Cebu Pacific to Upgrade Crew Scheduling with iFlight

(05 September 2022, 11:00 +07)  Cebu Pacific has partnered with IBS Software to upgrade its crew scheduling processes.

By implementing IBS Software’s cloud-based iFlight Adopt solution, Cebu Pacific will replace manual processes with digital tools to implement new systems for crew pairings, rostering and crew preferential bidding, leading to increased employee satisfaction and improved operational efficiency.

"Cebu Pacific wants to ensure that it maximizes digital tools to improve the processes for its staff," said Capt. Sam Avila, Cebu Pacific Vice President for Flight Operations. "Employee satisfaction is important to us and iFlight gives us the tools and insight we need to make proactive, data-led decisions to support crew with complex scheduling. In IBS Software, we have found the ideal partner to digitalize critical operations and we look forward to a long and productive partnership."

Mathew Baby, IBS Senior VP and Head of Airline Operations Business (left), with Alex Reyes, Cebu Pacific's Chief Strategy Officer

The iFlight solution is designed to optimize end-to-end airline operations and crew management. Its modular architecture allows airlines to add functionality as their operational complexity grows, helping them optimize resources, employ emerging technologies, and boost decision-making processes.

"It is an honor to be selected by Cebu Pacific, an innovative and highly progressive airline that is putting state-of-the-art digital platforms at the core of its operations as it continues to grow," said Guatam Shekar, Senior Vice President and Regional Head of Asia Pacific, IBS Software. "The low-cost carrier segment is dynamic and fast-growing and this partnership is testimony to our vision and expertise in helping ambitious airlines like Cebu Pacific use latest technology to overhaul operational processes and put crew and customer experiences first."

IBS Software's solutions for the aviation industry cover fleet and crew operations, aircraft maintenance, passenger services, loyalty programs, staff travel and air-cargo management.

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