Confidence fuels competitiveness: How strategic partnerships are strengthening Philippine economic zones
From Where We SitThe Philippines has long relied on economic zones as engines of investment, employment, exports, and regional development.
The fraud you don't see: Why internal audit matters more than ever
From Where We SitFraud rarely announces itself. It hides in bank reconciliations that are approved without proper review, in routine approvals signed by managers who are stretched too thin, and in the comforting belief that "our people would never do that."
When the heat becomes hard to ignore
From Where We SitIn the Philippines, extreme heat is no longer an abstract climate issue. In recent months, government agencies warned of heat index levels reaching the danger category in several areas, with values around 42°C and higher reported in parts of the country.
How internal audit responds to a complex and evolving risk landscape
From Where We SitInternal audit is no longer limited to providing assurance on past activities. It has evolved into a trusted advisor that helps organisations navigate uncertainty and respond proactively to emerging risks.
Reaffirming our commitment to data privacy: Takeaways from this year’s Privacy Awareness Week
From Where We SitToday, personal information is generated from almost everything we do—from the apps we use and platforms we engage with, to the transactions we make and information we share online; it fuels insights, and shapes business decisions.
When systems falter, stewardship takes the lead
From Where We SitCrises have a way of exposing stress points in a nation’s economic and social systems. In the Philippines, where growth is driven as much by communities and MSMEs as by large enterprises, these stress points are felt quickly and deeply.
