Quezon City, Philippines — DOST-backed tech startup Twala has digitally signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) Quezon City Chapter—the largest IBP chapter in the country—to equip around 13,000 lawyers with cutting-edge digital signature and electronic notary solutions, pushing digital transformation farther in the legal profession.

Despite the ongoing digital shift, 70% of enterprises in the Philippines still heavily rely on physical paperwork for their operations. This dependence on paper is not only costing businesses in terms of time but is also draining financial resources that could be better invested elsewhere.

Makati City, October 9, 2025 — Twala is honored to participate in the Contract Management Summit organized by the PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies (PJLGC), held at the Networld Capital Ventures Inc. (NCVI) Building in Makati City.

As the Philippine HR sector rapidly evolves through digital transformation and the embrace of hybrid work setups, HR professionals are innovating to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the employee experience. The rise of electronic signatures is proving to be a critical enabler for organizations seeking to modernize workflows and ease administrative burdens. E-signatures offer a secure, swift, and paperless alternative to traditional HR documentation processes.

In an era where contracts are signed with a click and deals close without paper, the way we sign documents has completely changed. But with this shift comes confusion: are digital signatures and electronic signatures the same thing? At first glance, they might sound identical—after all, both allow you to sign without pen and paper. However, there’s a big difference in how they work, how secure they are, and when you should use them. Knowing the distinction is crucial for businesses and professionals who want to ensure their agreements are not only fast and convenient, but also legally valid and tamper-proof.

First Impressions Count — And HR Sets the Tone Employee experience begins on the first day of onboarding. If the first few days include delays in onboarding with unsigned contracts, unacknowledged policies or security clearances (just to name a few), this can create the perception of an organization that is disorganized and unstructured. Even if this was unintentional, the poor first impression will linger. In a competitive labor market, a slow and/or unorganized onboarding experience can hamper engagement, as well as contribute to early attrition. Speed, clarity and consistency matter now more than ever.

Every finance team knows the importance of timely budget approvals but many still struggle with delays caused by disorganized workflows. Whether it’s a disbursement request stuck in someone’s inbox or an unsigned budget document sitting on a physical desk, sign-off breakdowns are all too common. In fast moving organizations, these gaps can mean the difference between seizing an opportunity and missing it altogether.

In procurement, speed is not just a competitive advantage. It is a requirement. Whether you are finalizing a supplier contract, approving a purchase request, or onboarding a new vendor, delays at the signing stage can stall the entire workflow. E-signatures offer a powerful way to streamline the process. But not all platforms are designed for the complexity and urgency of procurement operations. If your team is evaluating solutions, now is the time to look beyond generic tools and invest in one that is purpose-built for procurement.