Converge has hosted a five-day techno exhibit at their headquarters in Pasig. Here they showcased their technologies that powers their network, as well as introduce their solutions to partners and their non-technical staff on emerging technologies that are transforming industries globally.
The exhibit was an opportunity for Converge to strengthen their commitment in becoming a Filipino technology powerhouse, building itself from a telco company to a techco – a technology company.
Converge CEO and co-founder Dennis Anthony Uy, Converge regards talent as one of the critical areas that will help speed up its evolution into a full-fledged technology player.
Uy said: “We need to build a pool of professionals who have the skills and passion to navigate the challenges of the future. While we already have a strong foundation as a fiber broadband leader, we must continue upskilling our people to be at par with global tech providers.”
Converge began equipping its human resources in July last year as it initiated its Competenshift campaign, which targets to help employees hone skillsets aligned with the firm’s goal of offering solutions beyond internet connectivity.
The program includes a series of webinars, workshops, and 101 training sessions on topics such as the Converge Network Architecture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Blockchain.
“The tech landscape is fast-evolving and a lot of skills are at risk of becoming outdated at this rate. The challenge for us is to identify the expertise essential for our business and support our people in developing these competencies. This doesn’t happen overnight,” Uy said.
Converge has invested in learning management systems and platforms, such as LinkedIn Learning, providing all personnel with access to relevant, and free courses. These enable them to enhance their performance while obtaining certificates that can help advance their careers.
Additionally, the company also implemented a policy that requires all its workers to complete at least 40 learning hours per year.