Twala Takes the National Stage Twala stepped into the national conversation this week as Co-Founder and General Counsel Atty. Third Bagro sat down with Salve Ibañez on ANC's The Boardroom. The segment centered on a question with real economic weight: can digital notarization move the needle for a country still bound to paper, ink, and long lines at the notary's office? For Twala, a Philippine-built document intelligence platform combining artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, it was an opportunity to bring eNotarization out of the back office and into the national spotlight.

MAKATI CITY, Philippines — August 27, 2026 — Twala joined real estate industry leaders at the Chamber of Real Estate and Builders' Associations, Inc. (CREBA) 5th General Membership Meeting today, with Mr. Dwight Harold "Jiggy" Calucag, Twala's Director for Government Relations, appearing as Resource Person before CREBA's National Board and member-chapters at the Glass Pavillion, Dusit Thani Hotel, to walk the industry through what electronic notarization means for the way property transactions get closed in the Philippines.

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — The Land Registration Authority (LRA) is preparing the country's land titling system for a technological overhaul, revealing plans to adopt blockchain, geospatial information system (GIS), and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as part of a new online titling and registration system.

Manila, Philippines — May 7, 2026 — Twala strongly advocated for the adoption of the Senate-approved version of the proposed CADENA Bill during the House of Representatives deliberations held on May 6, 2026, emphasizing that aligning with the Senate measure would accelerate the passage of a landmark transparency and digital governance reform for the Philippines.

Despite the ongoing digital shift, 70% of enterprises in the Philippines still heavily rely on physical paperwork for their operations. This dependence on paper is not only costing businesses in terms of time but is also draining financial resources that could be better invested elsewhere.

As the Philippine HR sector rapidly evolves through digital transformation and the embrace of hybrid work setups, HR professionals are innovating to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the employee experience. The rise of electronic signatures is proving to be a critical enabler for organizations seeking to modernize workflows and ease administrative burdens. E-signatures offer a secure, swift, and paperless alternative to traditional HR documentation processes.

In an era where contracts are signed with a click and deals close without paper, the way we sign documents has completely changed. But with this shift comes confusion: are digital signatures and electronic signatures the same thing? At first glance, they might sound identical—after all, both allow you to sign without pen and paper. However, there’s a big difference in how they work, how secure they are, and when you should use them. Knowing the distinction is crucial for businesses and professionals who want to ensure their agreements are not only fast and convenient, but also legally valid and tamper-proof.

First Impressions Count — And HR Sets the Tone Employee experience begins on the first day of onboarding. If the first few days include delays in onboarding with unsigned contracts, unacknowledged policies or security clearances (just to name a few), this can create the perception of an organization that is disorganized and unstructured. Even if this was unintentional, the poor first impression will linger. In a competitive labor market, a slow and/or unorganized onboarding experience can hamper engagement, as well as contribute to early attrition. Speed, clarity and consistency matter now more than ever.

In procurement, speed is not just a competitive advantage. It is a requirement. Whether you are finalizing a supplier contract, approving a purchase request, or onboarding a new vendor, delays at the signing stage can stall the entire workflow. E-signatures offer a powerful way to streamline the process. But not all platforms are designed for the complexity and urgency of procurement operations. If your team is evaluating solutions, now is the time to look beyond generic tools and invest in one that is purpose-built for procurement.

The rise of remote work in the Philippines is more than just a passing trend; it's a fundamental shift in how businesses operate. To stay ahead, companies must adapt their contracts to the digital age, where new norms demand updated terms and conditions. A single poorly drafted agreement can lead to disputes, compliance issues, or costly legal challenges.

The employee experience plays a vital role in shaping a company’s success. In the Philippines, where a unique blend of cultural values like bayanihan (community spirit) and strong familial bonds shape workplace dynamics, leveraging technology to enhance this experience is both strategic and meaningful.

Human Resources is one of the departments in a business or corporation that needs signatures very often. From employee agreements to benefits and payroll forms, from performance evaluations to compliance documents, HR may require signatures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance as well as for documentation of the agreements between companies and their employees.

Recruitment, as we mentioned, involves a very lengthy and challenging documentation process — especially when it comes to facilitating new employment contracts. ‍Electronic or digital signature platform, such as those offered by Twala, can help your business take the pain out of this aspect of recruitment.