SIDCO stands for Small Industries Development Corporation, which are state-owned agencies established to promote small-scale industries. SIDCO provides infrastructure, distributes raw materials, markets products, and develops skills. It has several roles: 1) Its raw materials division distributes industrial supplies. 2) The marketing division helps industries obtain government contracts and makes advance payments. 3) The bills discounting program provides funding for unpaid invoices. 4) The export division markets products internationally. 5) It promotes skill development centers and training. 6) SIDCO establishes industrial estates to train and support women entrepreneurs.