Globe Business updates IT-BPOs of its network transformation

Reaffirming its continuous commitment to offer better solutions to its customers, Globe Business recently provided an update of its network transformation to the members of Information Technology and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) during their General Members Meeting held at the Fairmont Hotel Makati.

"We want to make businesses better. And that definitely includes making the lives of our clients and their ecosystem better as well," said Nikko Acosta, the new Head of Globe Business Enterprise Group, as he described the very thrust that has defined the corporate arm of Globe all these years, adding that "the basic core offers will not work if we do not have a very strong network. It is to this end that Globe Business is boldly undertaking the network upgrade head on.”

Acosta shared that the transformation is currently taking place in three key areas: access or mobility, fiberized transport, and full IT connectivity. Focusing on these elements translates to wider coverage, clearer calls, prompt text messaging and faster internet browsing for consumers. Because of the great magnitude and capital expense of turning this vision into reality, he acknowledged that the transformation is being experienced at varying levels.

He told IBPAP members that Globe Business is working in step with them, assuring that “we are aligned with your vision to make sure that at the end of the day, business will be good, with our network’s vastly-improving connectivity providing the means.”

Acosta confirmed that Globe is currently embarking on building more sites, boosting in capacity and enhancing network performance with the change-out of old equipment nationwide generally completed. To date, almost 75% the network is already on 4G HSPA+, providing faster mobile browsing experience for customers, including enterprises and businesses. More than 8,000 kilometers of fiber optic cables were likewise added to the existing Globe fiber optic cable infrastructure as the company continues to expand its optical and all IP Transport network nationwide.