The Philippines’ leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc (Smart) broaden their reach in boosting the country's culture of preparedness and resiliency through their Business Continuity (BC) Awareness Program. The Business Continuity and Resilience Office (BCRO) of the PLDT Group recently participated as speakers and facilitators in the Area-Wide Business Continuity Management Training for Key Industries and Lifelines Utilities, organized by the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) in partnership with United States Agency for International Development (USAID), with Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI).
 
Held in Canlubang, Laguna, the three-day seminar focused on enhancing business continuity strategies and plans of companies within the Laguna Ecozone Industrial Park and Local Government Units (LGUs) in the Calabarzon region.
 
“We are proud to represent PLDT in this initiative, share our expertise, and play a crucial role in empowering LGUs and corporations prepare for future challenges. This training was a vital opportunity to strengthen the PLDT Group’s broader message about the importance of business continuity, and enhance the overall understanding of best practices in business and community resilience,” according to Leo A. Gonzales, head of the PLDT BCRO.
 
Representatives from PLDT's BCRO served as key speakers, sharing invaluable insights on the significance of business continuity in today’s rapidly changing environment. The training focused on equipping participants with foundational knowledge and practical tools to develop effective business continuity plans, highlighting the critical role such strategies play in ensuring organizations can withstand disruptions and maintain operations during crises.
 
PLDT’s involvement in the Area-Wide Business Continuity Management Training underscores the importance of collaboration in building a resilient business ecosystem. It also supports the company’s thrust for resiliency and industry-leading operational excellence for enhanced stakeholder confidence.

Through initiatives like this, PLDT continues to demonstrate its dedication to strengthening community resilience, contributing to a more sustainable future for the Calabarzon region. These initiatives also align with PLDT Group’s commitment to support the Philippine government's overall digitalization thrust, as well as the country's attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) particularly on SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.