OUR COMPANY
Exist Software Labs: Engineering a Better Way Since 2001
Exist is a Global Digital Enabler providing enterprise-grade IT solutions through a powerful combination of strategic consulting, partner-driven innovation, and engineering services.
Founded in 2001, Exist was an early pioneer in Java Open Source technologies. Today, we have evolved that foundation into a sophisticated Center of Excellence for scalable, robust, and highly customizable software. With a growing global workforce and offices in the Philippines and the US, we bridge the gap between complex technical debt and future-ready platforms.
Innovation
innovators
domain
Our Approach
Building enterprise IT solutions using the most mature and recognized Java Open Source software.
Empowering Transformation Through Our Pillars
We help organizations in the Asia Pacific, Australia, and the US find a better way to operate and grow. Our comprehensive portfolio is built upon four customer value pillars designed for measurable impact:
- Advisory & Governance: Aligning architecture with global regulatory standards (BIR, BSP, DOH, DOE, PhilHealth).
- Engineering & Integrations: Modernizing core systems through DevSecOps and seamless 3rd-party data connectivity.
- Digital Innovation & AI: Accelerating growth with partner-powered identity and automation solutions.
- Sustainability & Operations: Providing long-term augmented engineering and managed services.
Agile Model
Iterative development. Enabling you to respond to change.
Collaboration Model
Plan together. Build together. Achieve success together.
Industry Best Pratices
Proven results. Rooted in deep domain knowledge and industry expertise.
EXIST VISION
Emerge as the foremost Digital Enabler and Technology Driver, spearheading Business Innovations in Current and Emerging Enterprise Markets through pioneering solutions and transformative approaches.
EXIST MISSION
To innovate and engineer evident technological solutions that empower businesses in emerging markets.
To continuously enhance our expertise in cutting-edge technologies and processes.
To deliver value-driven solutions that propel our clients towards sustained growth and success by fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and adaptability.
CORE VALUES
Our core values are deeply embedded in our culture. They help us drive our objectives and guide us in how we do business and how we work together with internal and external stakeholders.
Passion to excel
We will capitalize on our TENACITY to create better ways of doing things. We will not rest on our current capabilities, but rather build on them in our personal and professional journey to be the best we can be and set new standards in our industry. We will expect more from ourselves than our clients do. We will endeavor to EXCEED EXPECTATIONS in everything that we do.
Competence
Through the unique skills of our employees, we continuously improve and innovate our services and solutions to meet customer needs. We will embrace the attitude of continuous learning because what got us here may no longer be enough to sustain our business in the future.
efficiency & effectiveness
We seek effective and efficient ways to find the best solutions and better serve our customers. We are not afraid to seek new methods in our efforts to continuously enhance the results of our work. We constantly measure ourselves to demonstrate a commitment for excellence.
Creativity & innovation
We believe that employees are fountains of new ideas, fueling better products, services, and processes. We believe that there is always enough room for improvement. We will constantly get out of our comfort zones and embrace change in everything we do.
customer satisfaction
We are dedicated to providing the BEST customer service possible. We LISTEN to the business needs of our customers and aim to SURPASS their expectations by delivering QUALITY SOLUTIONS that are worth their investment.
fun
We believe that we are more creative and productive if we’re having fun! The company embraces laughter, humor, and having fun while working toward achieving our objectives.
Our Management
The leadership team driving innovation at Exist.
Winston Damarillo
Founder & executive chairman
Michael Lim
President & CEO
Christopher Silero
VP of operations
Jonas Lim
VP of Technology
Willex Perez
VP of sales & marketing
Our Awards
Recognized globally for our commitment to excellence and innovation in technology.
Growth Champion 2026
Recognized as one of the Philippines Growth Champions 2026 by Statista and Inquirer.
First Filipino company recognized as an Outstanding Tech Company at the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2025.
Corporate Excellence Awardee at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2024
Recognized as one of The Financial Times’ ‘High-Growth Companies Asia Pacific 2024’ awardee this 2024.
Exist Software Labs HRIS Solution Wins Philippines Technology Excellence Award
Finalist of Marketing Excellence Awards Philippines (2022)
Ranked 17th nationwide and top 5 in IT Software in the Philippines Growth Champions 2024 of Statista and Inquirer.
Selected as One of APAC CIOoutlook’s 25 Most Promising IT Services Providers (2015)
Ranked 17th nationwide and top 5 in IT Software in the Philippines Growth Champions 2023 of Statista and Inquirer.
Ranked as the Most Progressive Homegrown Company by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) (2008)
Selected as One of CIO Review’s 20 Most Promising Banking Technology Solution Providers (2015)
Recipient of Red Herring’s 100 Prestigious Startup award (2006)
Selected as One of CIO Review’s 20 Most Promising Banking Technology Solution Providers (2015)
Recognized as a Technovisionary that will lead the next wave of disruptive innovation by ZDNet (2007)
Our Clients
RBank Digital
salarium
sm prime
mynt
Our Partners
Microsoft Azure
GITLAB
AWS
Let’s Build What’s Next, Together.
Whether you’re innovating from scratch or modernizing existing systems, Exist Software Labs helps you find a better way forward through technology, partnership, and engineering excellence.