Kenapa Prosignal Consortium dipilih bangunkan bersama TuJu, tanya Pemuda MCA

Pemuda MCA is urging the government to provide clarification on the amount of public funds allocated for the development of the TuJu navigation app, following the decision to partner with Prosignal Consortium Sdn Bhd. Neow Choo Seong, the MCA publicity chief, questioned whether the tender was open or if the company was selected through an alternative mechanism. He also raised concerns about the technical criteria and evaluation process used to determine the suitability of the company for the project.

The MCA wants the government to disclose the public funds earmarked for the TuJu app, especially given the involvement of public resources and government agencies. While acknowledging the government's concern over Waze, Neow believes the aggressive promotion of TuJu raises questions about the government's priorities, stability, and justification for supporting the specific platform.

Social media users have expressed doubts about TuJu's navigation performance and overall user experience, with some labeling it as misleading and inaccurate. Some users even claim it lacks essential features like speed warnings, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay compatibility.

Neow argues that such shortcomings raise concerns about TuJu's readiness, functionality, and competitiveness compared to existing navigation platforms. He questions whether the app has undergone thorough testing and unbiased technical evaluation before receiving government support. He also asks if the accuracy, reliability, safety features, and compatibility with modern vehicles meet the required standards, as public trust in the promoted app hinges on proven performance and quality, not just promotional efforts.

The government's reported ban on MCA members using Waze, developed in Israel, highlights the concern over privacy and movement data collected by the app due to Israel's legal requirements.