AS an entrepreneur, one of the most essential steps in formalizing your business venture is registering your business name with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). With a DTI-registered business name, you'll have a unique identifier to use for all business documents and transactions. DTI registration will also give you exclusive rights to your business name within your coverage area — preventing confusion among your clients.

With DTI's online portal, the Business Name Registration System (BNRS), DTI registration online has become simpler for any business owner with an internet connection.