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Frontiir in Community (CSR)

Frontiir’s first major contribution in Myanmar was the development and donation of UniNet in 2013 to address the key challenges in the education sector. UniNet leverages leapfrog technology to establish a campus-wide WiFi network and core IT infrastructure at the University of Computer Studies, Yangon. Frontiir also implemented a high-speed inter-campus network between the three main Technology and Computer Studies Universities in Yangon, further developing the capacity of these higher learning institutions.


Frontiir is the Official Information & Communications Technology Sponsor and Partner of SEA Games in Myanmar. Frontiir donated the technology to power the historic 27th SEA Games in 2013, with our Private Network, intranet between four cities across 24 venues, and SEA Games Verification and Information System (SVIS) which enabled quick delivery of the live Game scores and verification to the Delegates. With this achievement, Frontiir was the first to serve 50,000 spectators in a sports arena in Myanmar with our WiFi network.

Education Sector


Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) being a part of Frontiir’s ways of doing business, contribution to Myanmar community continued since its first donation with UniNet in 2013, particularly in education and health sectors. Frontiir has ongoing training support to the government agencies and recently, in 2019, contributed to establishment of the President Mahn Win Maung Learning Center at the Yangon Regional Government Compound and has on-going training programs for the family and staff members in IT and English with a native English speaker.

Health Care Sector

In the health care sector, Frontiir established videoconferencing facilities for the Yangon Regional Teaching Hospital in 2018, enabling the health professionals to receive ongoing training from countries such as Japan, India, UK, and Singapore, as well as consult cases with experts in other countries.

Recently with COVID-19 crisis, Frontiir established a Health Net program which provides communications centers with network connectivity in the hospitals in Yangon Region for videoconferencing with health departments. Additionally, Frontiir also provides a WiFi network in facility quarantine centers, relieving the sense of isolation and allowing people to connect.

Myanmar Net for Community

Frontiir supported the creation of many donation plans as a responsible, community-centered organization, focused on making the COVID-19 period easier to pass for the Myanmar people.

As Myanmar combats the COVID-19 pandemic, Frontiir contributed to relieving the pressure of the pandemic by creating Myanmar Net for Community program where Frontiir was able to secure shipments on surgical masks and gloves during times of scarcity and donated to the hospitals and essential government services. While many struggled with food sustainability during the lockdown period, Frontiir donated rice donations to the communities-in-need.

Frontiir’s Innovative Technology

Frontiir’s co-founders, both MIT graduates and known international experts in WiFi systems, have spent several years designing networking architecture blueprints and collaborating with local engineers to develop unique solutions for broadband Wi-Fi access that is scalable, cost-effective, and high performance.

Frontiir’s WBAN infrastructure, based largely on Wi-Fi, is by far one of the most advanced and densest Wi-Fi broadband delivery systems in the world, extending broadband internet access in places where fiber backhaul availability is the most challenging. By reducing CapEx while maintaining quality and scalability, Frontiir’s system and products help bridge the digital divide effectively. Most importantly, Frontiir affects a social impact through the sustainability of continuous improvements on technology development, engineering and operational efficiency.

The team has proven that their unique proprietary technical design is 20 times more capital-efficient than traditional network designs using technologies like LTE or FTTH, surpassing both reliability and quality.

For its innovation and impact, Frontiir was awarded 2018 ASEAN Business Award for SME Excellence in Innovation as well as ASEAN Outstanding Engineering award in 2019.

CDC Investment

“At CDC, we firmly believe in the power of connectivity to help build the economic strength of communities and businesses. Frontiir’s expansion has been impressive, led by its experienced management – the team brings a great mix of commercial, innovative and social awareness to the table. CDC’s capital will help accelerate the business growth, helping it reach further remote regions. This is CDC’s first direct equity investment in Myanmar. We are delighted to be creating long term partnerships in a country where our capital will make a meaningful difference to people’s lives.”

Srini Nagarajan (Managing Director and Head of Asia)

CDC makes its first direct equity investment in Myanmar, backing Frontiir
July 22, 2019

Myanmar Net BIZ

With cutting edge technologies of Wireless and Fiber, Myanmar Net provides the most Reliable Internet Service for the Businesses. In order to secure connection, both Wireless and Fiber systems are deployed at the same time so that internet can be still accessed even after one line is down. Myanmar Net Biz responds to the need for security and reliability in business by maintaining internet access for up to 40 Mbps, even after one line is down. For business professionals exploring other options, Myanmar Net Biz also provides a Fiber Only Subscription.

  • Wireless and Fiber; deploy both line at the same time
  • Internet can be access for up to 40 Mbps even after one line is down
  • Fiber Only Subscription is also available

Value Added Services

  • As a value added service, Myanmar Net Biz customers are given free access to Myanmar Cast, providing entertainment and education along with reliable internet access.

Training

Business development includes many objective keys, including employee development. It is one of the vital keys of the company and creates a win-win situation for both the employer and the employees. Frontiir invests in our staff’s professional development because our people are our most important assets.

Most of our employees seek training and want to develop professionally for success in their roles. Our organization actively supports training and education sponsorship programs to improve employees’ skills while working on the company’s future business development.

Frontiir has education sponsorship programs for all outstanding employees, building both our people and our company in the process. Any employee with at least six months’ service can apply to local and overseas education sponsorship programs. Employees need to have two TRAC awards in one year (or) TRAC award and an outstanding standard based on their last performance review.

Local training can be applied to with approval of relevant managers and E-Staff. All local education program fees will be covered by the company. Foreign training requires approval from relevant E-Staff and our CEO. Frontiir will cover 50% of foreign training fees with the remaining 50% of the cost deducted from the employee’s salary.

Frontiir always emphasizes care for our employees. Our company uses its own resources to grow the company. This includes internal and external professional training for polishing our employees’ skills. Any employee can join their relevant training, depending on their level, from basic employees to those in management. Training programs provide support depending on each person’s requirements, ensuring employees are satisfied and motivated.

Our company recognizes grade 1 to 12 employee positions from basic to management level employees. The Frontiir advantage is that we have internal job vacancies and every employee has a chance to join their department of interest with a high level. All they require is to do their job well and work hard to pass their required training. This is our unique internal development plan. Training programs are investing in our most important asset: our people.

We have many training programs within a year for our employees. Every training course has unique advantages and goals specific for employees of differing segments of the organization, such as labour groups, installation groups, engineers, technicians and management. Frontiir fully sponsors all internal training, motivating employees towards continual growth and development.

Our Training

Frontiir’s trainings are focused on technology, business, safety, leadership and management. English language training programs are also provided. Trainings include: Leading and Deciding, Cable Management & Cabling in DC, NAT and CGN, Data Center Planning, Implementation and Design, Metro and ABR OSPE Knowledge Sharing, IGW Transit, Peering and BGP Part 1 to Part 4, MPLS and VPLS, Understanding Core Planning, Basic OH Fiber Cabling, Splicer Maintenance, GPON Fundamental, Outdoor Wireless PTP/ PEMP Backhaul (24G,5G) Training, Checking and Troubleshooting Fiber, SBS Network Deployment, Basic Electronics, Radio Frequency, CS ERP Ticket CS Process Level 1, NAT an CGN, Linux Starter Course, SBS Network and Deciding, FTTH Design and Infrastructure Troubleshooting, Store Operation Management and English Language. As safety is a concern in every part of the organization, Frontiir extends safety training to all personnel.

We make basic electronic training (M&E Training Level I) for grade 2 and 3 employees. Training aims to tackle essential knowledge about electrical power and electronics components to avoid electric shock and protect oneself from electrical hazards. Training offers basic knowledge of electronic components and devices as well as grounding (earthing) and electric safety. Participants are able to understand more about electronics and have greater knowledge about the importance of building earthing and electrical safety to apply to both their personal and professional life.

English language training is the only external training for our company. English is an essential skill of the international business world, so our company supports improving English language skills from basic to advanced for all employees.

Frontiir’s global expert technicians give many internal technical trainings. The trainers are dedicated to familiarizing trainees with essential skill, procedures, and technology, applying their global standard technical knowledge and experience to the benefit and growth of young employees. Training embraces group workshops such as brainstorming, negotiation, and participation for a variety of professional development.

Co-Founder, Executive Chairman and CEO of Frontiir Dr. Godfrey Tan (Wai Lin Tun) gives “Leading and Deciding” training for grade 7 and management level employees. Through his training, he shares his business knowledge, key qualities of an effective leader, problem management, people management, results orientation and rewards system, conflict resolution and self-improvement learning and attitude. Our CEO has developed a guiding business and leadership management towards taking care to all employees and empowering them to bring their best to Frontiir.

Job Creation

One of the integral aspects of Frontiir’s business operating principle is job creation. Since 2013, Frontiir has created more than 30,000 jobs in Myanmar indirectly through its steady supplier program. We also directly employ more than 2,400 people in our organization and are still growing.

Through regular Job Fairs at Yangon HQ, which attracts 1,200 average attendance, Frontiir provides opportunities for both skilled and unskilled job seekers. Frontiir’s rigorous and structured training programs ensure that all employees will be able to quickly skill-up for the post needed as well as prepare for career growth opportunities.

Frontiir’s well established internship program is subscribed by universities across the country, providing opportunities for students with on-job training schemes. The transition procedure for Interns allows the talented students to be able to fast-track to permanent posts as soon as they graduate.

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Our Culture

Frontiir prides itself as an innovative fast-moving technology company with the driving forces of innovative technology, world-class leadership, and a highly capable workforce. Led by international experts, Frontiir’s technical team innovates across software, operating system kernels, networks, and hardware layers to deliver the best user experience with the best cost efficiency.

Frontiir’s core value of “Giving Back” shapes our culture, drives our success and reflects what is truly important to us. Our team is led by Myanmar-born technology experts with vested personal interests in helping rebuild the country. Together with highly capable and enthusiastic Myanmar teammates, we seek to play a key role in accelerating the success of Myanmar. We believe in the good will and determination of the people of Myanmar, and their capacity to achieve remarkable results.

Frontiir demonstrates ethical, fair, and sustainable business models and leads to great success amidst huge challenges in an emerging country like Myanmar. We maintain constant adherence to a commitment to an ethical business culture. We preserve our brand name and image of our company with integrity and diligence.

More than eight years after being founded, with 2,400 employees and two corporate Headquarters, Frontiir still remains true to its IT start-up nature and still focuses on agile innovative technology, striving for the next cutting-edge technology and products to launch. Job creation and investment in human capital being the center of our operations, Frontiir has a rigorous training program and career path outlined for all employees.

Environmental & Social

Frontiir is committed to ensure that we systematically integrate Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS) into our core operations and take all necessary actions to be environmentally and socially sound, and to operate in compliance with the applicable IFC Performance Standards. Frontiir will:

  • Avoid, minimize or compensate the negative environment & social impacts that are likely to arise from Frontiir’s operations by conducting risk assessment and monitoring
  • Maximize opportunities for environmental and social benefits
  • Establish a good reputation and improve relationships with customers, suppliers, stakeholders and regulators by showing that Frontiir is environmentally and socially responsible
  • Protect the health, safety and welfare of employees
  • Assess, monitor, review and continuously improve Environmental & Social Management System

Governance & Business Integrity

Frontiir is committed in practicing high standards of corporate governance in respect of all of our activities. Our governance and business integrity’s objectives are to:

  • Comply with all applicable laws and promote international best practice, including those laws and international best practice standards intended to tackle AML, anti-bribery and corruption and economic sanctions; 
  • To develop a culture that nurture honesty, respect, integrity and fairness 
  • To achieve business success in a transparent and responsible manner 
  • Uphold high standards of business integrity and honesty, including zero tolerance approach to bribery and corruption in all business dealings; 
  • Deal with regulators in an open and co-operative manner; 
  • Commit and adopt good corporate governance practices; and 
  • Implement appropriate whistle-blowing mechanism to facilitate the reporting of wrongdoing and misconduct.

Our Core Values