IBPAP has emphasized the need for closer collaboration among companies, government agencies, and academic institutions to strengthen the country’s digital workforce and prepare Filipino professionals for higher-value roles.
IBPAP president Jack Madrid said another growth engine lies in Global Capability Centers — in-house hubs of multinational firms that manage functions from finance and HR to IT, data analytics, and digital services.
The IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) has called for proactive efforts to prepare the local workforce for the transformative opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence (AI).
IBPAP president and CEO Jack Madrid said he expects the industry to sustain its strong momentum with a target of $39 billion in revenue and 1.8 million jobs this year. By 2025, he said the industry anticipates generating 2 million jobs which would mark the milestone in the history of IT-BPM in the country.
The IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) announced on Friday, Oct. 29, the appointment of Jack Madrid as its new president and CEO.