At 14 Mt. Olives St. in Paranaque City, the MultiSys Smart Community stands as a testament to the company’s rapid growth. Spanning 1.5 hectares, this headquarters houses full-stack developers who work tirelessly to solve programming challenges. Beyond work, employees enjoy free meals, spa services, and on-site accommodations—an environment designed to foster productivity and innovation.
David Almirol Jr.: From Overseas Worker to CEO
David Almirol Jr.’s journey to success was anything but conventional. Despite holding a Computer Science degree, he worked abroad in various jobs, including as a janitor. Eventually, he managed electronics at a US Military Camp in Iraq, where he honed his programming expertise. Upon returning to the Philippines, he started freelance programming, which led to the birth of MultiSys.
Strategic Partnerships and Exponential Growth
In 2018, MultiSys secured a major investment from PLDT Global Investments Holdings Inc. (PGIH), which acquired a 45% stake for PHP 2.15 billion. This partnership strengthened MultiSys’ software development capabilities, particularly in electronic payments and digital financial services.
A Record-Breaking Year for MultiSys
2019 was a landmark year for MultiSys, with revenues soaring by 394% to USD 15.419 million and profits increasing by 556% to USD 18.4 million. The company expanded its client base to over 2,000 businesses across the public and private sectors, including Grab, GCash, Bayad Centre, Robinsons Bank, and RCBC. MultiSys also received numerous awards, including Technology Company of the Year at the Asia CEO Awards.
Pioneering Digital Transformation in the Philippines
MultiSys is on a mission to drive digital transformation by developing smart solutions for governments, enterprises, and communities. The company has built 20 ready-to-use software platforms, including Big Data Analytics, BioMat for biometric matching, HealthBox for medical institutions, and SchoolBox for education management. Additionally, MultiSys’ e-commerce platform supports around 45 million Filipinos.
A Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility
MultiSys actively supports initiatives that promote digitalization and technological advancement in the Philippines. Through its annual “Clash of Codes” hackathon, it nurtures local programming talent. The company also provides scholarships to 400 students, with a goal of reaching 1,000 scholars by the end of the year. MultiSys contributes to disaster relief efforts and developed StaySafe.ph, the official COVID-19 contact tracing platform for the Philippine government.
The Future of MultiSys: Aiming for Global Impact
With a vision of becoming a global IT powerhouse, MultiSys is expanding both locally and internationally. The company envisions itself as the “Silicon Valley of the East,” dedicated to revolutionizing industries through innovative technology solutions.
