Philippine’s SB Corp taps Oradian to boost core banking for MSMEs

By Gloria Mathias

Small Business Corporation (SB Corp), a finance provider for MSMEs in the Philippines, has announced a strategic partnership with Oradian, a global cloud core banking SaaS provider.

This collaboration marks a pivotal step in SB Corp’s digital transformation journey, which aims to enhance financial inclusion and foster sustainable economic growth. SB Corp’s decision to adopt Oradian’s cloud-native platform highlights its commitment to leveraging advanced technology to support underserved sectors.

By integrating Oradian’s parameterised, API-first core banking solution, SB Corp. aims to:

• Scale with Flexibility: Enable rapid growth and adapt to evolving client needs.
• Streamline Operations: Simplify processes, reduce downtime, and improve customer experiences.
• Ensure Reliability: Enhance operational security and uptime through AWS-powered technology.

This transformative partnership aligns with SB Corp’s mission to expand its reach and offer innovative, tailored solutions to its MSME clients.

Antonio Separovic, Co-founder and CEO of Oradian, shared, “We are honoured to partner with Small Business Corporation, an institution with a profound vision for empowering MSMEs. Oradian’s platform will enable SB Corp to scale operations, streamline processes, and provide exceptional service to current and future clients.”

He added, “Oradian’s nearly decade-long presence in the Philippines has equipped us with unique insights into the needs of financial institutions, enabling us to drive innovation and support impactful growth.”

SB Corp.’s President and CEO, Robert C. Bastillo, said, “This partnership is a pivotal step in strengthening the digital foundations we have built. As we approach 2025, our collaboration with Oradian will serve as a launchpad for delivering more innovative and responsive products to MSMEs.”

This partnership reinforces SB Corp’s efforts to drive financial inclusion through technology. By leveraging Oradian’s advanced solutions, SB Corp will be able to meet the evolving needs of MSMEs, which play a critical role in the Philippine economy.