JANUARY 27, 2025 – In a transformative move, Micro-D International (MDI) Inc. and its pioneering software development subsidiary, Novare Technologies Inc., have rebranded as NOVARE. This significant evolution, rooted in a 36-year legacy of leadership, reflects their unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in technology.
Guided by Novare’s visionary Founder and Chairperson, Myla C. Villanueva, and Chief Executive Officer, Victor M. Silvino, the rebranding emerges at a pivotal moment in the fast-evolving tech landscape. It embodies a strategic focus on purposeful technology in the Philippine market, reinforcing their mission to enhance digital transformation. The name “NOVARE,” derived from the Latin verb meaning “to make new,” encapsulates the company’s dedication to delivering groundbreaking advancements that drive progress and create new opportunities.
At NOVARE, its approach is defined by three dynamic solution groups:
- Experience: At NOVARE, the company is committed to fostering exceptional interactions with its customers, employees, and partners. Through innovative experience programs, NOVARE strives to set new benchmarks for excellence within the technology industry, ensuring that every engagement is meaningful and impactful.
- Modernization: As a trusted partner in navigating the complexities of the digital age, NOVARE offers a comprehensive modernization strategy. Its services encompass infrastructure development, network security, cloud solutions, and data management, equipping organizations with the essential tools and capabilities to thrive in a tech-driven future.
- Insights: NOVARE empowers its clients with deep, actionable insights across critical domains, enabling them to make informed decisions that drive success. By leveraging data intelligently, the company helps organizations unlock their full potential in an increasingly data-driven world.
The new logo features a sleek, minimalist design with a single clockwise arrow, symbolizing innovation, renewal, and forward momentum. This emblem reflects NOVARE’s commitment to simplicity and efficiency while conveying trust, reliability, and technological advancement.
Strategic Acquisition of Appistoki
In a bold initiative to fortify its Asia Pacific leadership in technology, the shareholders of NOVARE acquired a 100% stake in Appistoki, a distinguished firm specializing in Salesforce solutions, serving clients in the US, Singapore, India, Indonesia, Ireland and the Philippines. This strategic acquisition forms the NOVARE Group of companies, and will enhance NOVARE’s technological capabilities and strengthens its relationships with key industry players in the Philippines, particularly among primary Salesforce users.
Victor Silvino expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “With Appistoki joining the NOVARE Group, we are excited to deliver innovative solutions that embody our commitment to purposeful technology.” Abhijeet Kulkarni, Appistoki’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the shared vision and values that will continue to drive their success and impact in the community.
Looking Ahead
As NOVARE embarks on this new chapter, the integration of Appistoki marks a significant milestone in its journey toward becoming a premier player in the regional technology landscape. Stakeholders and customers can anticipate exciting developments as the NOVARE Group enriches its offerings with Appistoki’s expertise. With renewed energy and purpose, the NOVARE Group is poised to redefine digital transformation and empower organizations in an increasingly interconnected and digital world, solidifying its status as a catalyst for innovation and sustainable progress.
About Novare
NOVARE is a leading technology innovator in the Philippines, formed through the integration of Micro-D International Inc. and Novare Technologies Inc. With over 30 years of experience, NOVARE excels in software development, IT infrastructure, data analytics, and cybersecurity, consistently exceeding expectations.
At the forefront of advancements in APIs, cloud computing, big data, and AI, NOVARE harnesses purposeful technology to create new opportunities for sustainable growth and meaningful change. By aligning its innovations with social impact, NOVARE empowers its employees, clients, and communities. As a trusted partner across the Philippines and the APAC region, NOVARE is committed to shaping the digital landscape with visionary solutions and a strong culture of innovation.
About Appistoki
Appistoki is a boutique Salesforce Summit/Platinum consulting partner headquartered in Singapore. It has cross cloud expertise through implementation of multiple full-cycle projects within the Salesforce ecosystem of products. Appistoki’s team of Salesforce professionals, with over 190 certifications, work across our offices in Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Ireland and India.
It has industry experience in Financial Services, Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences, Telecommunications, Real Estate, Retail and more. Additionally, it has developed Salesforce Accelerators that enable Appistoki to serve its customers better, that has enabled the firm to achieve a consistently high C-Sat score of 4.93/5.


