Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. Small all Medium Enterprise Solutions bridges the gap of SMEs through the Department of Trade and Industry’s initiative in building the DTI AI Hub. In a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed yesterday in Ortigas, both parties formalized the partnership in taking the Digital Transformation of Filipino businesses in the Small, Medium and Large Enterprises (MSMEs) to be fully equipped and informed.
The Department of Trade and Industry initiated the move in pushing for Digital Transformation, aiding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for their businesses, with the major component, needing to be connected in the World Wide Web. Converge responds by attaining to meet the needs of the MSMEs in providing them connectivity, and the knowledge curve in learning everything about AI and how it can be used to power up the MSMEs and becoming responsible in using AI tools to improve business efficiency.
Did you know that the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises comprises 99.6% of all businesses in the Philippines? These MSMEs face challenges in adopting Digital Transformation due to lack of Telco coverage in their respective areas. Thus, this partnership of the Department of Trade and Industry and Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. paves the way with the aim of DTI in accelerating the MSMEs digital readiness and competitiveness.
The Department of Trade and Industry Supervising Head of the DTI-Competitiveness and Innovation Group, Assistant Secretary Nylah Rizza Bautista, clearly highlighted the importance of strengthening MSME access to digital tools: “Our goal is to push for MSMEs to embrace technology and digitalization, and we believe that this partnership with Converge strengthens our push. Through this initiative, we can give our entrepreneurs not just access to tools but a fair chance to compete and succeed in the global market.
She further emphasized the role of digital transformation in sustaining MSME competitiveness: “The DTI believes that digitalization of our MSMEs is no longer optional but absolutely essential in today’s highly digital business environment.”
Under the MOU, Converge will complement DTI programs by offering connectivity packages and digital solutions for MSMEs participating in DTI-led digitalization and innovation initiatives, including those focused on helping startups and traditional enterprises adopt digital tools, AI-supported platforms, and other emerging technologies.
Converge Senior Vice President for SME Group Dindo Marzan expressed the company’s support for DTI’s efforts: “Every business relies not only on effective and efficient connectivity but also easy-to-use and practical digital solutions. We are honored to support the DTI in ensuring that MSMEs—wherever they are—gain access to the technology and assistance they need to grow sustainably.”
The partnership forms part of DTI’s broader effort to build an inclusive digital ecosystem, promote innovation and competitiveness, and ensure that no Filipino entrepreneur is left behind—whether they are a traditional MSME adapting to digital tools or a startup innovating with next-generation technologies.
