif of Arvia Solutions Sdn. Bhd.

The personal attendance of the CEO of Arvia Solutions at this ceremony demonstrated the highest level of corporate commitment, reinforcing that every project is handled with the professionalism and excellence that have become the hallmark of the Arvia brand.

Strategic MOU with YBS Unifinder and YBS Solutions Group Berhad

Beyond the device handover, the ceremony also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Arvia Solutions and two entities under Yayasan Bumiputra Sabah — YBS Unifinder Sdn Bhd and YBS Solutions Group Berhad.

This MOU establishes a formal framework for strategic business collaboration encompassing the supply of interactive technology solutions, smart digital infrastructure, and ICT transformation for Sabah state government agencies and government-linked companies. The partnership positions both parties to pursue larger-scale technology initiatives across the state, leveraging Arvia’s proven expertise in interactive displays, LED display, digital signage, and smart meeting room solutions alongside YBS’s established network within Sabah’s government and corporate ecosystem.

Beyond Core Subjects: Transforming Every Classroom

What makes this deployment truly remarkable is the breadth of its impact across the entire curriculum. The technology is not limited to core subjects like Bahasa Malaysia, English, and Mathematics. Across all six SMAN in Sabah, this interactive solution is transforming the way students learn Bahasa Arab, Reka Bentuk dan Teknologi (RBT), Pendidikan Islam, Sains, Sejarah, and many other subjects.

Imagine a Bahasa Arab class where students interact directly with Arabic script on a 4K display, complete with audio pronunciation guides. Or an RBT session where students collaboratively design 3D models on the interactive screen in real time. Or a Pendidikan Islam lesson where Quranic tafsir is displayed with tajweed colour coding alongside interactive video content.

This is no longer the era of whiteboards and markers. With the AI Smartboard, every subject comes alive through interactive touch technology, high-quality visual displays, and AI capabilities — creating a truly immersive learning experience for students across Sabah. As Daily Express highlighted, the AI-enabled devices support not only Arabic studies but also STEM subjects and 3D content, signalling a genuine shift in how religious schools in Sabah approach 21st-century learning.

Empowering Thousands of Students Across Sabah

With 35 units deployed across six SMAN and ITQAS, thousands of students across Sabah now have access to world-class interactive education technology. The technology empowers educators to deliver lessons that are more engaging, collaborative, and impactful, while students benefit from a learning environment that encourages active participation, critical thinking, and digital literacy.

For tahfiz students at ITQAS, the interactive panel provides a powerful tool for muraja’ah sessions, Quranic memorisation, and interactive religious instruction. For SMAN students, it opens up new possibilities across every subject, bridging the gap between traditional teaching methods and 21st-century educational standards. This deployment ensures that students in Sabah receive the same quality of technology-enhanced education as their peers in institutions across Peninsular Malaysia and beyond.

Arvia Solutions: Trusted AI Smartboard Partner for Islamic Education

Arvia Solutions continues to strengthen its position as Malaysia’s leading AI Smartboard and interactive display provider. This landmark deployment in Sabah adds to a growing portfolio of successful implementations across government agencies, educational institutions, corporate organisations, and religious bodies nationwide.

With over a decade of experience and a commitment to delivering measurable impact, Arvia remains the trusted technology partner for organisations seeking to transform their operations through innovative interactive solutions. When state leaders embrace your technology, and when national media recognises the impact, it validates every step of the journey.

With 35 units now powering Islamic education across Sabah, one thing is certain: this is just the beginning.