Date: August 11, 2025
Location: Mumbai, India
A Strategic Collaboration for Digital Sovereignty
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has joined forces with NOW Corporation’s telecom arm — NOW Telecom — to strengthen the Philippines’ national digital sovereignty.
This landmark partnership will enhance financial inclusivity, build a clean network, and fortify the nation’s cyber defense capabilities. The agreement was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at creating secure, scalable, and citizen-centric digital services.
Strengthening National Digital Infrastructure
As the technology partner of choice, TCS will contribute its global expertise to help the Philippines establish robust digital infrastructure. Both TCS and NOW Telecom are members of the Trusted Network Alliance under the Trusted Network Initiative (TNI), a global framework promoting secure and reliable telecom networks.
Through this collaboration, TCS will bring proven solutions — honed through its successful partnerships, including with the Indian government — to boost cyber-digital cooperation across the Indo-Pacific region.
Key Objectives of the Partnership
TCS and NOW Corp have outlined several priority areas to advance the Philippines’ digital transformation:
- Data Sovereignty – Safeguarding national data from external threats.
- Operational Interoperability – Enabling seamless cross-agency collaboration.
- Resilience – Building strong infrastructure to withstand evolving cyber threats.
- Reduced Foreign Dependency – Ensuring sovereign control over critical systems.
Leadership Statements on the Partnership
Mel Velarde, Chairman of NOW Group, emphasized:
“This partnership marks a significant step towards enhancing our national digital sovereignty and reducing reliance on foreign technologies. Our combined expertise will create a secure and scalable data infrastructure for the Indo-Pacific region.”
Shiju Varghese, Country Head, TCS Philippines, added:
“We are thrilled to partner with NOW Group to advance the digital infrastructure of the Philippines. Our goal is to support the country in building a resilient, secure, and future-ready digital ecosystem.”
Deployment of TCS Sovereign Secure Cloud™
One of the major highlights of this partnership is the deployment of TCS Sovereign Secure Cloud™. This solution will:
- Ensure local control over data
- Support AI infrastructure development
- Enable operational continuity during crises
- Build local capabilities through technology transfer and training
TCS will also introduce its Cyber Defense Suite, offering cyber intelligence, resilience planning, vendor risk management, and identity security for critical national systems.
Boosting Financial Inclusivity and Citizen Services
The collaboration will extend to citizen-centric services in areas such as:
- Digital Private Infrastructure
- Healthcare Solutions
- Digital Banking Platforms
These initiatives aim to promote financial inclusivity and expand access to essential services for underserved communities.
TCS in the Philippines
TCS has been operational in the Philippines since 2008, supporting diverse sectors including telecom, banking, real estate, and aviation. The company’s long-standing focus on innovation, sustainability, and workforce development aligns with the country’s push for a future-ready digital economy.
About NOW Corporation
NOW Corporation (PSE: NOW) operates in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) sector, with a focus on:
- Software licenses and services
- IT manpower and resource augmentation
- Broadband and wireless cable TV services
NOW Telecom, identified by the US government as its Cyber Digital partner in the Philippines, is spearheading efforts to secure 5G and national broadband infrastructure.
About Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Founded in 1968 and part of the Tata Group, TCS serves clients in over 55 countries with a workforce of more than 600,000 consultants. In FY 2025, TCS generated consolidated revenues exceeding US $30 billion.
Renowned for engineering excellence, customer-centric innovation, and sustainability, TCS continues to be a trusted technology partner for global digital transformation.
Source: TCS Official Website | NOW Corporation