The Northern Negros Electric Cooperative (Noneco) and Electronic Commerce Payments Inc. (ECPay) signed a memorandum of agreement to enhance convenience for Victoriasanons in rites held in Victorias City, Negros Occidental on Monday, Nov. 4.
Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez expressed strong support for the initiative, highlighting that the collaboration aligns with the city’s commitment to improve services and ease processes for its residents.
Benitez also underscored the importance of digital initiatives, such as the city eBOSS and GCash partnerships that promote cashless transactions and bring efficiency to daily transactions for Victoriasanons.
The mayor commended Noneco general manager Wilbe Bilbao and his team’s efforts in driving innovative solutions that benefit the community.
Bilbao expressed enthusiasm for the cooperative’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.
“Innovation is about transforming challenges into opportunities,” he said, sharing details of the upcoming SIGA or Services, Information, and General welfare for member-consumers Application mobile application.
Through SIGA, Noneco consumers will gain access to an efficient, transparent service that includes online payment capabilities, information tracking, and monitoring, which will be available across all coverage areas.
ECPay account manager Marnelyn Malabanan discussed the benefits of the partnership, noting ECPay’s role in providing seamless payment options for clients, allowing residents to settle payments from the comfort of their homes.
Malabanan thanked Victorias City for its progressive stance on technology, which aligns with ECPay’s mission of facilitating easy and accessible financial transactions. ||
