Eastern Communications expands services to Bicol

POSTED BY: Lionell Go Macahilig
2022-03-27 02:26:00 PHT

Premier Philippine telecommunications Eastern Communications recently expanded its footprint in Bicol as part of its continued commitment to provide strong connections and empower businesses from different parts of the country.

As Eastern Communications enters the market of Sorsogon, Naga and Legazpi, it celebrated the event by launching its trademark webinar known as “Via Eastern: Forging Strong Connections''. The telco officially announced the availability of their world-class products and services, ranging from connectivity, data, and collaboration solutions for the locals in the province of Bicol. The expansion is in accordance with their goal of democratizing technology in the country to help businesses of all sizes emerge stronger in 2022.

The launch, titled “The Digital Shift: Transformation of a Traditional Media Giant” was attended by members of the Albay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and Metro Naga Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI). Also invited at the launch was  Cookie Bartolome, who works in ABS-CBN and is a local Bicolana,  who spoke on the importance of the digital shift in doing business.

“It has always been part of Eastern Communications’ plan to expand in various locations like Bicol to equip businesses of all sizes with high-quality solutions that fit their needs. We are humbled to have been given the opportunity to introduce our cutting-edge technology and honored to take part in the enablement of digitization of businesses and contribute to the development in the province,” shared Eastern Communications Sales Head, Michael Castaneda. 

The expansion is aimed at addressing the digital needs of Bicol-based companies through Eastern Communications’ comprehensive suite of products and services as they move into the next normal. The company is focused on forming meaningful collaborations that champion digital transformation among Bicolanos.

Eastern Communications launched its wide array of connectivity solutions, including Internet Direct Service (IDS), a premium and dedicated high-speed business-grade connectivity, and other borderless solutions such as Eastern Cloud, their business-grade cloud service that offers efficiency and collaboration, and Eastern Cyber Defense, a suite of premium cybersecurity solutions equipped by global partners such as Cisco, Fortinet, DOSarrest, among others. 

In its over 140 years of service, the telco has evolved into a world-class telecommunications and ICT solutions company providing an extensive portfolio of services that include Data, Internet, Voice, Managed Services, Data Center & Cloud Services, and Cyber Security Services. The telco continues to be the solutions partner of choice for the biggest industry players in the country.

"With the expansion of Eastern Communications in Bicol, we are very grateful as Bicol enterprises will now be able to avail of their digital solutions and seamless connections and communication tools to improve the way they work as we enter into the next normal," shared MNCCI President, Mario Villanueva.

“In the face of continuing headwinds brought about by the pandemic, the entry of Eastern Communications into the province of Bicol marks an exciting chapter. The telco provides a boost to the business sector since nowadays one’s business relies heavily on digital platforms,” added ACCI President Rosemarie, Quinto-Rey.

To learn more about Eastern Communications’ products and services, visit eastern.com.ph