PLDT, Smart Sun launch integrated ICT solutions

MANILA, Philippines - Growing competition in the local market as well as the anticipated ASEAN integration has pushed local businesses – especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to arm themselves with the right tools to boost their level of competitiveness in the international arena.

Given this development in the region, PLDT SME Nation, Smart Enterprise, and Sun Business ushered in the convergence of its fixed and wireless ICT solutions, geared to enhance the competitiveness and capabilities of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country.

“This unprecedented collaboration between PLDT SME Nation, Smart Enterprise, and Sun Business is part of the PLDT Group’s convergence strategy, which bolsters our position as a differentiated and preferred ICT provider in the Philippines,” said PLDT and Smart Ppresident and CEO Napoleon Nazareno. He added: “this landmark convergence among the three players will help SMEs gear up for the global market, by providing them with the unmatched flexibility and reliability of their ICT infrastructure – from fixed line services to advanced and value-rich mobility solutions.”

“Now, SMEs can enjoy the best of everything,” said PLDT executive vice president and head of enterprise and international and carrier business Eric R. Alberto. “From expert offerings of PLDT, innovative solutions by Smart Enterprise, to value-rich tools from Sun Business, SMEs can avail of wide range of topnotch ICT services, including robust access solutions and value-added connectivity packages.”

Alberto pointed out that with this development, SMEs can just reach out to either PLDT SME Nation, Smart Enterprise or Sun Business. They can receive advice on, and avail of the specific solutions or customizable combinations of solutions from three service providers that they do not only need, but also fit their requirements. “The available roster of solutions can arm SMEs to become more proactive, optimize the internet for business, leverage on big data, and utilize cloud and mobile capabilities – all of which provide a more holistic approach to achieving higher productivity and success in their businesses,” he added.