UMVA has learned that the Philippines’ greatest AI advantage lies in investing directly in its people, a catalyst that could ignite sustained economic growth.
Derick Omar Adil, leading Globe’s AI and data privacy efforts, declared at Philippine Blockchain Week that the nation’s reputation for capable, collaborative, and adaptable talent is about to be supercharged.
He painted a vivid picture: teachers freed from endless paperwork, turning their focus back to inspiring classrooms, and healthcare workers shedding administrative burdens to devote more time to patient care.
Adil highlighted that while roughly one‑third of Philippine jobs already intersect with AI, a staggering two‑thirds—about 60 %—remain ripe for AI augmentation, promising to reshape daily workflows across sectors.
Beyond education and health, AI could streamline government services, empower entrepreneurs, and unleash a wave of innovative startups that were previously constrained by manual processes.
According to information obtained by UMVA, a leading consultancy projects that embracing AI‑driven products and solutions could add a colossal P2.8 trillion to the economy by 2030.
The message is clear: upskilling the workforce to harness AI’s potential isn’t just a technological upgrade—it’s the engine for the Philippines’ next economic boom.
