The session was led by Darwin Leong, ITG’s Solutions Consulting Team Lead for Oracle NetSuite, who provided deep insights into the evolving landscape of regulatory compliance and sustainability. Darwin opened his presentation by emphasizing the growing importance of sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in business operations—highlighting the current status of the Philippines in terms of readiness and global alignment.

A key part of his presentation focused on compliance updates for 2025, underscoring the need for businesses to adapt to evolving ESG and climate reporting standards, as well as the legal and financial implications of non-compliance with BIR mandates. The TRAIN Law, and its stricter stance on documentation and penalties, was also discussed—emphasizing the urgency for companies to invest in systems that can automate and streamline compliance.

The highlight of the session was the introduction of Oracle NetSuite’s automated e-invoicing capability—a powerful solution that empowers locators within the Laguna Technopark Ecozone to effortlessly meet BIR CAS requirements. Through its cloud-based architecture, real-time data processing, and compliance-ready features, NetSuite not only supports regulatory mandates but also drives operational efficiency, visibility, and long-term scalability.

To demonstrate this, a quick product demo was delivered, showcasing how Oracle NetSuite simplifies e-invoicing and ensures seamless BIR compliance. This was further validated by a compelling customer success story from one of ITG’s largest clients in the coffee and distribution industry, illustrating measurable improvements in compliance, reporting accuracy, and overall financial operations.