PLDT among world’s best procurement teams
PLDT is among the global organizations recognized at the prestigious World Procurement Awards 2024, for having achieved procurement excellence.
The only Philippine company shortlisted, PLDT was nominated under the Ivalua Procurement Excellence Award category, which recognizes organizations and teams that have successfully delivered tangible and quantifiable results through advanced approaches to spend management.
“We are honored and humbled to be part of this year’s World Procurement Awards nominees. Being shortlisted highlights the significant strides PLDT has made on financial prudence, operational excellence, transformative change, and sustainability,” said Rajat Sarna, PLDT Group chief procurement advisor. “We will continue to collaborate with our business units and suppliers, to uphold ethical and sustainable business practices, and attain positive impact on our business,” Sarna added.
In support of the company’s purpose of inspiring innovations and fulfilling its ambition of becoming a sustainability leader in the region, the PLDT Group continues to work closely with its business partners, to ensure judicious procurement spending, operational efficiency, and responsible business operations.
Backed by Procurement Leaders, the annual World Procurement Awards celebrates the most exceptional individuals, teams, and organizations in procurement, making it one of the most prestigious professional recognition programs in the industry.
Jollibee Group recognized with
Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award
Jollibee Group has been recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third time this 2024. This award affirms the company’s commitment to people engagement as an integral part of its business strategy. The Jollibee Group remains the first and only Philippine-based company to have received the award.
The GEWA covers 2.7 million workers across 100,000 teams around the globe. It is based on Gallup’s comprehensive and rigorous workplace study and recognizes world-class organizations that integrate engagement into their workplace culture.
“This recognition was made possible by the countless men and women of the Jollibee Group around the world who contribute and shape our uniquely joyful work culture,” said Ernesto Tanmantiong, Jollibee Group president and CEO. “Our three-time recognition is timely as it comes at the heels of our best year yet in 2023: a clear manifestation that our business success is deeply interconnected with our people’s success.”
“We remain committed to helping our talents build a career where they can live out their purpose, build meaningful relationships at work, and contribute with their unique talents to our mission of bringing the joy of eating to everyone. We strive hard to make our people not onlysuccessful but also happy,” Tanmantiong added.
Jollibee Group’s strengthened People Agenda was key to its record business performance, which was characterized by back-to-back best-ever years in 2022 and 2023.
Coins.ph backs AngelNet Summit
Coins.ph together with the other private stakeholders from the tech industry showed support for the Philippine National Police’s AngelNet Summit 2024 held last April 12.
The “AngelNet” Internet Child Protection Program is a specialized Task Force that addresses online abuse and promotes internet safety to shield children from cyber harm. It has bolstered relationships with the AngelNet Network and assisted PNP-ACG in gaining children’s trust so they may report internet threats.
This year’s AngelNet Summit focused on the power of cooperation in maintaining cyberspace free from harassment, abuse, and violence with the theme of “Siguradong Protektado: Angel Network and the Cybersquad, Magkasama sa Online Kaligtasan.”
“Coins.ph extends our gratitude to the PNP for their continuous service. We will continue supporting the endeavors of PNP and other government agencies in their efforts to preserve our cyberspace free from harassment, abuse, and violence.” said Robert De Guzman, head of Legal and Governance, Risk, and Compliance at Coins.ph.
“As part of our advocacy, we lead several initiatives and mechanisms to ensure our users’ security and protection against various online risks. Again, we stand united with the PNP in the battle against cybercrime, striving to make the digital space a safer place for all young people,” De Guzman added.
Maynilad donates rainwater harvesting facilities
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. is donating rainwater harvesting facilities to several local government units so that communities can harness rainwater as an alternate source of water for non-domestic use.
Maynilad has turned over six units of 1,500-liter-capacity rainwater harvesting facilities to the cities of Malabon, Manila, and Pasay in Metro Manila; Bacoor in Cavite, and the municipalities of Teresa and Morong in Rizal.
The donation is in line with Maynilad’s effort to empower local communities in arming themselves against the possible impact of El Niño on water supply availability. Harvested rainwater, when stored properly through these facilities, can be utilized for non-potable purposes, such as watering plants and flushing toilets.
By drawing water from this alternate source, customers can help to minimize withdrawals from the distribution system, enabling Maynilad to better manage network pressure and meet water requirements especially during peak demand hours.
“This is a sustainable solution during times of increased water demand. By harnessing rainwater, we are not just conserving resources but ensuring communities have access to water, even during challenging seasons like El Niño,” said Maynilad COO Randolph Estrellado.
To fully utilize the collected rainwater, Maynilad is also installing vertical garden frames along with the donated rainwater harvesting facilities so that the recipient communities can also grow vegetables. The company conducts workshops to equip the vertical garden beneficiaries with basic knowledge on urban gardening.
Electric Night Run for Hope set
JCI Manila will hold the Electric Night Run for Hope 2024 on May 18 at the Filinvest, Alabang.
The event, expected to gather up to 8,000 spirited individuals, will have Hospicio de San Jose as beneficiary for its program for the homeless.
Proceeds from the Electric Night Run for Hope 2024 will be dedicated to the construction and renovation of transitory homes, providing essential shelter and stability to those in need.
Reflecting on Color Run for Education 2023: Empowering Minds, Building Futures
Last year, JCI Manila constructed much-needed school buildings at Monic Elementary School as the beneficiary of their Color Run for Education 2023.
To join, register at https://jcimanila.org/events/?eventid=177.
Forest Foundation, Canada drive climate adaptation efforts
The Philippines and Canada recently unveiled a new climate change adaptation program that leverages nature to minimize climate impacts.
The Philippines-Canada Partnership on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Climate Adaptation (PCP4NbS), an initiative led by Forest Foundation Philippines in partnership with the Embassy of Canada, seeks to enhance the climate resilience of communities, empower women, and ensure that the strategies implemented benefit natural resources and promote healthy ecosystems.
PCP4NbS will pilot good practices on nature-based solutions (NbS) in the Philippines by improving the knowledge base for evidence-based decision making, creating platforms for learning exchange and capacity enhancement, and conducting research on the nexus between biodiversity, gender, and climate adaptation. The program will also develop learning modules and implement gender-responsive, community-based NbS, and co-create policy recommendations to mainstream NbS for climate adaptation. These solutions not only address climate challenges but also provide valuable ecological services.
PCP4NbS partners come together for a watering ceremony, nurturing the growth of nature-based solutions in the Philippines. The choice of the banaba tree, a symbol of adaptability, reflects the strength of the partnership as it addresses climate change impacts.
COMCO Mundo most awarded
Communications group COMCO Mundo League of Enterprises is the most awarded organization in the Philippines and across the Asia-Pacific region at the global Gold Quill Awards 2024 given by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), reaping five Gold Quill recognitions for the Century Tuna “Saving Our Seas” Project, UNMASKED: The COMCO Mundo Write to Ignite Initiative Season 3, and Camp COMCO Mentorship Program.
The Save Our Planet, Save Our Seas – The Century Tuna’s “Saving Our Seas” Initiative won the Gold Quill Award for Corporate Social Responsibility and Climate Change and Sustainability Communication.
COMCO Mundo bagged the Gold Quill Award for Digital Communication and Social Media for UNMASKED: The COMCO Mundo Write to Ignite Initiative Season 3.
COMCO Mundo’s comprehensive and intensive talent incubation initiative, industry linkage course, and apprenticeship program — Camp COMCO Mentorship Program was honored with the Gold Quill Award for Communication Training and Education.
The awarding ceremony will happen in Chicago, on June 25, at the IABC World Conference.
