Ookla Speedtest Intelligence data, a global industry standard for benchmarking networks, recognized Globe Telecom Inc. as the “Most Consistent Fixed Broadband Provider” in 31 locations across the country for the second quarter of 2023.
Consistency reflects “a percentage of a provider’s data samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds,” according to Ookla
The higher the consistency, the better internet performance and quality that consumers will enjoy.
So far, Globe scored high in terms of consistency in Las Piñas, Metro Manila, with a rating of 89.16; Bustos, Bulacan, 88.96; Mandaluyong, 1550 Metro Manila, 88.65; Don Carlos, Bukidnon, 88.42; Sogod, 6007 Cebu, 87.9; Mexico, Pampanga, 87.81; General Tinio, Nueva Ecija, 87.81; Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, 87; Jaen, Nueva Ecija, 86.97.
In Dumangas, Iloilo, Globe scored 85.72; in Santo Tomas, Batangas, 84.25; Tabogon, Cebu, 82.65; Tanjay City, Negros Oriental, 80.8; San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, 79.17; Tubod, Lanao del Norte, 76.92; Kalibo, Aklan, 76.33; Manapla, Negros Occidental, 78.23; Tapaz, Capiz, 74.27; San Francisco, Cebu, 75.62; Bogo City, Cebu, 66.82; Baybay City, Leyte, 63.77; Catbalogan City, Samar, 72; Jetafe, Bohol, 59.3; Babatngon, Leyte, 59.09; Binalbagan, Negros Occidental, 71.17; San Antonio, Nueva Ecija, 86.83; Hilongos, Leyte, 54.95; Palompon, Leyte, 54.9; Badiangan, Iloilo, 53.87; Malay, Aklan, 57.89; and Madridejos, Cebu, 41.44.
Overall, Ookla analyzed consistency among providers using a statistical method called logistic regression.
This approach helps adjust the comparisons, ensuring a fair and accurate assessment.
“We will continue to strive for excellence and set new benchmarks in the industry to ensure greater digital experiences for our customers,” said Raymond Policarpio, Vice President of Globe At Home Brand Management.
The telco recognized that customers are becoming more dependent on connectivity. This necessitates quicker connections, best achieved through fixed wired solutions.
Already, Globe has accelerated its fiber deployment, rolling out a total of 3.7 million fiber-to-the-home lines, 1.4 million of which were installed in 2022 alone.
It is also actively transitioning its fixed wireless and legacy technology customers to fiber connections.