IT-BPM Summit 2023 to showcase successes

CEBU, Philippines —  The IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) is set to hold its 15th edition of the International IT-BPM Summit (IIS 2023) to update stakeholders on the sector’s transformation and how to exploit technology innovation to stay on top of the global stage.

Scheduled on September 27 and 28, 2023 at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila in Parañaque, the upcoming IIS will showcase the breakthrough developments and outstanding accomplishments of the IT-BPM industry in the country, as well as its indispensable contributions to society and the economy. It is the premier summit for the builders, enablers, and innovators of the sector, who want to further strengthen the Philippines’ country-level competitiveness as an investment destination for IT-BPM services.

Dubbed as Asia Pacific’s largest and most important IT-BPM conference, the IIS also serves as a venue for IBPAP’s stakeholders in the industry, the government, and the academe to gain new insights from global and local subject matter experts, foster meaningful connections with one another, and address the pressing issues of Philippine IT-BPM.

Organized by the IBPAP, the conference will carry the theme  “Forging Ahead: Tech-Forward Philippines.” It will underscore the IT-BPM sector’s role in leading the way towards a more sustainable, inclusive, and equitable future for the Philippines.

Likewise, IIS 2023 will highlight the new and emerging technologies that will transform the industry and enable it to create innovative solutions that address critical economic, social, and environmental challenges.

The 15th IIS is going to open with a keynote by a world-renowned futurist, which will lay down a foundation that encourages positive, forward-thinking conversations among attendees and emphasizes how leveraging technological advancements catalyzes growth and innovation in the Philippine IT-BPM sector.

On the first day, IIS 2023 will also explore how technology is reshaping industries and societies, and delve into how Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations must take precedence in a tech-forward era.

On its second day, the IIS will put the spotlight on visionary leadership and frame the discussions in the context of the IT-BPM sector’s evolving work types, changing workforce dynamics, and shifting job roles. The second day of the conference will also underline the growing importance of government support and the industry’s ecosystem of partners to the Philippines’ continued global competitiveness and attractiveness as an investment destination.

Headlining this year’s IIS will be a checkpoint update on Roadmap 2028, including performance reports from the past year the sector’s growth outlook for the year ahead, and and the launch of the Philippine IT-BPM industry brand, which aims to elevate the image of the sector to potential talent and fortify the country’s position on the global stage.

“The IT-BPM industry’s growth throughout the years is closely intertwined with the emergence, adoption, and integration of technology in the Philippines,” said Jack Madrid, IBPAP President and chief executive officer (CEO).

“The sector is at the forefront of innovation implementation. This is apparent in the processes we operationalize, the tools we use, and the way we invest in our people—major factors that saw us through economic crises, natural disasters, and even a global pandemic,” Madrid said.

“As the world goes through the stages of the innovation cycle at an accelerated pace, the industry is more than ready to demonstrate its leadership in harnessing the transformative power of new technologies while recognizing the crucial role of ESG principles in ensuring sustainable growth for the IT-BPM sector and the Philippines,” Madrid added.

IBPAP is composed of over 350 members and six partner associations, namely; the Animation Council of the Philippines, Inc. (ACPI), Global In-House Center Council (GICC) Philippines, Contact Center Association of the Philippines (CCAP), Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP), Healthcare Information Management Association of the Philippines (HIMAP), and the Philippine Software Industry Association (PSIA).