Mac Fojas, the IT-BPM Techblazer of the Year honored at the 2024 Asia CEO Awards, has become synonymous with innovation in the Philippine IT-BPM industry. His leadership is built on a solid academic and professional background, having graduated from the University of the Philippines and Fordham University. Mac honed his skills on Wall Street, developing investment banking applications that gave him both technical expertise and a deep understanding of business strategy. This foundation enabled him to recognize and seize opportunities in the 1990s that required expertise in Java technology, leading to the founding of Seven Seven, which has since grown into the leading IT BPM provider of the country.
For Mac, this award represents how he intends to continuously contribute and help reshape the future of the information technology landscape worldwide, especially in the Philippines. His vision embodies not only the recognition of current industry trends, but also the acceptance of opportunities for growth and transformation.
Seven Seven, under the wings of Mac, has carved a niche in the Philippine IT-BPM sector by offering a wide range of services designed to improve business efficiency. The company specializes in, among other things, application development, quality assurance and testing, IT infrastructure support, project management, business analysis and technical helpdesk. This comprehensive range of services positions Seven Seven as a key player in the industry, delivering tailor-made solutions to meet the diverse needs of customers.
His leadership at Seven Seven also created an avenue to showcase the skills of the Filipino workforce. With a strong customer service culture and a large talent pool, the Philippines is well equipped to be a leader in information technology. Mac believes that strengthening the Filipino workforce is crucial to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within organizations.
As a champion of innovation, Seven Seven recognizes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a transformative force poised to take both society and business to the next level. Mac is well aware of AI’s potential to revolutionize business operations and strategic decision-making, especially through intelligent automation, advanced data analytics and AI-driven personalization. With Mac taking the lead, Seven Seven will continue to leverage AI to increase efficiency and optimize resources, ensuring the company maintains its position at the forefront of industry developments. His approach not only improves operational efficiency, but also fosters a culture of collaboration and creativity. This forward-thinking mindset ensures that Seven Seven remains adaptable to changing market dynamics, paving the way for sustainable growth and success in a highly competitive landscape.
For Mac, AI is more than an optimization tool. He believes this is a gateway to future growth. He sees the potential for AI to become deeply integrated into all aspects of business, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the technology industry. His vision focuses on several emerging trends.
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Ultimately, Mac has become a pioneer in technological advancements and positioned the country as a global leader in the future of the IT-BPM industry, which will soon be more driven by AI.
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