The Center for the Study of Regional Potential and Community Empowerment (PDPM) under DRPM ITS has special competencies in the field of developing regional potential based on community empowerment. Supported by qualified experts, PDPM is able to provide the best services in the form of research, training, and assistance in various aspects of development. In addition, PDPM conducts a study on the impact of development activities or programs, both by companies/agencies and the government; regional studies and mapping of environmental and social conditions; preparation of socio-economic, environmental, and development indicators.
PDPM has succeeded in developing quite extensive cooperation and networks both nationally and internationally through government and private institutions.