GSIS to require gov’t agencies to submit remittance files electronically starting July

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will start to require government agencies to submit their remittance documents electronically starting in July.

In a press release on Tuesday, the GSIS also announced it will no longer accept printed remittance lists (RLs).

GSIS president and general manager Jesus Clint Aranas said the transition to paperless transaction will reduce their production cost and will save government resources.

“A paperless working environment enhances data organization, storage, and retention which are all vital in protecting the privacy and security of members’ records,” Aranas added.

Due to this, GSIS’ Electronic Billing and Collection System (eBCS) is expected to be fully utilized, given that government agencies will be downloading billing files and uploading their RLs electronically through the web based facility.

The eBCS, which was introduced in July 2014, aims to ensure the seamless and timely posting of GSIS members’ premium and loan payments.

“After almost five years since eBCS was implemented, remitting officers of government agencies have been adequately trained and should be prepared by now to maximize the use of the system.  Thus, hard copies of remittance files are no longer necessary,” Aranas said. —Joviland Rita/LDF, GMA News