AF Payments Inc. (AFPI), which operates the beep payment system, has tapped software solutions delivery center Multisys Technologies Corp. to advance its mobile-based transport payment solutions.
Through the partnership, AFPI expands its beep payment system with the Multisys QR technology, allowing beep users to pay their bus and train fares through their mobile devices.
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.
AFPI chief executive officer (CEO) JJ Moreno said in a statement the partnership is poised to elevate the Filipino commuting experience to international standards, as both companies are committed 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 noted the company’s goal to extend this service across all train lines and thousands of buses and public utility vehicles nationwide, ensuring widespread accessibility and convenience for commuters throughout the country.
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.
“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,” said Vic Tria, Multisys CEO.
AFPI and Multisys said their partnership 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.
