Ascendion Accelerates AI-Driven Software Engineering Growth in the Philippines
Manila, Feb 07, 2025 – Ascendion, a worldwide front-runner in AI-powered software engineering, is enhancing its footprint in the Philippines by unifying Collabera Digital under the Ascendion name. This strategy solidifies the company’s role as a pioneer in AI-driven software engineering and talent development.
Ascendion plans to generate over 6,000 new jobs in the Philippines, resulting in an anticipated economic benefit of at least $500 million within three years. The Philippines is set to become more integral to the company’s global delivery strategies, emphasizing AI-driven software engineering. Each software engineer at Ascendion in the Philippines will obtain AI deployment certification, preparing the workforce for the future of software development.
“Our commitment to the Philippines has never been stronger. We are redefining how we serve clients and empower local talent with global capabilities,” said Karthik Krishnamurthy, CEO of Ascendion. “We are creating a stronger, more agile organization that will deliver transformative growth for the Philippines. Our focus is clear: bring cutting-edge AI-powered platforms, leverage the Philippines to serve global clients, and create global opportunities for engineers in the Philippines.”
AI-Powered Software Engineering in the Philippines
Ascendion is making the Philippines a significant delivery hub for AI-enhanced software development, combining human expertise with AI to improve productivity, efficiency, and innovation. Key initiatives include:
AI-Enabled Engineering Teams – Hundreds of AI agents will assist engineers in code generation, software testing, and risk mitigation.
100% AI Certification for Software Engineers – Ascendion’s Philippines-based engineers will receive specialized AI training to stay ahead in an evolving tech landscape.
AI Studio Manila – A new facility dedicated to collaborative AI development, innovation, and software engineering research.
“By integrating our capabilities, we are creating a future where the Philippines is a global leader in AI innovation,” said Manan Mehta, Senior Vice President, Global Growth Markets at Ascendion. “With one of the most tech-savvy populations in the world, the Philippines is uniquely positioned to lead in AI-powered digital transformation. Ascendion is committed to creating transformative digital solutions at a global scale and positioning the Philippines as a trailblazer in the next wave of digital innovation.”
Delivering AI-Driven Results for Global Clients
Ascendion’s engineers in the Philippines collaborate with Fortune 500 companies to implement AI in software development, enhancing efficiency and lowering costs. Recent success stories include:
A logistics company revitalizes a $33 billion unit by eliminating manual processes, increasing data-driven decision-making by 70%, and reducing operational costs and time by half through advanced machine learning forecasting.
A leading payment solutions provider increases productivity by 50% with intelligent automation tools, expanding its service reach.
A healthcare innovator has reduced data migration expenses by 90% and deployed the system 75% faster, saving over 5,000 hours yearly.
New Platforms to Support AI-Powered Talent Growth
As part of its expansion, Ascendion is bringing two AI-driven platforms to the Philippines:
Ascendion AVA+ – An AI-first software engineering accelerator that improves productivity, risk management, and time-to-market.
MeTAL – A talent orchestration platform connecting Filipino professionals to high-impact projects across global enterprises.
These platforms are designed to enhance career opportunities for Filipino engineers and improve businesses’ adoption of AI for software engineering.
Building a Stronger AI Ecosystem in the Philippines
By integrating Collabera Digital with the Ascendion brand, the company is creating a stronger, more agile organization that is well-positioned for growth in AI-powered software engineering. The expanded footprint in the Philippines will:
Hire 6,000+ skilled AI-enabled Ascenders over three years
Provide AI-first software solutions to global enterprises
Strengthen Manila’s role as a key center for AI-powered software engineering
This integration of Ascendion and Collabera Digital under a single brand marks a pivotal moment in accelerating economic growth in the Philippines. It brings the best of both worlds: innovative AI-powered software engineering solutions for businesses and global career opportunities for Filipino professionals.
