We would like to share a little about our country, specifically outsourcing, culture, and visiting.
Outsourcing
Many refer to the Philippines as the outsourcing capital of the world. In fact, Information Technology Outsourcing is one of the largest sources of income for our economy and a major contributor to the growing middle class, and we are proud to be a part of that. Some of the driving factors for the success of outsourcing here are:
Proficiency in English: We speak English since birth, and it is an official language here. English is taught and used in schools and colleges here as it is in the countries we service.
Low Cost: Most publications agree that the countries we serve will save 60% and 80% because the cost of living index here is lower compared to developed countries, as evidenced by the cost of savings on wages even for highly-skilled workforce.
Similar Culture: Western culture is more a part of our culture and daily lives than it is in any other country offering outsourcing services, so we can more easily identify, connect, and communicate with our clients. This does not mean there is no challenge, but it does mean there is a narrower culture gap than anywhere else and generally we can learn and overcome barriers.
High Literacy: Within the outsourcing sector, 95% of us have undergraduate degrees. Across all of the Philippines, the literacy rate is 91% and increasing to 98% in metro areas.
Culture
Describing our multiracial culture, just like in other countries with diverse languages, ethnicities, and foreign influences, could be a challenge but something we would like our clients to understand. Allow us to start by introducing a cultural trait.
Pakikisama, which means ‘getting along’. For example, not rocking the boat or overlooking small indiscretions for the sake of preserving peace in the family, personal, and/or business relationship. Preserving the peace can lead to not speaking up, not offering another idea, not wanting to offend, etc. True, this can happen everywhere but in most cases, it is an individual trait while here it is a cultural trait. So, encourage you staff here, more that you would there, to speak up, be creative, challenge, etc.
Family is the foundation of our social life. The elderly are honored and respected and children are taught to respect to their elders. Extended families often live together and sometimes in larger groups in separate houses on the same piece of land.
Bayanihan is a term which means ‘Filipinos help each other — without expecting anything in return and especially in times of need’.
Humble and respectful are two words you will use often once you visit.
Come Visit
We offer digital services that will help your businesses grow and profit, a culture that promotes great work and social interaction, and a country that you will enjoy visiting. The Philippines has beautiful beaches, great diving spots, natural wonders like rice terraces, great food, and the friendliest locals anywhere. Pictures are worth a thousand words.
These are the Banaue Rice Terraces of the Cordilleras Region, a UNESCO World Heritage and occasionally considered as the ‘8th Wonder of the World’. 
These are jeepneys which are considered a Philippine icon and often appear in flashy and colorful fashion.
This is the primary mode of land transportation for most Filipinos.
We have large indoor malls (some of the largest in the world) and amazing outdoor markets. 
Don’t just stay in the cities. We have breathtaking beaches, rivers, caves, and mountains across 7,641 stunning islands waiting to be explored.
