The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with Converge ICT Solutions Inc., officially launched the DTI AI and Scale-Up Center on August 11, 2026, establishing a practical hub for technology adoption and business growth. Located at the DTI Filinvest Building in Makati City, the Center serves as a hands-on resource where companies, startups, and local enterprises can learn how to integrate artificial intelligence and digital tools directly into their operations.
The launch marks the formal implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed by both organizations in November 2025 to support local businesses through the Converge SME Solutions arm. Backed by the Tatak Pinoy Strategy, the Philippine Innovation Act, and the Innovative Startup Act, the facility is designed to help growing enterprises transition from early innovation to stable, market-ready operations.
The Center focuses on achievable technology integration where visitors and participating enterprises can gain access to live AI demonstration spaces, dedicated Accelerator Pods, pitching opportunities, and specialized training facilities. Through expert-led workshops and guidance from private sector tech partners, businesses will learn how to apply AI to optimize daily workflows, and increase productivity.
The Center also features collaborative spaces—including a dedicated Converge Booth and specialized meeting rooms—where industry leaders and tech providers directly assist businesses in building customized AI solutions and skilling their workforce.
Emphasizing the Center’s focus on practical application, DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque highlighted the value of bridging technical expertise with local business needs.
“This AI and Scale-Up Center provides a realistic, accessible entry point for Filipino businesses to explore and adopt modern technology like AI. Scaling a business requires usable tools and expert guidance so that innovative ideas can turn into functional solutions. By bringing private tech leaders like Converge together with our local enterprises, we are giving businesses of all sizes the practical knowledge and connectivity they need to improve efficiency and stay competitive,” Secretary Roque said.
As an inaugural technology partner, Converge provides the underlying digital infrastructure, connectivity, and practical tech support required to ensure enterprises can deploy these tools reliably.
Converge founder and chief executive officer Dennis Anthony Uy welcomed the collaboration and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting enterprise growth.
“We are proud to partner with DTI in helping local businesses take realistic steps toward digital transformation. Through reliable connectivity and hands-on technology solutions, our goal is to help companies understand AI, streamline their operations, and expand their reach in today’s evolving market,” Uy shared.
With the Center now open, DTI and its private sector partners will begin offering practical workshops, technical consultations, and scaling programs to help Philippine enterprises build confidence in adopting emerging technologies.
