SB Corp Partners with Oradian for Core Banking Transformation

In an exciting move for the Philippine financial sector, Small Business Corporation (SB Corp) has chosen Oradian, a leading cloud core banking SaaS provider, to drive its digital transformation.

This strategic partnership is poised to reshape SB Corp’s operations, enabling the institution to better support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and foster sustainable economic growth.

Empowering MSMEs with Advanced Technology

As one of the Philippines’ most established finance providers for MSMEs, SB Corp is embarking on a transformative journey to enhance operational efficiency, expand its services, and further its mission to provide financing to underserved sectors. To achieve these goals, SB Corp selected Oradian’s proven, dependable platform, known for supporting financial institutions across the Philippines and beyond.

Through this partnership, SB Corp will leverage Oradian’s cloud-based technology to:

Scale with Flexibility.

Oradian’s parameterised, API-first platform supports rapid growth and adapts to changing needs.

Streamline Operations.

The intuitive platform simplifies processes, reduces downtime, and enhances the customer experience.

Ensure Reliability.

Powered by AWS, Oradian’s cloud-native platform offers robust security and faster uptime for uninterrupted operations.

A Shared Vision for Financial Inclusion

Oradian’s Co-founder and CEO, Antonio Separovic, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration:

“We are honoured to partner with Small Business Corporation, a financial institution with a truly impactful vision. With Oradian’s platform, SB Corp will be empowered to scale their operations efficiently, deliver tailored solutions, and provide exceptional services to both current and future clients.”

Antonio also highlighted Oradian’s commitment to the Philippine financial sector, where the company has built a strong technological foundation and supported institutions like AgriBank, Esquire, RAFI, Cantilan Bank, and Salmon.

“Our nearly decade-long presence in this market has provided us with invaluable insights into the unique needs of financial institutions, enabling us to drive innovation and empower our partners to achieve unprecedented growth.”

SB Corp’s Commitment to Innovation

For SB Corp, this partnership marks a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey. Robert C. Bastillo, SB Corp’s President and CEO, commented on the importance of this collaboration:

“This partnership is a pivotal step towards strengthening the foundations we have laid for digital transformation. As we approach 2025, this collaboration with Oradian will serve as a springboard to deliver even more innovative and responsive products and services to our MSME clients.”

Driving Financial Inclusion in the Philippines

This partnership underscores SB Corp’s dedication to adopting the latest technologies to enhance financial inclusion. With Oradian’s cutting-edge platform, SB Corp is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of its clients and continue its mission to support MSMEs, a vital sector for economic growth in the Philippines.

About Small Business Corporation

Small Business Corporation (SB Corp) is the result of the merger between the Small Business Guarantee and Finance Corporation (SBGFC) and the Guarantee Fund for SMEs (GFSME). Focused on providing micro, small, and medium enterprises with access to finance, SB Corp offers wholesale lending to financial institutions, cooperatives, and foundations, as well as direct lending to MSMEs.

Learn more: SB Corp Website

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