
Author
Dean Makkos
General Manager
Dean Makkos is the General Manager at Tritel Communications Inc., bringing over 30 years of global telecom and cloud communications experience. He has built platforms for OCR, KYC, CCaaS, and UCaaS, and worked with leading banks, insurers, and enterprises across Asia to modernize customer journeys and move operations to the cloud. Dean is recognized for his sales leadership, international network, and ability to turn complex telecom challenges into scalable solutions. He has managed large teams, driven revenue growth, and pioneered innovations such as work-from-home contact center setups during the pandemic. Outside of work, Dean enjoys connecting with people worldwide and exploring how technology can transform customer experiences.
Articles by Dean Makkos

Jun 2, 2026
From Onboarding to Communication: Building a Fully Digital Customer Journey
Learn how to create a fully digital customer journey using OCR, KYC, Cloud PBX, and VoIP solutions.
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May 28, 2026
How OCR and KYC Solutions Help Prevent Identity Fraud in the Philippines
Learn how OCR and KYC solutions help businesses in the Philippines detect identity fraud, improve compliance, and secure digital onboarding.
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May 19, 2026
Manual vs Automated KYC: Which Is Right for Your Business?
A side-by-side comparison of manual and automated KYC — speed, cost, accuracy and audit trail — and how to work out what the switch is worth.
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May 11, 2026
How BPO Companies in the Philippines Use OCR to Process Documents at Scale
Discover how BPO companies in the Philippines use OCR to process documents faster, reduce errors, and scale operations efficiently.
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May 8, 2026
OCR and KYC Solutions in the Philippines: A Complete Guide
How OCR and KYC automation cuts onboarding from days to minutes, meets BSP Circular 1170 requirements, and scales without adding headcount.
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Apr 28, 2026
KYC Compliance in the Philippines: Requirements and Risks
What KYC compliance requires in the Philippines — AMLA, BSP Circular 1170, PhilSys, reporting thresholds, and what non-compliance actually costs.
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