Kyndryl and BPI Celebrate 10 Years of Strategic Partnership

BPI President and CEO TG Limcaoco with Kyndryl Global Group President Elly Keinan

ASIA PACIFIC, PHILIPPINES, 04 JANUARY 2024 – Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, and Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), a leading provider of financial services and an industry pillar in the Philippines, commemorate the 10th anniversary of their technology infrastructure services partnership that underpins BPI’s robust IT governance framework.

Over the past decade, BPI made significant advancements across its Data Center Operations, Server and Storage Management, IT Service Desk, Security Management, and Asset Management operations, fine-tuning standard procedures and tools across its organization. Through its partnership with Kyndryl, BPI, with its substantial network of 752 branches across the country, has grown its technical talent and is now taking advantage of advanced technology solutions to foster its ongoing digital transformation and is working to create a seamless customer experience for its clientele.

“Our continued collaboration with Kyndryl underscores our shared commitment to digital transformation, aimed at enhancing customer experience and ensuring data management and protection,” said Alex Seminiano, BPI Chief Technology Officer. “As a testament to our dedication to digitalization and customer obsession, we at BPI continue to innovate banking products and platforms as part of our mission to help build a better Philippines – one family, one community at a time.”

Photo shows (from left): Wilson Go, Kyndryl Philippines Managing Director; Andrew Lim, Kyndryl ASEAN Managing Director; TG Limcaoco, BPI President and CEO; Elly Keinan, Kyndryl Global Group President; and Mariels Winhoffer, Kyndryl Global Business Development Leader

Kyndryl is investing in the Philippines and is committed to continuing to enhance its local delivery capabilities to support customers in the Philippines and abroad as they accelerate their plans to modernize, digitally transform and build operational resiliency. As the nation continues to grow its digital competitiveness, Kyndryl in collaboration with BPI, is focused on the education, skill advancement and experience of its local workforce to take advantage of the latest technologies in the areas of automation, cloud, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

"We are deeply honoured to be a strategic technology partner for BPI over the past ten years and remain fully committed to helping them continuously transform for a bright digital future,” said Wilson Go, Managing Director of Kyndryl Philippines. “At Kyndryl, we are excited to do our part to contribute to the deep base of homegrown technical talent in the Philippines and we look forward to collaborating with BPI to build a community of skilled technical experts in new areas such as automation and cloud modernization services.”

Inside look at IT: What it’s like working in the thriving industry

MANILA, Philippines — While many believe it is too idealistic to have a good workplace culture and great compensation, many jobseekers greatly consider these two factors when applying for a job, according to two studies. The 2021 Employee Experience Survey by Willis Towers Watson reported that 89% of respondents believe a positive employee experience is a key driver of engagement, while a 2023 survey from online recruitment platform JobStreet found that 53% of Filipino job seekers would like to know the salary range offered while still in the recruitment process.

Aside from great benefits and compensation, employees in the IT industry pointed out that a good work culture and environment as well as training programs are the top priorities of jobseekers.

Lesther, who specializes in securing networks from vulnerabilities, noted that training programs are important as trends are continuously evolving and IT professionals need to keep up in order to be efficient. Steph, a software solutions engineer, echoed this, adding that since the industry is highly competitive and fast-paced, getting equipped with the right skills and knowledge is important. Grace, a malware researcher, said that one advantage in the IT field is that since it’s a broad industry, there is always so much to learn and room for improvement.

Yondu, the top IT solutions company wholly owned by Globe, offers all of these—great benefits and compensation, a good working environment, and training programs to Yondudes, a nickname for its employees. 

Competitive pay and benefits are not a problem for Yondu as the company ensures this through regular benchmarking of market data and best practices. There are also tailor-fitted rewards programs according to talent segments.

Yondu also ensures their employees remain competitive and well-equipped by industry standards through a variety of training, reskilling and upskilling programs offered to hone their skills in the constantly changing tech industry. Despite the fast-paced sector continuously evolving, Yondu still values work-life balance and offers programs to further support Yondudes’ well-being. 

Vanessa Liwanag, Business Development Director at Yondu, acknowledged the company’s role in her growth, “Yondu has helped me develop my leadership, decision-making, and communication skills through its effective leadership training programs. The company also helped me grow personally because of its hybrid setup. This allows me to have a work-life balance. I can still take care of my family and my health while simultaneously contributing to the organization.”

“What sets Yondu apart from other organizations is its genuine focus on understanding and supporting its employees,” said Javen Babac, Lead Application Support Specialist at Yondu. “The company recognizes that employees perform their best when they feel valued and supported, and this philosophy sets Yondu apart by fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. The organization's commitment to understanding its employees and providing the necessary resources demonstrates its dedication to employee well-being and sets a strong foundation for professional growth and job satisfaction.”

Join Yondu’s growing team and find out more about Yondu’s managed IT services by visiting www.yondu.com, following them on their social media platforms, and subscribing to their newsletter.

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About Yondu

Yondu, Inc is a top IT solutions provider wholly owned by Globe. It empowers businesses through secure, scalable, and innovative technology solutions, supporting Globe Group’s commitment to uplifting Filipino lives, transforming enterprises, and building a digital nation. The company prides itself on its transformative business solutions, including Custom Software Development, eCommerce Solutions, Cloud Services, Managed IT Services, and Ready-to-Use Platforms. Yondu leverages its highly skilled workforce and over 20 years of experience in the industry to boost its synergies with Globe and contribute significantly to the success of enterprises across various industries.