AFPI, Multisys set to expand smartphone technology for transport fare payments
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MANILA — AF Payments, Inc. (AFPI), the innovative force behind the beep™ payment system, has announced a strategic partnership with leading software solutions delivery center, Multisys Technologies Corporation, to advance its mobile-based transport payment solutions.
This collaboration is set to revolutionize the way Filipinos commute by complementing beep’s existing NFC cards with the QR technology of Multisys under the “beep transit” solution.
This development is a fitting complement to the roughly 11 million beep cards issued, offering commuters an alternative and efficient mode of payment. By utilizing the beep™ App, commuters can now enjoy the convenience of this contactless technology through their smartphones — enhancing the overall commuting experience.
This initiative aims not only to provide flexibility for commuters in choosing their preferred payment method but also to aid transit operators in managing their operations more efficiently — by leveraging today’s mobile phone technologies supporting QR and NFC.
The introduction of this mobile-based payment option marks a significant milestone, as it is recognized as one of the fare media or fare payment methods under the Philippine National Automated Fare Collection Standards (PNAFCS).
AFPI CEO Jonathan Juan Moreno said that the AFPI-Multisys partnership is poised to elevate the Filipino commuting experience to international standards, emphasizing the commitment of both entities to improving and transforming how Filipinos commute.
“By embracing the expertise of Multisys and leveraging their advanced technology, we are broadening our payment solutions, making it simpler and more convenient for commuters to access transportation services through their mobile devices,” Moreno said.He further expressed the company’s goal to extend this service across all train lines and thousands of buses and PUVs nationwide, ensuring widespread accessibility and convenience for commuters throughout the country.
Echoing this sentiment, Multisys CEO Vic Tria highlighted the shared vision of both companies to enhance the commuting landscape in the Philippines.
“We are inspired by AFPI’s dedication to elevating the commuter experience, which motivates us to provide our QR technology in support of their NFC technology. Together, we are setting a new standard for convenience in public transportation,” Tria said.
This partnership between beep™ and Multisys represents a forward-thinking approach to commuting in the Philippines, offering a seamless, efficient, and modern solution that benefits both commuters and transit operators alike. (♧)