NTT DATA Payment Services Launches ADAPTIS in the Philippines, Advancing Inclusive and Future-Ready Commerce

●       ADAPTIS launched in the Philippines after successful rollouts in Malaysia and Thailand, offering five integrated services: In-Store, e-Commerce, Financing, Enterprise, and Value-Added Services.

●       Launch event in Makati featured senior leaders from NTT DATA Japan and NTT DATA Payment Services, with the “No One Left Behind” panel spotlighting inclusive digital payments.

●       Part of NTT DATA Payment Services’ regional transformation following its 2024 acquisition of GHL Systems Berhad.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 19 August 2025 – NTT DATA Payment Services today officially launched ADAPTIS, its unified suite of integrated payment solutions, at a high-profile event in Manila. Following successful rollouts in Malaysia and Thailand, the Philippines launch marks a major milestone in the company’s mission to deliver inclusive, scalable, and locally relevant payment innovations across Southeast Asia. 

Held under the theme “NEXT in Commerce,” the event brought together senior leadership from NTT DATA Japan and NTT DATA Payment Services, alongside local regulators, partners, and merchants. The ADAPTIS launch signals a new chapter in the evolution of digital payments in the Philippines, one where purpose-driven technology meets local business needs at scale.

The ADAPTIS suite of services includes five core offerings – ADAPTIS In-Store for seamless retail transactions, ADAPTIS e-Commerce for secure online payments, ADAPTIS Financing to support business growth, ADAPTIS Enterprise for scalable payment infrastructure, and ADAPTIS VAS (Value-Added Services) to optimise business operations.

“The Philippines is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing digital economies in Southeast Asia,” said Shinichiro Nishikawa, Head of Global Payments and Services Division, NTT DATA Japan. “With ADAPTIS, we’re combining local insights with the global standards and innovation that NTT DATA is known for. This isn’t just a rebrand, it’s a reimagining of how payments can better serve banks, merchants, partners, and consumers across the country.”

“When we created ADAPTIS, we envisioned a brand that is agile, inclusive, and built for the merchants of tomorrow,” added Sean Hesh, Group Chief Executive Officer of NTT DATA Payment Services. “ADAPTIS integrates our in-store, online, enterprise, and financing solutions into one powerful ecosystem, designed to grow with businesses, from sari-sari stores to large enterprises. In a digital economy like the Philippines, adaptability isn’t optional. It’s essential.”

A key highlight of the launch event was a panel discussion titled “No One Left Behind: Driving Change Through Inclusive Payments.” Moderated by veteran journalist Rico Hizon, the session explored how technology, regulation, and real-world merchant experiences can converge to create a more equitable and digitally inclusive economy. Panelists included Shinichiro Nishikawa - Head of Global Payments and Services Division, NTT DATA Japan, Sean Hesh, Jay Tirona, Pyrus Dela Cruz - Chief Operating Officer, Yellow Cab Pizza and Mynard Bryan Mojica - Director, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.  

Reflecting on the panel and the wider mission of ADAPTIS, Jay Tirona, CEO of NTT DATA Payment Services Philippines, noted, “ADAPTIS isn’t just a name, it’s a philosophy. We’re committed to making payments more accessible, more secure, and more intuitive for all Filipinos. Whether you’re a small business in a wet market or a fast-growing online brand, our solutions are built to grow with you. Every Filipino deserves progress, and we’re proud to be part of that journey.”

The Philippines launch marks another step forward in NTT DATA Payment Services’ regional transformation journey, following the acquisition of GHL Systems Berhad by NTT DATA Japan in 2024. The company officially rebranded to NTT DATA Payment Services in November 2024, consolidating its position as a leading digital payments provider across Asia.

To learn more about ADAPTIS and the full range of solutions under NTT DATA Payment Services, visit www.nttdatapay.com.