Empowering SMEs through connection, technology

PLDT Enterprise is expanding its strategic partnership with Zoom, the leading pioneer in cloud-based communication and collaboration tools, with major plans for the year. This partnership is a testament to the commitment of both organizations to empower and enable small and medium-sized enterprises in the Philippines, as they continue to embrace mobility and remote work flexibility in 2024.

 The collaboration between PLDT Enterprise and Zoom comes as SMEs are gearing up for a promising year in 2024, emerging and growing from the challenges posed by the pandemic. With over a million SMEs in the Philippines, there are tremendous opportunities to further empower this segment and address their digitalization requirements, providing them with all the tools and platforms necessary for their success.

PLDT Enterprise aims to empower SMEs by introducing viable business tools, digital solutions and platforms that will assist them in growing their businesses effectively.

Eds Faustino, business head for digital inside sales NCR, PLDT Enterprise; Eugene Aldecoa, business head for NCR, PLDT Enterprise; Rafael Davila, business head for Regional Luzon, SMBiz, PLDT Enterprise; Euan Rex Toralballa, head of small and micro business, PLDT Enterprise; Stephen Liu, channel manager for Asia Pacific, Zoom; Vinayak Patil, training lead for Asia Pacific, Zoom; Maikee Farrales, SMB sales manager, Zoom Philippines; MC Arenas, product manager, PLDT Enterprise; Angelo Cabrera, SMB account executive, Zoom Philippines; Gerald Sobrevinas, category head for enterprise communications and collaboration, PLDT Enterprise; and Emma Andino, SMB account executive, Zoom Philippines.

One of the key offerings resulting from this partnership is the Zoom Phone bundle, a cloud telephony solution that supports mobility and enables SMEs to conduct business on the go. This aligns with the trend of SMEs evolving from basic tools of trade to platforms that facilitate flexible work options and mobility.

PLDT Enterprise’s “Sulong, SME” thrust has driven the growth and transformation of SMEs in the past year, supported by cutting-edge technology solutions and tools that enable sustainable growth and optimized customer experiences.

Euan Toralballa, head for small and micro business at PLDT Enterprise, expressed his enthusiasm for the PLDT Enterprise-Zoom partnership, saying, “Our SME advocacy drives us to seek innovative solutions and strategic partnerships to help them thrive. This collaboration with Zoom is a testament of our vision to support their digital transformation journey.”

Stephen Liu, channel manager for Asia Pacific at Zoom, added, “We are excited to work with PLDT Enterprise more this 2024 in bringing Zoom’s communication and collaboration solutions to the SME community. Our joint efforts will empower SMEs to stay connected and competitive in today’s fast-paced business landscape.”