ePLDT enables Vaccination Rollout App of Santa Rosa, Laguna

 

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In its bid to safeguard residents and help reduce the number of COVID-19 cases hitting their city, the local government of Santa Rosa, Laguna launched its website registration portal for its vaccination program powered by ePLDT—the industry-leading enabler of digital business solutions in the Philippines. This initiative is part of ePLDT’s ongoing efforts to support LGUs across the country to help curb the rising cases of COVID-19 through reliable and secure technology.

With the hashtag #LetsGetVacSANTAROSA, the city has launched an online registration portal for qualified Santa Rosa residents for its vaccination rollout. The portal is deployed in Microsoft Azure Stack which is hosted in ePLDT's VITRO Data Center and is secured via ePLDT Cybersecurity solutions such as DNS Security and SSL-Certificates. 

Jovy Hernandez, ePLDT President & CEO and SVP & Head for PLDT and Smart Enterprise Business Groups explains the urgency of equipping local governments with PLDT and ePLDT solutions, saying that “The need to quickly deploy the vaccine registration portal of Santa Rosa City is a priority, especially now that vaccines are available. PLDT Enterprise & ePLDT are committed to enabling the government's pandemic response and efficient vaccine distribution through our digital solutions that ensure public services are delivered securely and at-scale to the citizenry."

“Now more than ever, we in Santa Rosa are looking forward to fully protecting our residents from COVID-19,” according to Mayor Arlene B. Arcilla, City Mayor of Santa Rosa, who expressed gratitude for the partnership with ePLDT. “Through the untiring efforts of ePLDT and the reliable technology available, we hope to be able to vaccinate many of our priority groups, and eventually most residents, in due time. Let’s get back to normal, let’s get vaccinated!”

Microsoft Azure Stack, a partnership between ePLDT and Microsoft, is a locally-hosted, flexible, enterprise-grade and globally-renowned cloud computing infrastructure that allows users to develop, deploy and manage applications in real time. Enterprises and governments alike can be more agile by using Microsoft Azure cloud services to build modern infrastructure and refresh legacy applications, with the confidence that the infrastructure is hosted in VITRO datacenters and managed by ePLDT’s certified cloud experts.

ePLDT remains at the top of the local ICT industry in delivering best-in-class cybersecurity solutions as it becomes the first DNSSEC-compliant provider of DNS Security in the country. Having an SSL Certificate enables encrypted sessions to protect data privacy and authentication of servers and applications to promote trust.

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The launch of the Nike App in Southeast Asia

 

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Nike continues to accelerate its digital transformation in Southeast Asia and India (SEA&I) with the launch of the Nike App — the company’s fastest growing platform — providing members with personalized access to the best of Nike. The free Nike App launches today in Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, India and Taiwan.

Nike is leading its growth strategy with the digital and direct businesses through new technologies, capabilities and innovations. The Nike App connects Nike members to product, guidance, rewards and experiences, all tailored to their individual preferences. A digital Nike hub in the palm of your hand, members receive product recommendations based on what they love, with fast and secure checkout.  

“The launch of the Nike App marks a critical expansion of Nike’s digital ecosystem in SEA&I,” says Sanjay Gangopadhyay, VP of Nike SEA&I. “Through this launch, we are creating meaningful relationships with our local members, and inspiring and equipping them to move.”

Nike’s growing ecosystem in SEA&I allows consumers to shop on their terms — how, when and where they want. Consumers can shop at Nike stores and Nike partner stores, as well as online through the Nike App, Nike.com, SNKRS Web and the official Nike stores with digital partners, such as Lazada. Nike is also helping people make sport a daily habit through the Nike Run Club (NRC) and Nike Training Club (NTC) activity apps.

There are a number of member benefits through the Nike App, inclusive of:  

Exclusive access: Members will have a chance to get the latest product drops, early and exclusively within the App, including weekly drops every Friday with key styles such as Air Jordan 1, Air Force 1 and Air Max. To kick off the launch, members can get early access to Space Jam products, exclusively on the Nike App.

Member rewards: Members will unlock exciting rewards through their personalized "Member Wallet" where they can find exclusive promotions, access to events and more. Starting July 12, members can complete in weekly challenges on the NRC or NTC Apps to gain access to the Champions Locker on the Nike App — an exclusive unlock with members-only access to product and content within the App.

Inspirational content: Members will have access to stories, guidance and other inspirational content available only in the App.

“A key focus with developing the Nike App for SEA&I was ensuring that the content, experiences, services and product offers are customized based on what we know Nike members in SEA&I want most from us,” says Xia Ding, VP of APLA Nike Direct Digital Commerce. “Over time, this focus becomes even sharper as we learn from member behavior and engagement, so we are able to personalize the Nike App experience to an even greater extent.”

By downloading the Nike App between now and July 22, consumers will receive a 10 percent discount off their next purchase within the App.

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Coping with the accelerated Digitalization: Empowering Organizations with Digital Tools

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Majority of Philippine firms has relied heavily on traditional media and channels for decades, but with customers shifting to the digital realm more noticeable at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is now mandatory for agencies and brands to meet the customers where they are – that is on the virtual marketplace.

A recent study from data management consultancy TransUnion Information Solutions has unveiled that the shift towards digital could be permanent for Filipino businesses. Digital transformation has drastically accelerated, with 78% of organizations changing their digital transaction processes due to the pandemic.

Despite all odds, all hopes remain for MY BUSYBEE, INC., the Philippines’ top digital and media giant, whose recent efforts speed up the rollout of digital infrastructure towards getting in the right direction and building our digital economy.

Founded in 2009, BUSYBEE started with a basic SMS software; now it has grown into a full-fledged digital agency, covering the entire spectrum of digital marketing. From the words of the company’s CEO/founder Rico Hernandez, "Traditional media such as TV, radio, and print will soon be obsolete. All businesses must adapt to the latest technologies, otherwise, their market share will be eaten up by competitors." Businesses embracing this reality will surely be the leader of unprecedented growth.

Throughout the years, BUSYBEE has kept innovating to improve the quality of Filipinos’ digital experience as it continually provides various digital, world-class platforms and services. The company is at the forefront of client satisfaction by delivering top caliber and high–quality outputs. BUSYBEE believes that it is only fitting that we continue to improve and innovate our digital products and services to help improve the business environment in the country.

“Technology is meant to serve humanity, not the other way around. So the goal is to produce simple, relevant, and usable applications behind the utterly complicated codes. This being the case, BUSYBEE finds honor in harnessing the advancement in technology for public service and the greater good. We take it as our integral accountability to our users and to the Supreme being that capacitated us. The ability of our end-users to utilize our work is our organization’s sweetest glory,” Hernandez said.

This year, BUSYBEE together with the Rotary Club of Alabang Madrigal Business Park, Asian-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, ASEAN Youth Organization, Junior Chamber International Pasay Perlas, Rotaract Club of San Antonio de Padua, and many other partners will be kicking off the roll out of its series of Webinars starting July 22, 2021, with the theme: “Coping with the accelerated Digitalization: Empowering Organizations with Digital Tools.” The Webinar series aims to explain the pandemic-accelerated digitalization and to provide a point for organizations to begin their transition to becoming more competitive in the digital world. For those who have adapted earlier, this will help them further understand and improve their digital facilities.

The webinar series will be open to the public and will be conducted in three parts that will cover topics such as SMS and Viber Marketing, eCommerce and Web Development, Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chatbot,Virtual Event Platform, Cybersecurity and Data Privacy with invited panelists and speakers from concerned government agencies and experts from the private sector. To register to the webinar, log on their website https://www.mybusybee.net/busybee-webinar/ 

Government protocols to control the spread of the COVID-19 have caused limitations and a great loss to many businesses in the Philippines. While some businesses especially SMEs temporarily or permanently ceased operations, some have seen this as an opportunity to evolve and cope with the accelerated digitalization of things. The question is where do we begin? Are we even ready to embrace digitalization and let go of our traditional ways?