MoneyGram partners with GCash to offer consumers more digital money transfer options

Earlier this month, MoneyGram announced its partnership with GCash, the mobile wallet and micropayment arm of Mynt, in a move that promises to further improve financial inclusion in the Philippines.

Through the new united system, thousands of GCash users can now receive money from over 200 countries and territories on their mobile wallet and use the funds instantly for purchasing goods and services online. 

Convenience and ease at your fingertips 

Between over 30 million active smartphone users and the growing Internet penetration in the Philippines, the collaboration between GCash and MoneyGram is a powerful strategy that aligns with MoneyGram's goal to offer consumers more digital money transfer options.

The MoneyGram services are especially beneficial for OFWs and their families, providing a convenient way to send remittances from all over the world. 

According to POEA 2017 data, there are 12 million OFWs spread around the world, many of whom send a significant portion of their salary to their families back home. The partnership with GCash eliminates the need for family members receiving this money to go to a MoneyGram location. They can directly receive any amount on their mobile wallet. What’s more, the money they receive is readily available for purchasing goods and services online.

Of course, the service could be used literally by anyone – it’s easy, user-friendly and convenient. Directly impacted, however, are of course GCash users – around 1 million active users- providing a convenient solution for the users who live in remote areas and those who don’t have an easy access to the financial system. MoneyGram’s services allow them to receive money directly to their mobile wallet and use it immediately to pay for goods and services - can buy load, pay bills, scan-to-pay using QR codes at the mall and much more.

No hidden charges or extra steps 

Yogesh Sangle, Head of Asia Pacific, Middle East and South Asia, explains that MoneyGram’s goal of equitable financial inclusion envisions a world where financial services are not only accessible, but also free or available at minimum cost. “Aside from convenience, MoneyGram ensures that there is no additional charge to use the service, although a standard charge applies for the transfer of money out of a user’s GCash wallet,” he supplies.

Providing customers with utmost convenience has always been one of MoneyGram's thrust for its customers. And with the new partnership, it further reinforces its promise by providing customers access to their remittances, anytime, anywhere. All they need is a simple touch of a button on their GCash app.

After completing the KYC process via GCash app, a customer can receive money directly on the mobile wallet. This is additional, convenient channel for the customers in the Philippines to receive money their way. 

Sangle also emphasizes that MoneyGram’s global reach, consisting of over 350,000 agent locations in over 200 countries and territories, provides the groundwork for this easily accessible and reliable service. 

“Apart from sending money in person, customers can transfer funds to their families and friends online (from the U.S., the UK, Germany, France and Spain). In most of destinations with significant Filipino communities, they can also use an ATM or self-service kiosk to perform a transaction (such as 7-Eleven stores in Australia). MoneyGram also provides the added value of compliance, having invested in a world-class compliance platform and the services of talented experts to strengthen the integrity of their services and enhance the security of customer transactions.” 

Also, Anthony Thomas, Chief Executive Officer of MYNT quipped, "We’re excited about our strategic partnership with MoneyGram. Now GCash customers can enjoy the convenience of receiving money from their families abroad directly into their GCash mobile wallet. With these funds they can buy load, pay bills, scan-to-pay using QR codes at the mall and much more. Plus, customers can enjoy exclusive incentives the more funds they receive in their GCash wallet.” 

March Promo 

To celebrate the new partnership, MoneyGram and GCash have launched a promotion that will run for 3 months starting March 1 . New users will receive P200 for their first transaction with the new MoneyGram service powered by the GCash app. 



For more information about the service, please visit moneygram.ph. 

Get ready for some serious magic on Monday, March 12 with Warner TV's Deception

Get ready for some serious magic on Monday, March 12, when the highly-anticipated crime drama Deception premieres on Warner TV same day as the U.S.! The show features the timeless arts of magic, misdirection and deception to foil dastardly plans and bring criminals to justice.

Deception stars Jack Cutmore-Scott as the superstar magician, Cameron Black. The story jumps off after a huge scandal derails Cameron's high-flying magic career. Motivated by his desire to expose the person that led to his downfall, he teams up with the FBI. In every episode, he helps them to solve crimes, working through elaborate criminal plots using his extensive knowledge of magic and illusions.

Also starring in Deception are: Ilfenesh Hadera, who plays FBI Agent Kay Daniels; Amaury Nolasco, playing FBI Agent Mike Alvarez; Lenora Crichlow as Dina Clark; ex-footballer Vinnie Jones as Gunter Gustafsen; and Justin Chon as Jordan Kwon.


Cutmore-Scott worked extensively with one of the show's producers, David Kwong (Now You See Me, Blindspot), a professional magician, to learn tricks and various illusions that help lend credibility to his character.


Cutmore-Scott shared: "I hope [the audience] enjoys the show as much as we enjoyed making it. There is an awful lot of adventure and excitement, using a very different approach to making TV. I hope when they see it, they’ll appreciate it and love it.”


Deception airs on Monday, March 12, at 9pm - only on Warner TV. Tune in to Cignal SD Channel 126, Cignal HD Channel 235, SkyCable SD Digital Channel 34, SkyCable HD Channel 197, and Destiny Cable Channel 34.

For more things Warner TV, visit the channel’s website at http://www.warnertvasia.com/ and join the conversation on social media on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WarnerTVAsia/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/warnertvasia/).

OPPO Philippines strengthens its entry-level smartphone offering with the new OPPO A71 2018

OPPO Philippines strengthens its entry-level smartphone offering with the new OPPO A71 2018, carrying a mid-range class processor and includes OPPO’s A.I. Beauty Technology for Php7,990. Equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor found in smartphones at the mid-range level, the A71 2018 elevates the standard of speed and battery efficiency in its price point.


Selfies will never be the same with the A.I. Beauty Technology infused in the 5MP front camera, for this allows more personalized selfie experience by analyzing the subject’s face in more than 220 facial points. Similar with the OPPO F5, the A71 2018 can also detect the skin tone, age and race for a natural looking selfie.

Along with a 13MP rear camera, capturing moments will be fun and easy with multiple modes such as time-lapse, panorama and even expert mode for ultra-HD 42MP shots. All these features are seen through the 5.2” HD display and compact shell body that is easy to hold and carry around.

In addition to value for money, the OPPO A71 2018 comes with a free pre-installed screen protector and transparent protection case. The smartphone also has all-around connectivity with dedicated dual-sim slot and microSD storage for expansion. This gesture is a standard in OPPO smartphones, ensuring that customer experience is on-top of mind in every aspect.

Running on Color OS 3.2 under Android 7.1.1, the A71 2018 runs smooth with premium features like O-Share to transfer files from other OPPO smartphones in lightning speeds. Plus, with its battery efficient processor, the 3,000mAh battery can last for more than 12 hours.

“We keep on pushing the industry by coming up with the best smartphone in every price point. We believe the A71 2018’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor and A.I. Beauty Technology will elevate the smartphone experience in the entry-level arena,” said Eason de Guzman, Public Relations Manager of OPPO Philippines.

The OPPO A71 2018 will be available in all concept stores nationwide starting tomorrow. For more information, customers may visit

https://www.oppo.com/ph/. They can also follow OPPO on Facebook via https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/ to see the latest updates and events from the brand.

Marking HOOQ’s First Hollywood Original Series, The Oath, Tackles Tough Issues of Gang Culture and Corruption in The L.A. Police Force

HOOQ – the largest Video On Demand service in South East Asia – is proud to announce its first foray into Hollywood Originals with Crackle’s The Oath. Debuting with all 10 episodes on March 8, 2018 in the US, the series will be fully available on HOOQ 24 hours later.

Chief Content Officer of HOOQ, Jennifer Batty said, “This marks a truly significant milestone for HOOQ Originals. While we continue to blaze a trail for homegrown Asian content and talent, we are now proud to strengthen our offering and bring in the best original content that Hollywood has to offer. With established producers of gritty visual stories like Joe Halpin and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson on the team and not to mention hard hitters like Ryan Kwanten and Sean Bean, we’re confident that we’ve got a winner here. I can’t wait for you all to see it!”

Set in Los Angeles, this hard-hitting crime drama dives deep into a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend. The Oath chooses to tread where most cop dramas don’t, shedding light on corruption and “police gang” culture by examining secret societies that are nearly impossible to join. Only a select few make the cut but, once inside, members will do what they must to protect each other from enemies not only on the outside but also from within.
Created by Joe Halpin (“Hawaii Five-O”, “Secrets and Lies”), the characters and relationships in The Oath are informed by his first-hand experience working as a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputy in South Central for 18 years, 12 of which was as an undercover officer.

Chief Executive Officer of HOOQ, Peter Bithos said, “At HOOQ, we have always dedicated ourselves to bringing our subscribers the best that Asia and Hollywood have to offer. With The Oath now joining our family of HOOQ Originals, we’re proud to continue bringing the kind of stories that our customers love and continue to expect from us. This is the first of many to come.”

The Oath stars Ryan Kwanten (“True Blood”), Cory Hardrict(“American Sniper”, “Gran Torino”), Katrina Law (“Training Day”), Arlen Escarpeta (“The Magicians”), J.J Soria (“Animal Kingdom”, “The Fosters”) and “Game Of Thrones” alum, Sean Bean.

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson (“Power”) and his G-Unit Film & Television Inc., Todd Hoffman and Dennis Kim of Storied Media Group, Anne Clements (“StartUp”) and Halpin are the producers. The series is directed by Jeff T. Thomas (“Blindspot,” “Wayward Pines”) and Luis Prieto (Kidnap, “StartUp”). The Oath is distributed by Sony Pictures Television.

MORE ON HOOQ

There is truly something for everybody this March on HOOQ’s TVOD service. Lovers of animated films can enjoy Pixar’s Coco and comic book fans can rejoice as HOOQ brings you the absolute best that the Marvel and DC Cinematic Universe has to offer with Thor: Ragnarok and Justice League. Those looking to make a trip to a galaxy far, far away can eagerly await the arrival of Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi and, finally, for the nostalgic lovers of 90s cinema, the highly successful Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle would be a winning choice.

Country Manager of HOOQ Philippines, Sheila Paul, said: “It will be a very exciting month for movie buffs at HOOQ! We are very excited to bring these movies fresh from the cinema that the whole family will enjoy. They’re perfect viewing on road trips this summer and when you’re just chilling at home.”

Country Bankers provides simple and affordable insurance for every Filipino families

Do you remember when you were a young kid, how you used to want to try everything? When you took on every dare without thinking twice? Or had the bravery to try new and different things? Do you also remember how you seemed to lose that courage as you grew older and not that you are an adult, you seem to have second or even think thrice before doing anything risky?

But when you think about it, we weren't really braver then, one of the reasons we never felt afraid was because we knew we had our parents. That we had someone else to lean on in times of trouble or difficulty. We were brave not just because we had nothing to lose, but because even if something bad happens we knew someone would protect us.

Its the same thing with insurance. It may be one of the most exciting topics to talk about, but once you understand just how important it is, you'll even regret not getting one sooner.

More than just preparing for your future, getting a life or non-life policy gives you assurance that whatever happens somebody out there has your back.

That your family will be protected in case of an unfortunate event happens to you or your property. The real benefit of insurance is having some peace of mind even when the most  unexpected happens.

For 53 years, a lot of our fellow Filipinos in the countryside know insurance by one name, Country Bankers Insurance Group.

In its more than five decades of existence, Country Bankers has never faltered in its commitment to provide simple and affordable insurance that Filipino families really need.

“There have always been challenges that need to be overcome but we remain solid and committed to serving the needs of the common Filipino. Through the years we have proven to be reliable insurers by reaching out  to our target market and giving them the insurance that answer their needs,” says Atty. Romeo G. Velasquez, president of Country Bankers Insurance Group (CBIG).

LEGACY OF EMPOWERMENT
Upon Country Bankers Life Insurance Corporation’s (CBLIC) establishment on March 28, 1965, founding president Jose E. Desiderio, Sr., started to address the insurance needs in rural areas, catering to small and medium business entrepreneurs, farmers, fishermen, and public school teachers - a market that had been untapped in the ‘60s.

Country Bankers found its niche as the choice insurance provider in the countryside and allowed rural folks to avail of an affordable, reliable insurance plan that had previously been unavailable to them.

This legacy of accessible insurance to low-income Filipinos has been passed on to the Desiderio family’s third-generation members who are now running the company.  At its helm is Geraldine Desiderio-Garcia, senior vice president and general manager of CBIG.

SIMPLE, STRAIGHTFORWARD SERVICE
CBIG has two subsidiaries: Country Bankers Life Insurance Corporation (CBLIC), a life insurance provider, and Country Bankers Insurance Corporation (CBIC), for non-life insurance products. Both have stayed on track in giving Filipinos straightforward and non-intimidating insurance options.

“We have made insurance very simple. While we offer basic insurance products, we try to be as relevant as possible to the market we serve,” says Garcia.

For example, CBIG’s micro-insurance products help educate Filipinos on the benefits of insurance by promoting its value to a broader market. A larger consciousness on the advantages of insurance is instrumental in protecting disadvantaged Filipinos, who face heavier burdens during times of catastrophe and financial distress.

“Insurance helps families cope with life’s challenges by ensuring dreams are fulfilled,” says Garcia, who attributes Country Bankers’ success to the Filipinos’ love for their families and the value they put in education.

For several years now, CBIG continues to develop a wide array of insurance plans that are not only practical and relevant, but also provide the necessary support for plan holders in times of need.

Among these is the Classic Benefit Plan that offers insurance protection up to age 96 and is payable in a three-, five-, seven-, or ten-year period. Alalay sa Buhay (ASB), on the other hand, provides renewable one-year insurance to individuals 13-70 years old for only Php 365, with natural and accidental death benefits. ASB is also available for families and seniors, with ASB family being renewable up to age 70 for principal insured and covers up to 3 to 5 family members for only Php 750 for one unit.  ASB for Seniors covers individuals ages 71-80 and offers insurance for one year for only Php 1,000 for one unit.

Ms.Ai Ai dela Alas, CBIG Ambassador

AN ALLY TO FILIPINOS
CBIG ceaselessly works on ways to innovate its products, to better serve the market it now has, and further expand its reach.

“I want our company to be known as a “company with a heart” and a company that can be relied upon to deliver its commitment. We will continue to deliver what we promise to give,” concludes Garcia.

As CBLIC continues to evolve as a company, it remains true to its core values - sincere, dependable service to farmers, fishermen, small and medium business owners, employees, and teachers, mostly from rural areas. CBIG remains an able ally to Filipinos seeking security for themselves and their families, though its life and nonlife products.

Fire insurance to suit every need by Country Bankers

At the start of 2018, eight fire incidents around the Metro had been reported. Damage to life and property had been estimated in the millions -- all within just a day to kick off the new year.
With the unpredictability and destructiveness of fire accidents, there is a need to find more efficient, reliable means of protecting our properties today.

“It is time that Filipinos change their old view of fire insurance as something unnecessary. Nobody wants to see the investment they have worked so hard for to just turn into ashes -- literally. Whether big or small, homes should be covered by insurance because accidents occur anytime, anywhere and to anyone. It is best to be ready at all times,” says Geraldine Desiderio-Garcia, senior vice president and general manager of Country Bankers Insurance Group (CBIG).

There were 1,217 fire incidents reported in the first quarter of 2017, a decline from the 1,381 recorded fires in 2016. Despite this slight decrease, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) reported that the cost of damages and casualties was higher than the year prior.

Insurances have evolved over the years, says Garcia, improving the quality and scope of fire insurances and giving homeowners affordable options that fit their lifestyles.

“Some fire insurances cover a person’s property against fire and lightning (buildings and/or contents), some have available insurance for allied perils such as earthquakes, typhoons, and floods. Optional supplementary covers may also be availed, which include covers like clearing of debris, firefighting expenses, and household employee belonging. Really, insurance has become dynamic because we only want to provide homeowners security and protection, to give them peace of mind during times of distress,” Garcia explains.

Country Bankers Insurance Corporation (CBIC), a subsidiary of CBIG, has expanded its fire insurance portfolio to make sure that all homeowners’ requirements are covered. CBIC continues to come up with innovative products to answer to every insurance need of the individual consumer.


For inquiries please visit Country Bankers Centre, 648 T.M. Kalaw, Manila or call us at tel. nos. 523-8611 for life insurance  and 524-0621 for nonlife insurance.

Make this summer one for the books and experience F1 Hotel Manila

BGC’S home of happy experiences, F1 Hotel Manila lets you conquer the summer with refreshing offers as the hot season hits.

Make this a fun-tastic and memorable summer with your family and experience luxury when you book the Summer Weekend Room Package; a Deluxe Room for only Php 4,600 per night

 Or a City Suite for only Php 5,100 per night. Both of these special weekend deals are inclusive of breakfast buffet and use of the pool for your leisure.

Satisfy your taste buds with the flavourful Filipino-Mexican fusion buffet – from tacos, grilled dishes, nachos, salads, and Fajitas at the F All-Day Restaurant. Savor this delightful spread at Php 1,699 nett per person for either Lunch or Dinner, available every Friday to Sunday.

School’s out! So From March til May, the Playzone activity area will be open from 8:00 am to 8:00pm, which will keep the little ones entertained and occupied while mom and dad dine al fresco. You can also nurture your children’s creativity with Artsy Little Onesie, where they get to immerse themselves in artistic activities such as a cupcake decorating session which will run from. 3:00pm to 5:00pm.

Sit back, relax as F1 Hotel brings the camping trend right here at the soul of BGC. GlamPing night under the stars is this summer’s theme at the hotel’s revamped Canary Lounge. Enjoy the summer breeze with Outdoor Movie Nights and watch family-favorite films from 6:00pm to 11:00pm.

With its chic decorations and glamping lights, the Canary Lounge is also perfect for those who want to de-stress, chill and unwind. Be serenaded with acoustic night sessions at the Mellow Lounge every 8:00pm to 12:00am, Friday. Night-outs wouldn’t be complete without trying our drinks. Have a taste of Scotch Ginger at Php 350 nett per glass, or just chill with our Buy 1 Take 1 Bottle on Gran Caserio wine from Chile at Php 1,800--perfectly partnered with a decadent platter of Tapas and Cheese, charcuterie and grazing items meticulously prepared for only Php 388 nett per platter. To really up your glamping game, F1 offers Make S’mores Memories that serves chocolate and mallows in a skillet with crackers alongside to recreate that modern campfire ambiance.

Make this summer one for the books and experience F1 Hotel Manila in Bonifacio Global City. For inquiries, please call 908-7888 or drop us an email at inquiry@f1hotelsandresorts.com

Amaia jumpstarts the year with 4,000 units to turnover to new homeowners in 2018

Before 2017 drew to a close, Amaia Land Corp., the top-of-mind real estate provider in the affordable homes sector fulfilled its vision to provide superior quality homes to more Filipinos when it turned over more than 3,700 units to aspiring homeowners at various projects across the country within that year.

The successful turnover of projects took place in Amaia Scapes San Pablo, Amaia Scapes Trece, Amaia Scapes General Trias, Amaia Scapes San Fernando, Amaia Scapes Bulacan, Amaia Scapes Urdaneta, Amaia Scapes Pampanga, Amaia Skies Avenida, Amaia Skies Sta. Mesa, Amaia Square Novaliches, Amaia Steps Pasig Esperanza, Amaia Steps Capitol Central, Amaia Steps Sucat, and Amaia Steps NUVALI.

With 2018 now underway, Amaia has remained on track and is poised to repeat the feat. This year, Amaia expects to hand over the keys of around 4,000 more units to its excited new residents in various Amaia projects in the country.

Amaia will welcome homeowners to their brand-new abodes in sixteen condominium buildings and villages, including Amaia Scapes Cabuyao, Amaia Scapes Iloilo Sector 1, Amaia Scapes Cagayan de Oro Sector 1, Amaia Skies Cubao Tower 2, Amaia Skies Shaw, Amaia Steps Nuvali, Amaia Steps Parkway NUVALI, and Amaia Steps Alabang.

2018 is also shaping up to be one of growth and expansion for the real estate provider.  Mr. Robert Lao, President of Amaia Land, affirms this as it discloses its plans to ramp up its land acquisition activities in key locations and launch twelve new buildings and projects this year.

Amaia is likewise offering special deals for the few remaining completed units at its Sucat and Sta. Mesa projects.

As Amaia Land sustains its momentum in 2018 and builds on their gains in the past year, prospective buyers will be gratified to know that owning an Amaia home is an achievable dream. Amaia Land offers flexible payment schemes like cash payment, deferred, and bank financing.

For inquiries about Amaia, visit www.amaialand.com or like www.facebook.com/AmaiaLand.

Make your Tomb Raider movie experience a real adventure by watching it in IMAX!

The Tomb Raider is back with an even more exhilarating adventure, and IMAX gives you the elite view of this larger-than-life action movie!

Taking place before the perilous adventures of the known Lara Croft, the film is set in her pre-tomb raider era where Lara is a young woman whose father mysteriously vanishes. Running away from the pain of her father’s disappearance, she becomes a bike messenger in the streets of London.

However, as fate would have it, she discovers a clue to possibly finding her dad, leading her to a journey to the coast of Japan, where she is met with trouble and treachery. Armed only with her sharp mind, blind faith and stubborn spirit, Croft learns to push herself beyond her limits as she fights through her very first journey that earns her the name “Tomb Raider.”

Making the action more real for fans, the film is digitally re-mastered in IMAX, giving the viewers a gigantic view of the movie in the country’s biggest theatres. With the brightest images, crispest sound, and the most lifelike 3D experience, IMAX takes you on a realistic voyage you definitely wouldn’t want to miss.

Make your Tomb Raider movie experience a real adventure by watching it in IMAX! Book your tickets now through the website, www.smcinema.com or skip the line and download the SM Cinema app now through the App Store and Google Play. Stay tuned to SM Cinema on Facebook and @SM_Cinema on Instagram for more details. 

Drop by any Red Ribbon store and bring home the lambing of the Pasalubong Packs today

There is nothing sweeter than coming home to unsuspecting smiles of li’l ones. Remembering how their kids’ faces light up with joy is enough to get moms excited when bringing home something special.

That is why Red Ribbon brings out the perfect treat for the people closest to your heart.

Red Ribbon puts together some of the bakeshop’s most-loved pastries into convenient and affordable take home bags, Pasalubong Packs, making pasalubong an everyday lambing-filled habit for moms.

The Red Ribbon Pasalubong Packs are available for only P100 (medium size) and P185 (large size), providing as much as P20 in savings.

Moms and dads can bring home different Red Ribbon Pasalubong Packs of Cheesy Ensaimada, Butter Mamon, Assorted Ensaimada (Cheese, Salted Caramel, and Strawberry Cheesecake), Assorted Mamon (Butter, Ube, Mocha, White Choco Almond, and Cheese), Assorted Cake Slices (Choco, Mocha Marble, Chiffon, Double Dutch, and Red Velvet), or Bestsellers (Cheesy Ensaimadas, Butter Mamons and a Choco Cake slice) to satisfy the kids’ different cravings.

Drop by any Red Ribbon store and bring home the lambing of the Pasalubong Packs today. Visit redribbonbakeshop.com.ph to discover more Red Ribbon treats.

“MARY MAGDALENE” TRAILER OFFERS GLIMPSE TO UNTOLD STORY

Universal Pictures has just released the trailer for its Lenten presentation – the Biblical drama Mary Magdalene from director Garth Davis (Lion) and starring Rooney Mara (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) and Joaquin Phoenix (Inherent Vice).


Check out the trailer at https://youtu.be/OPVqzWNg-Dc and watch Mary Magdalene in Philippine cinemas March 21.


Set in the Holy Land in the first century, Mary Magdalene is the story of a young woman who leaves her small fishing village and family to join a new movement. Inspired by its charismatic leader, Jesus of Nazareth (Joaquin Phoenix), and his teachings, Mary (Rooney Mara) sets out with the disciples on the journey to Jerusalem, where she finds herself at the centre of the founding story of Christianity. Mary Magdalene brings a unique and fascinating character to the fore and places her at the heart of the greatest origin story of all.

Written by Helen Edmundson and Philippa Goslett, Mary Magdalene also stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Tahar Rahim.


Mary Magdalene is distributed in the Philippines by United International Pictures through Columbia Pictures.

Epson reinvents the workplace with smart solutions

Epson, a global technology leader, expands its reach in the B2B and corporate space with a smart solutions tour in key areas in the country, including Metro Manila, Naga City and Baguio.

The Epson Solutions and Technology showcase called “Our Innovation Story”,is a culmination of Epson’s leading innovations across print, scan, label, projection and wearable solutions.

The showcase presents Epson’s solutions being integrated into an end-user’s ecosystem across five areas including sales operations, marketing, finance, training and logistics. The showcase highlights how Epson has continued to innovate, design and build the company’s unique products and solutions from development, manufacturing and marketing with the use of the company’s own proprietary technologies. 

“Epson’s vertically integrated innovation approach leverages our unique core technologies, resulting in efficient, compact and precision technology solutions that solve real-world problems faced by businesses today. It is this unique attention to details that ensures we continue to deliver big differences to our customers’ businesses, providing them with more control and a better quality output”, said Mr. Cris Sanchez, Epson Philippines Head of Sales.

  

Epson, which started outintroducing quartz crystal accuracy to the wristwatch,is continuously innovating and integrating unique details in its products that address today’s business challenges.

The guided tour reveals how Epson’s smart solutions can be easily integrated across different environments to achieve process improvements, and promote collaboration and maximize productivity gains.

Epson’s business partners are shown the different context where they may cross-sell solutions and demonstrate other applications of technologies across real customer settings. End-usersalso explored Epson’s offerings across different products and solutions and widen their horizons to showhow Epson can deliver a smarter, more effective solution for their organization.

Five major areas and important departments in the corporate setting were the focal points in the showcase. These are:

Sales Operations Department Solutions: Queuing, Self-Service Payment, Mobile POS, Digital Signage via Projectors, Smart Glasses 

Marketing Department  Solutions: Direct Annotation and print via Interactive projectors & BIJ printer, Color proofing & digital printing onsite with LFP

Training Department Solution: Remote training and tiling via Interactive projector & camera, with high-res laser projection in small spaces with use of elbow lens

Finance Department  Solution: Small workgroup secure printing with RIPs, digital document archival & label printer for asset tagging

Logistics Department Solutions: Use of ColorWorks to create digital color labels on-demand; reduction in cost and increased customization, while meeting GHS requirements. Use of smart glasses to improve pick-list process and overall picking accuracy

Our Innovation Storykicked off in Metro Manila and opened last February 27 in Naga City. The final leg of the Our Innovation Story is set to happen on March 21 in Baguio City.