Iloilo Small Businesses Get Digital Boost from PLDT Enterprise
PLDT Enterprise recently held an SME Day event in Iloilo City to introduce small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the area to digital services and technology. The event, which drew over 100 representatives from various businesses, featured speakers from PLDT Enterprise, ePLDT, VITRO Inc., and Cisco Meraki who discussed topics such as 5G connectivity, reliable internet connections, data centers, cybersecurity, and applications that can help companies serve customers during disruptions.
According to Atty. Fydah Marie Sabandoh Del Rosario, head of the Data Assessment and System Management Office of the Iloilo City Government, local businesses are crucial to the city's progress. She expressed her desire for entrepreneurs in Iloilo to be equipped with the necessary tools to take advantage of new opportunities.
John Eric Alviz, vice president and head of Growth Marketing, Digital, and Trade at PLDT Enterprise, emphasized that his company's priority is to support SMEs in their growth. He encouraged entrepreneurs to view digital transformation as an opportunity for efficiency, better decision-making, and building stronger businesses.