Japan-Affiliated Telco - InfiniVAN, Inc. is now ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Telecommunications and digital solutions provider InfiniVAN, Inc. a subsidiary of Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed IPS, Inc., has been awarded the International Organization for Standardization Certification ISO 9001:2015 for its Quality Management System (QMS) that secures the quality and reliability of services to its clients or customers.

ISO 9001:2015 is defined as the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system. The breakthrough is part of the company’s consistent commitment to be recognized as a company that redefines the standards of quality and service in the telco industry.

After management consulting and training firm FCU Solutions, Inc. conducted an Appreciation Workshop for ISO 9001:2015 at InfiniVAN, Inc. in November 2021, the company was inspired to take on the standard certification. This meant it would work towards and commit to provide products and services that meet customer and other related requirements, develop and implement a Quality Policy to fulfill its objectives, demonstrate leadership and commitment to the QMS, reduce the risks in the implementing processes and improve the performance of the QMS.

“We moved towards ISO certification because we aim to be the benchmark for telecommunications and digital solutions and prove it too. With the ISO certification, our customers will be assured of the quality of our service and our commitment to continually improve on our offerings. It will demonstrate our mission and vision towards continuous and sustainable improvement,” said Engr. Edgardo A. Opulencia, InfiniVAN’s COO.

Engr. Opulencia added that the ISO certification is a milestone and a great achievement for the company as a whole as it prepares and continuously improves Infinivan’s conformities, processes, and operations. With it, InfiniVAN’s top management commits to ensure adequate resources and support to help the company achieve its goals.

InfiniVAN, Inc. 's services and coverage areas can be found at www.infinivan.com. For more info, please call (02) 7-368-5232 or send an email to info@infinivan.com.

Converge Sustains Subscriber Growth with Revenues up 40% in Q1 2022

The country’s leading fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has grown its revenues by 40% to P7.75 billion in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period last year, on the back of continued strong residential subscriber increase and accelerating demand from enterprise clients.

In its first quarter financial and operations briefing to the media, Converge disclosed that it registered gross subscriber adds of 188,000 during the quarter, up 15% from the last quarter in 2021, leading to a cumulative subscriber count of 1.8 million, higher by 53% compared to its year-ago level.

Meanwhile, core net income grew to almost P 2.0 billion in Q1 2022 representing a core net income margin of 25.4%.  

“We are seeing a solid growth of our financials in the first quarter of 2022 and we expect to hit our full-year targets as we remain aggressive in our network rollout and marketing activities both in the residential and enterprise segments,” notes Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy. 

Further propping up revenue growth is the continued increase in its Enterprise business which encompasses small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Corporates, Large Enterprise, and Wholesale. The reopening of the economy and gradual thriving of SMEs has aided the segment’s growth. Revenues for the Enterprise business amounted to P935.5 million in Q1 2022, 25% higher versus P749.7 million in Q1 2021. SMEs contributed 20% to the total, and by itself grew by 118% year on year. SME subscribers of Converge reached 25,810 as of March 21, 2022 - a growth of 200%.

"The revival of the economy and the return of businesses - especially SMEs - has given our enterprise business a push in the first quarter of the year. Moving forward, we hope to offer more value to SMEs as they continue to recover," said Converge President, Chief Resource Officer, and Chief Risk Officer Maria Grace Y. Uy. 

Converge continues to ensure Filipinos enjoy high availability, aggressively rolling out its fiber ports in Q1 2022 and reaching 6.5 million ports as of March 2022. This puts it on track to reach the accelerated target of 7.5 million to 8 million ports by 2023. 

Nationwide household coverage as of Q1 2022 is at 47%. In terms of homes passed, 12.2 million homes in the Philippines are serviceable by Converge, which is 70% higher than the same period in 2021.

Despite its massive network investments, Converge maintained an industry-leading return on invested capital (ROIC) of 17.3%, due to the company’s disciplined approach in deploying capital to expand its fiber network and tracking key capital efficiency indicators such as port utilization ratios. 

In the first quarter of the year, Converge acquired the Alaska Aces franchise and officially entered the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) under its own team, the Converge FiberXers in a bid to become a household name. 

Recently, Converge was included in the exclusive and highly-watched MSCI Global Standard Indexes, the only Philippine company to be included in its latest rebalancing announced May 12, 2022. This inclusion will become effective on May 31, 2022. This further broadens the exposure of Converge to international passive investors and stands as further proof of its strong market position. 

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The Converge Enterprise business encompassing small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Corporates, Large Enterprise, and Wholesale maintained its upward momentum in the first quarter of 2022 delivering 25% YoY revenue growth.

Converge opens its business center in Calapan, Mindoro as part of the Company’s Go Deep and Go National strategy. Converge continues to be the fastest growing fiber network in the country, having rolled out almost 645k FTTH ports in the first quarter of 2022 resulting in 47% household coverage across the Philippines, on track to reach the accelerated target to cover 55% of households by 2023.

DITO Telecommunity partners with The House of Collab (THOC)

Manila, Philippines – DITO Telecommunity, recognizing the importance of empowering content houses, influencers, and creators, has entered into a brand partnership with influencer-based online reality show and content house House of Collab. The House of Collab is a collective of prominent Filipino content creators, influencers, working under one roof.

Content houses are a rising concept here and abroad; like one of the more popular global shows, Hype House. Content houses, also known as ‘creator houses’ or ‘influencer houses,’ are spaces where influencers collaborate to create content. The influencers in these platforms support each other by tagging each other in their collaborated content to expand their audiences online. The House of Collab is one such concept in the Philippines.

Starting March of this year, The House of Collab will be powered by DITO Telecommunity products; THOC influencers will get the chance to try out DITO Telecommunity’s fast speeds and latest product innovations such as DITO Auto Pay and DITO Advance Pay, as well as try out the new DITO 5G Home WiFi, which was recently released in limited areas in Quezon City, Manila, and Caloocan.

“Our brand partnership with The House of Collab is certainly an exciting venture for the DITO Telecommunity. THOC is a pioneer in the content house concept in the Philippines, and we know it’s the beginning of a very engaging partnership. We’re also equally excited to showcase to them the strengths and advantages of DITO’s products and features,” said DITO Telecommunity Brand and Marketing Director Jasper Evangelista.

“DITO Telecommunity recognizes the importance of content creators and influencers. They are the proponents of Filipino ingenuity and could be considered the key thought leaders in the digital space. Thus, we have made available fast, value-driven, and next-gen mobile data services that are simple and hassle-free. This is our way of empowering our very own Filipino creators and influencers.”, he added.

Don’t miss THOC’s fun-filled episodes! Get to watch the action at The House of Collab’s official social media pages, YouTube, and Kumu.

DITO Telecommunity, the third major telco in the country, has recently rolled out its newest telco innovations—DITO Auto Pay and DITO Advance Pay—that give maximum flexibility and worry-free convenience to its subscribers. These latest innovations make the five (5) new DITO Level Up Packs stronger, more flexible, and more value-driven than ever before! Visit https://dito.ph/level-up-promos to learn more about DITO’s expanded and enhanced product lineup.

Stay tuned for more updates on our points of sale, data offers, and other details by visiting the official Facebook page of DITO at www.facebook.com/DITOphofficial or the website at www.dito.ph.

DITO inks partnership with LuponWXC for Just ML Female: Queen of the Dawn

Manila, Philippines – DITO Telecommunity has recently partnered with local gaming and eSports company LuponWXC for this year’s Just ML Female Cup Tournament, highlighting the exceptional talent of female gamers in the Philippines.

As the tournament’s official telco partner, now for the second year, DITO will highlight the best and most promising female gamers in the competition, which is considered one of the biggest Mobile Legends tournaments in the country.

Last year, the Just ML Female Cup featured over 50 teams that fought in a tournament showcased live via Just ML’s Facebook Page.

This year’s tournament, which will run from March 14 to March 31, will be as big as ever, with over 50 teams hailing from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao fighting for the top prize of PHP 70,000 along with DITO gaming items and DITO SIM cards.

The tournament will have a series of qualifying rounds, group stage phases and playoffs, all broadcasted via the Just ML official Facebook page.

“Our partnership with one of the most prominent eSports gaming companies of the country is a platform to highlight the strength of our Filipina gamers and how quickly they rise to the top of the industry. Today, more and more women are doing their part in transforming the overall eSports landscape, and we’re excited to see how it will continue in the future. We’re also thrilled to see how the tournament will go as we progress through the qualifiers, playoffs, and finals,” said DITO Telecommunity Brand and Marketing Director Jasper Evangelista.

“DITO Telecommunity is excited to support women in the gaming community. We’re committed to providing gamers everywhere with the means to have the best gaming experience by way of more value-driven and reliable mobile data services that are simple and hassle-free, and next-gen tech like DITO Auto Pay and DITO Advance Pay. We also encourage everyone to stay tuned on the Just ML official Facebook page and watch all the action unfold there,” Evangelista added.

To know more about the tournament or to check out the current game standings and schedule of livestreams, visit the Just ML Facebook page and www.dito.ph or @DITOPhOfficial on social media.  

DITO Telecommunity is celebrating its first anniversary this month. The third major telco in the country has recently rolled-out its newest telco innovations—DITO Auto Pay and DITO Advance Pay—that give maximum flexibility and worry-free convenience to its subscribers. These latest innovations make the five (5) new DITO Level Up Packs stronger, more flexible and more value driven than ever before! Visit https://dito.ph/level-up-promos to learn more about DITO’s expanded and enhanced product lineup.

Stay tuned for more updates on our points of sale, data offers, and other details, by visiting the official Facebook page of DITO at www.facebook.com/DITOphofficial or the website at www.dito.ph.

Get 1GB of Data for Only 1 Peso as DITO Telecommunity Concludes its Month-Long Anniversary Celebration

Manila, Philippines – DITO Telecommunity will be ending its “ONE Na Tayo DITO” anniversary month with a bang by giving DITOzens a special treat. DITO prepaid subscribers can now avail of 1GB of all-access data for only 1 Peso, valid for one (1) whole day!

DITOzens can avail the DITO Piso Sale via the DITO APP and myDITO exclusively, for a maximum of 5 times, anytime within the promo period of March 27 to March 31 only.

This means that DITOzens can have a total of 5GB of all-access data for only 5 pesos. To learn the full mechanics and other FAQs of this special promo, visit https://dito.ph/piso-sale-dito

DITO is now available in over 500 cities and municipalities in the country with more than 4,100 towers servicing more than 6 million subscribers, and launching more than 83,000 sales touchpoints nationwide.

The newest telco in the country has recently unveiled its newest telco innovations—DITO Auto Pay and DITO Advance Pay—that give more value and worry-free convenience to its subscribers. These latest innovations make the five (5) new DITO Level Up Packs stronger, more flexible, and more value-driven than ever before! Visit https://dito.ph/level-up-promos to learn more about DITO’s expanded and enhanced product lineup.

Stay tuned for more updates on our points of sale, data offers, and other details, by visiting the official Facebook page of DITO at www.facebook.com/DITOphofficial or the website at www.dito.ph.

Converge Doubles Net Income in 2021, Books P7.2 Billion

Leading fiber internet provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) more than doubled its net income to P7.2 billion in 2021 from P3.4 billion the previous year, growing by 111% on the back of record number of port rollouts, continued strong expansion of its residential subscriber base, and recovery of the enterprise business. 

Converge reported on Thursday that it sustained its robust growth with total consolidated revenues reaching P26.5 billion last year, 69.2% higher than the P15.7 billion revenues posted in 2020.

“Our entry into Visayas and Mindanao contributed to our aggressive port rollout, and continued turn-in of subscribers in Luzon and existing markets pushed up our residential business revenues up by 83.2%. Our network has now passed 10.9 million homes and we’re covering around 42.5% of Philippine households. We’re confident of meeting our accelerated goal of reaching 55% of all households by 2023,” said Dennis Anthony Uy, CEO and Co-Founder of Converge.

The fiber internet company rolled out more than 650,000 ports in the fourth quarter, bringing its total port deployment to 2.4 million in 2021. It also reported quarterly net adds of 115,000 bringing its total residential subscriber count to 1.7 million by year-end, hitting the high end of management guidance.

“We sustained our industry-leading trifecta with another record financial performance in 2021,” said Converge President and Co-Founder Maria Grace Y. Uy, referring to the company’s 69.2% year-on-year revenue growth, 55.9% EBITDA margin, and 20.9% return on invested capital (ROIC), much higher than the average of broadband players in the Asia-Pacific region.

Uy noted that Converge also maintained its strong credit profile as reflected in the PRS AAA credit rating with Stable Outlook given by PhilRatings for its upcoming maiden bond issue. The proceeds of the bond issue will be used to partly fund its capital outlay requirements this year.

Converge announced that it has earmarked higher capital expenditures of P26 billion to P28 billion this year, with bulk allotted to fund the expansion of its access network nationwide and further extension of its fiber backbone. The company spent P25 billion for capex last year.

As of end-2021, the Converge fiber backbone reached 103,000 kilometers, passing through 495 cities and municipalities across the country. ###

About Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.

Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions, Inc. (PSE:CNVRG) is the leading pure fiber data network and internet service provider in the country. It is the first to run a pure end-to-end fiber internet network, providing Filipinos simple, fast, and reliable internet connection. Converge is ISO 9001 and CE2.0 Certified.

DITO Telecommunity Rolls-Out Auto Pay and Advance Pay with its DITO Level-Up Packs

Manila, Philippines – DITO Telecommunity rolls out Auto Pay and Advance Pay— breakthrough features that elevate the mobile subscriber experience. These new features are available only through the all-new DITO Level-Up Packs—an expanded and enhanced product lineup consisting of five simple, hassle-free and best value offers with generous data, calls and text.

Over the last year, DITO, the country’s newest telco player, has emerged to disrupt the duopoly in the local telecommunications market.  The launch of new breakthrough features Auto Pay and Advance Pay represent DITO’s latest innovations as it enters its second year of operations—the first of many more innovations to come.

According to DITO Chief Commercial Officer Evelyn Jimenez, the new features are DITO’s response to the ever-present need of Filipinos to have simple offers that give the best value for money, are hassle-free to acquire, and will elevate subscribers’ experience.

“We’re leveling up the customer experience by introducing new breakthrough features such as DITO Auto Pay and Advance Pay—a first in the Philippines’ mobile industry; and we’re excited to showcase all these to our DITOzens as we start our second year of operations in the country,” said Jimenez.

“More than ever, Filipinos are relying on online connections as an essential part of their lives, especially in these extraordinary times. DITO is aware of this need and is committed to making our products simple, hassle-free, and offer the best value for everyone, anytime.” Jimenez said.

Best Value for Money and Worry-Free Convenience

Subscribers can experience great value for their money and worry-free payment convenience with Auto Pay and Advance Pay.

With the new Advance Pay feature, DITO subscribers can receive and pay for their promo package 3 months, 6 months or 12 months in advance, giving full control of their promo spending and usage for several months at a time. This could translate to as much as 40% or Php 4,795 savings from their total package cost. You also get as much as 1,560GB of data for only Php 4.61 per GB, one of the lowest data rates in the market today.

With the new Auto Pay feature on the other hand, DITO subscribers can automatically renew and pay for their chosen package every month without worry. When subscribers are about to reach their data cap or their package is about to expire, they will receive a notification to advise them that their package is being renewed. 

Subscribers can then enjoy uninterrupted web surfing, video streaming and social media without crossing the data limit.  Further, customers can get as much as 10gb of bonus data every month when they avail of Auto Pay.

To learn about the full mechanics of DITO Auto Pay and DITO Advance Pay and how you could use them to score many discounts and bonus data, visit https://dito.ph/level-up-promos 

What’s in store for DITOzens?

As DITO Telecommunity celebrates its first year of operations this month, subscribers now have access to the newest telco’s most expansive and inclusive roster of products yet—five new Level-Up Packs to choose from: 

Details	DITO LEVEL-UP 99	DITO LEVEL-UP 199	DITO LEVEL-UP 299	DITO LEVEL-UP 499	DITO LEVEL-UP 999
Price	Php 99	Php199	Php299	Php 499	Php 999
Data	7GB	16GB	28GB	55GB	120GB

Each DITO Level-Up pack is valid for 30 days and comes with unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, 300 minutes of calls to other mobile networks, and unlimited SMS to all mobile networks. The packs also come with generous all-access data, all net voice and all-net unli SMS, 30-day validity and a data rollover feature.

Apart from its new Level-Up Packs, DITO will continue to offer its DITO 99 and DITO 199 Welcome Promos through the DITO App, as a special treat to its existing, loyal subscribers.  Subscribers who activated their DITO SIM on or before February 28 can still avail them today, with all its perks and bonuses, and a 30-day validity.

The new packs and the original Welcome Promos are available in all channels of DITO (DITO APP, MyDITO site, DITO Experience Stores, and DITO retail partner stores, etc.)

With more than 4,100 towers servicing more than 6 million subscribers, DITO is now available in over 500 cities and municipalities in the country, with more than 83,000 sales touchpoints nationwide.

Stay tuned for more updates on our points of sale, data offers, and other details, by visiting the official Facebook page of DITO at www.facebook.com/DITOphofficial or the website at www.dito.ph.

DITO Pilots 5G Fixed Wireless Broadband in Selected Areas in NCR

Manila, Philippines – After close to one year in commercial operations, the newest major telco, DITO Telecommunity has begun the roll out of its 5G home WiFi offer through a pilot program in 146 barangays in Metro Manila.

Barangays in the City of Manila, Caloocan, and Quezon City will be the first to experience up to 500Mbps of download speed through the DITO 5G Home WIFI Starter Kit.  

The DITO 5G Home WiFi Starter Kit can be availed of from the following DITO Experience Stores, SM Manila, SM North EDSA in Quezon City, Robinson’s Galleria in Quezon City and in Greenhills. 

The Starter Kit, which can be purchased for PHP12,990, includes the 5G modem with SIM that allows our subscribers to experience our fastest internet yet. 

INTRODUCTORY PROMOS – DOUBLE DATA
₱590	50GB 100GB
₱990	100GB 200GB
₱1490	170GB 340GB
₱1990	250GB 500GB

As a welcome offer, subscribers will get 50GB open-access data valid for 30 days, a bonus 3-month subscription to HBO GO and double data promos valid for 30 days (with DITO Rewards and data rollover). 

HBO GO gives you access to a full library of HBO and Max Originals, the latest Hollywood blockbusters, critically acclaimed films and series from around the world, including well-loved kids’ programming from Warner Bros. and Cartoon Network.  

To learn more about the DITO 5G Home WiFi Starter Kit, including how to operate the modem, our introductory promos, complete list of requirements, customer support, and other details, please visit DITO 5G Home WiFi - DITO Telecommunity. Check out @DITOPhOfficial on social media or visit us at www.dito.ph. 

DITO Telecommunity expands to Zamboanga City, widens presence in Luzon provinces in February

Manila, Philippines – This February 25, DITO Telecommunity continues to expand its coverage in the country, with Zamboanga City, Zamboanga Del Sur in Mindanao as the newest area open for commercial operations.

Earlier this month, DITO Telecommunity also widened its reach in several Luzon municipalities—Bayombong, in Nueva Vizcaya; Mabini, Pangasinan, and Pozorrubio, Pangasinan.

Until March 31, 2022, all purchased DITO starter packs will entitle subscribers with an extra 2GB of high-speed data once activated (on top of the DITO Starter Pack’s 3GB of data). The DITO Starter Pack must be activated within the promo period of January 27 to March 31, 2022.

The DITO Starter Pack is perfect for those who are looking to move to DITO. Available in all DITO sales channels (DITO APP, MyDITO site, DITO Experience Stores, and DITO retail partner stores, etc.) for only P49, the Starter Pack includes the DITO SIM and 3GB of high-speed, open data, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 100 minutes of calls to other networks. 

For more information on the points of sale, data offers, and other details, please visit the official Facebook page of DITO at www.facebook.com/DITOphofficial or the website at www.dito.ph.

DITO Offers Bonus and 2x Rewards Points this Valentine’s Season

Manila, Philippines – This Valentine’s season, DITO Telecommunity is giving Filipinos more reasons to connect with their loved ones.

From February 14 to 20 only, subscribers get bonus data and 2x DITO Rewards points when they avail DITO’s 99 and DITO 199.

Bonus data makes V-Day extra special!

For every purchase of the DITO 99 pack, subscribers get a bonus of 1GB data valid for 7 days.

Those who will subscribe to DITO 199, will get 3GB bonus data valid for 15 days.

The DITO 99 pack includes 10GB high-speed data, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited on-net calls, 300 minutes off-net calls, and is valid for 30 days. The DITO 199 pack includes 25GB data valid for 30 days, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited on-net calls, and 300 minutes off-net calls.

2x from DITO Rewards

Subscribers who purchase either of the two promos via from any of DITO Telecommunity’s channels (DITO APP, MyDITO site, DITO Experience Stores, and DITO retail partner stores, etc.) will quality for double points earning.

How many DITO Points will subscribers earn? DITO Subscribers who purchase via the DITO APP or myDITO will earn 6% of the promo amount, or 2% of the promo amount if they purchase via other channels.To read the full mechanics of the promo, visit https://bit.ly/DITOValentinesDayPromo

Customers who avail the data packs via other channels such as DITO Experience Stores and partner retails shops earn 2% of the promo amount.

Subscribers can use their points to redeem a wide array of choices from the DITO Rewards catalogue in the DITO APP.

Have more time to connect with your special someone this season of love, subscribe to DITO’s data promos today. For more details, visit the DITO Telecommunity Facebook Page.