HRD Corp ALAT Grant for Training Room Equipment
The HRD Corp ALAT grant for training room equipment may support an interactive flat panel display (IFPD) when an eligible employer applies before buying, receives approval, and uses the screen only in its training venue. It is not a blanket technology grant, and approval remains HRD Corp's decision.
Is the HRD Corp ALAT grant for training room equipment available?
If your training room still relies on a projector, whiteboard and a tangle of cables, an IFPD can make workshops easier to run. Trainers can annotate documents, write directly on screen, play training videos and involve participants without moving between separate devices.
For employers contributing to the HRD Corp levy, the Training Facilities and Renovation Scheme (ALAT) may help fund this type of upgrade. The key point is straightforward: for Hytech equipment, the interactive flat panel display is the only product that is HRDC claimable under this route.
That does not mean every screen purchase will qualify. HRD Corp assesses the application, and the employer must follow the scheme conditions carefully. The guidance here reflects the HRD Corp Allowable Cost Matrix, September 2025, but organisations should confirm current requirements before submitting an application.
An IFPD is different from a standard meeting-room display. It is a touch-enabled screen designed for active teaching and collaboration. In a training setting, that means fewer interruptions while a facilitator moves between slides, web content, handwritten notes and group exercises.
What training room equipment can you claim under ALAT?
The claimable item is the IFPD itself when it is purchased for an approved training venue and used for training purposes. This can suit internal learning rooms in offices, academies, schools and operational training facilities.
The distinction matters because many organisations plan a whole room refresh at once. A room may also need a projector, LED display, video conferencing system, digital signage or a photocopier. Those items can be useful, but they should not be included in an ALAT claim for Hytech products.
| Item or cost | ALAT claim position for Hytech equipment | What to plan for | |---|---|---| | Interactive flat panel display (IFPD) | May be claimable, subject to HRD Corp approval | Apply before purchase and assign it to the training venue | | Delivery and installation only | Not claimable on their own | Budget for these as part of your room implementation | | Projectors, LED walls, video conferencing and other equipment | Not HRDC claimable through this route | Assess these separately against your operational budget |
A practical example is a company setting up a dedicated learning room for induction, compliance sessions and product training. An IFPD can be a sensible ALAT application where the room has a defined training purpose. A screen placed mainly in a boardroom for management meetings is harder to justify as training equipment, even if training happens there occasionally.
How does the HRD Corp ALAT IFPD claim process work?
The sequence is more important than the paperwork volume. The most common avoidable mistake is buying first and asking about the claim afterwards. A purchase made before approval is not claimable.
Start by deciding what the training room needs. Consider the usual number of participants, viewing distance, room lighting and whether trainers need to annotate content regularly. Screen size should suit the room, not simply the largest space on a quotation. A 65-inch IFPD may suit a small training room, while larger rooms often need 75-inch or 86-inch screens for comfortable viewing.
Next, prepare the ALAT application before placing an order. The application should clearly connect the IFPD to the training venue and its intended learning use. Keep the room details, equipment specification and internal approval records organised, as these support a cleaner claim process.
Once HRD Corp approves the application, the employer has six months to complete the purchase. Only then should the order proceed. After the IFPD has been purchased and placed in the approved training venue, the employer submits the claim according to HRD Corp's requirements.
Hytech Office Automation can assist customers with the HRDC claim process for an IFPD purchase. However, it is not an HRD Corp training provider, and it cannot promise approval. The final decision sits with HRD Corp.
How much can an employer claim for training room equipment?
The yearly ALAT cap is 50% of the employer's levy balance as at 1 January. This is the figure to check early, before choosing an IFPD size or planning other training-room improvements.
For example, a healthy levy balance does not automatically mean the full screen cost is claimable. Your available amount depends on half of that 1 January balance, the approved application and the final claim assessment. It is sensible to ask your HR or finance team for the levy position before asking suppliers to finalise a proposal.
Cost planning still matters even when an ALAT claim is likely. An IFPD can be bought outright, or it may be available on a 36-month instalment plan from about RM203 a month. The right option depends on your organisation's procurement rules, cash flow and whether the approved claim timing fits the intended purchase date.
Do not treat delivery and installation as a separate claim opportunity. Installation and delivery alone are not claimable. Instead, treat the room as a complete operational project: equipment, wall position, power points, network access, user orientation and support all need to work together on the first training day.
What should a training room IFPD include?
The screen is only useful if trainers can operate it without calling IT every session. Choose an IFPD that supports the way your people actually teach, whether that means presenting PowerPoint slides, marking up PDFs, using a browser, sharing a laptop or running a Microsoft Teams or Zoom session.
It also helps to think beyond the device. A poorly placed screen can be difficult to see, affected by glare or awkward for trainers to reach. During an on-site discussion, an Office Solutions Specialist can assess wall space, seating layout, cable routes and the best screen size for the room.
User training should be part of the handover. Trainers need to know the few functions they will use every week, not every setting buried in a menu. This improves adoption and gives the organisation clearer evidence that the room is being used for its intended training purpose.
For Kuala Lumpur and Selangor organisations, local installation and after-sales support can reduce disruption when a room is being upgraded around normal operations. Hytech provides delivery, installation and user training, with a response within 4 working hours for support requests.
Frequently asked questions
Can we buy the IFPD first and claim ALAT afterwards?
No. The employer must apply and receive HRD Corp approval before buying the IFPD. A purchase made before approval is not claimable under this scheme.
Can an IFPD be used in a boardroom and still be claimed?
The approved IFPD must be placed in the training venue and used for training purposes only. If the room is mainly a boardroom, discuss the intended use carefully before applying rather than assuming occasional training is enough.
Are delivery and installation claimable?
Delivery and installation alone are not claimable. Include them in your overall room budget, but do not rely on ALAT to reimburse those standalone costs.
Can we claim a projector, LED wall or video conferencing system too?
No, not through this ALAT route for Hytech products. Only the interactive flat panel display is HRDC claimable, subject to approval and scheme conditions.
How long do we have to buy after approval?
The purchase must be completed within six months of approval. Plan internal purchasing, site readiness and delivery timing early so that the approval period is not wasted.
A training room earns its keep when staff can focus on the lesson rather than on cables, faded projections and technical delays. Get the application order right, then choose a screen that people will actually use.
Book a showroom demo at the Maxsmart Experience Centre in Pavilion Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur, and test an IFPD in a real boardroom setup with an Office Solutions Specialist.
