Makati CBD: The premier financial center, getting its second wind

OR MORE THAN 50 years now, the Makati Central Business District (CBD) has been at the heart of the Philippines’ business scene.

Recalibration to quell extinction

OVER the past few years, we have seen major shifts in property developers’ strategies. From primarily focusing on Metro Manila, Colliers has seen substantial launches in growth areas outside the capital region.

Integrated rail, bus, and active transit systems needed for better commuting — experts

A COMPREHENSIVE and integrated transport plan should incorporate active transportation options like walking and cycling, along with first-mile, last-mile connectivity solutions, to create a seamless and efficient network for commuters, according to transport experts.

Bridging the Gap: The Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge

IN 1987, the idea of building a link from Southern to Central Luzon was first proposed by Felicito “Tong” C. Payumo, former chair of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority and then-Bataan representative.

15 years after Ondoy: Flood safety still out of reach?

WHEN the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) was enhanced by Typhoon Carina, it devastated large parts of Luzon. Many Filipinos were haunted by memories of Ondoy, a typhoon that caused record-breaking levels of flooding in Metro Manila.

PHL firms need to embrace AI to stay ahead in the digital era —...

ADOPTING artificial intelligence (AI) is essential for companies to stay competitive and drive growth, as it enhances operational efficiency, customer engagement, and innovation, according to experts.

Hybrid is the future of work

LOCKDOWNS spawned by the coronavirus pandemic forced people to adopt a flexible working life. They also showed that a considerable amount of work that took place in the office can continue when it’s closed.

Shifts and turns: The imperatives for Philippine businesses

THE global business landscape has been dramatically reshaped by a series of unprecedented challenges.

Philippine students are in deep trouble

THE PHILIPPINE education system is walking on thin ice, with nine of 10 Filipinos unable to read and understand a simple age-appropriate text at age 10, according to the World Bank.

Data integration is the game changer for Philippine healthcare

THE application of robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical operations in the Philippines has already started, but according to healthcare stakeholders, the real game-changer is data integration.

The global adoption of ESG for inclusive and sustainable growth

Initially driven by ethical considerations, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has evolved into a core component of corporate strategy, risk management, and long-term value...

The digital shift: Transforming PHL education through cloud-based edtech

THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION of education accelerated by nearly a decade due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the rapid shift didn’t come without cost. In the Philippines, the road to fully embracing digital education is filled with both challenges and opportunities.