In collaboration with Salesforce, the Center of Excellence in Bonifacio Global City will accelerate AI adoption in the Philippines
Appistoki, a Novare Channel Partner, today launched the Salesforce Data and AI Center of Excellence (CoE) at the Novare headquarters in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, strengthening its efforts to accelerate AI-driven enterprise transformation in the Philippines.
The CoE will serve as a joint innovation hub where Appistoki and Novare will collaborate to co-develop new applications and help organizations in the Philippines better understand and implement agentic AI in practical, scalable ways across business operations and customer experience.
The new facility will serve as Appistoki’s dedicated innovation space for Agentforce, Salesforce’s agentic AI platform, and Data 360, Salesforce’s native data engine. It will showcase how organizations can unify their data and leverage AI agents to enhance customer engagement, automate workflows, and create more connected digital experiences.
The CoE will host customer briefings, live demonstrations, workshops, and collaborative sessions for organizations exploring AI-powered transformation initiatives.
Driving AI Innovation in Real Estate
The CoE will focus on the real estate industry, with use cases including intelligent lead engagement, personalized property recommendations, and AI-assisted customer support.
Accounting for more than 5 percent of the Philippines’ GDP, the real estate sector is positioned for continued momentum following a 6.8 percent year-on-year expansion in Q1 2026. Harnessing AI will be pivotal in unlocking the sector’s next phase of growth by driving operational efficiency, data-driven customer acquisition, and more personalized buyer engagement.
“We wanted to create a space where organizations can experience AI in action. Through Agentforce, businesses will better understand how intelligent and connected customer engagement can transform industries such as real estate,” said Abhijeet Kulkarni, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Appistoki.
“Novare is committed to delivering purposeful and enterprise-ready AI solutions for Filipino companies. AI should create a meaningful impact for both businesses and people. This initiative reflects our commitment to helping organizations adopt AI in ways that are practical, responsible, and outcome-driven,” said Victor Silvino, Chief Executive Officer, Novare Technologies.
According to Paul Carvouni, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Salesforce ASEAN:
“Business success in the Philippines will be defined by organizations that move beyond AI pilots to apply AI where it delivers measurable outcomes. Our collaboration with Appistoki on this CoE reinforces our commitment to equipping Filipino businesses with the technology and expertise needed to turn AI ambition into real competitive advantage. Together, we are leading the shift to agentic transformation across the region.”
Building on Successful AI and Data Initiatives
Appistoki and Salesforce have worked together to drive successful AI and data initiatives across a range of industries, including real estate, banking, and telecommunications.
Ayala Land, Inc., one of the Philippines’ leading real estate developers, highlighted Appistoki’s role in advancing its Salesforce journey.
“Appistoki has been a critical part of our Salesforce journey. We’re taking that journey to the next level — using AI on top of the data we’ve built on Salesforce to unlock more value from our investment and our partnership with Appistoki,” said Roscoe M. Pineda, Chief Information Officer, Ayala Land, Inc.
Appistoki has made significant investments in developing dedicated Salesforce capacity, spanning industry-focused accelerators, Salesforce certifications, live experience demonstrations, and more.
The company is also part of the Salesforce Forward Deployed Engineering Partner Network, delivering the engineering depth required to help customers bridge the gap between AI ambition and a production-ready agentic workforce.
Recognized for ASEAN and Philippine Excellence
Appistoki was named ASEAN Partner of the Year for the second consecutive year at the Salesforce Partner of the Year Awards in May 2026. The recognition honored the company for delivering transformative solutions that drive business outcomes for customers across the region.
Appistoki was also named In-Country Excellence Partner of the Year in the Philippines, further recognizing its contribution to advancing Salesforce-powered transformation and AI adoption in the local market.
