We’ve all been hearing that the Philippines is currently receiving significant high Foreign Direct Investments. These will all mean great to economists and entrepreneurs, as this means that the country is progressing. But to a layperson, the details might seem a little lost. Once you break down the jargons and the highfalutin terminologies, it’s pretty […]
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Offshore Gaming Spaces Surged in 1stQ of 2019
The first quarter of 2019 for the Philippines looks rosy as offshore gaming space demand is on the rise. Currently, consulting firm Pronove Tai said the Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO) are receiving pre-leasing as the demand for spaces are on the rise. Manila Bulletin reported the demand during the first quarter increased by 118% […]
What’s the Next POGO Destination in The Philippines?
Cebu City garnered tremendous interests from offshore gaming sites, which is the sector that is driving the leasing operations within the city. But another location near Cebu City is also getting attention from the same sector — Mandaue. Joey Roi Bondoc, senior research manager at Colliers International Philippines, explained that Mandaue city offers two factors […]
Why Removing Incentives to the BPO Industry is a Bad Idea
The BPO Industry is one of the Philippines highest contributor to its economy. In fact, the benefits provided by countless BPO companies setting up shop in the country are tremendous, as it contributes also to the livelihood of its citizens. Those are common knowledges by now, but for some reason, tax incentives for the industry […]
How Artificial Intelligence Can Help Businesses in the Philippines
Indeed, the dawn of Artificial Intelligence is upon us, and it’s starting to reach Philippine shores. Although it is to be expected to have some fear about AI, particularly contact centers, we have to know that AI can be harnessed to help businesses in the Philippines become better and competitive. Among other things, artificial intelligence […]
BPO Firms Should Get Incentive for Upskill Initiatives Says Senator Aspirant
One senator aspirant in the country suggests that the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry should have tax incentives that will urge businesses to upskill its workforce with today’s trends, such as big data, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning. Senatorial candidate Mar Roxas said the BPO industry can reinvent itself with this. During a forum held […]