Converge CEO at MWC Barcelona
At least 80,000 global tech leaders will converge in Barcelona this week for the Mobile World Congress (MWC) with the roster of speakers featuring admired chief executives like Dell Technologies CEO Michael Dell, Accenture chair and CEO Julie Sweet, and HP Enterprise CEO and President Antonio Neri.
Among the hottest topics in this year’s conference are artificial intelligence, 5G (and even 5.5G), and sustainability among telecommunications companies.
Converge CEO and co-founder Dennis Anthony Uy joins the well-respected list of speakers to talk about how fiber technology helped uplift broadband connectivity in the Philippines at the forum of optical fiber company Yangtze Optical Fiber and Cable (YOFC), entitled “All-Optical Connectivity with New Value”.
The global tech and connectivity event kicks off on February 26, Monday, and will see the largest congregation of the titans of the tech industry worldwide, as well as the heads of government authorities and regulating bodies.”
Uy will take the stage today at the forum of YOFC and impart the Philippines’ fiber journey from its introduction in the 1990s to the present, and the rise of broadband use and penetration in the Philippines, especially during the market-disrupting entry of Converge at the height of the pandemic.
“Apart from the industry talk, I’m also excited to share a snapshot of the Philippines’ connectivity landscape at the forum. The pandemic truly changed the picture of the entire market, not just with the growth of Converge; the Philippines was forced to embrace technology and it presented us with as many opportunities as challenges,” Uy added.
Meralco Biz empowers businesses
Ringing in the Year of the Wood Dragon, Meralco Biz is amped to empower businesses to achieve their 2024 goals through its suite of services and solutions.
For businesses with a power demand of 5 to 499kW — whether they are pursuing new ventures, recovering from a setback, or planning to expand this year, Meralco Biz is equipped to understand, anticipate, and address their needs at any stage of their business journey.
As early as the planning stage, businesses can avail of free Power Consult, where their Biz Partner Manager can assist them in choosing the right location, and ensuring the timely energization of their new store or branch. Secondly, Meralco Biz provides businesses with tailor-fit solutions to future-proof their operations while maintaining cost efficiency. Lastly, Meralco Biz is capable of empowering businesses through innovative solutions such as solar panels and electric vehicles.
Honda Service Homecoming Special Promo
Honda Cars Philippines is offering a Service Homecoming Special Promo to all its customers with great deals and freebies.
The Service Homecoming Special, available until March 31, 2024.
All Honda car owners can avail of a free 50-Point Check-up with Tire and Battery Assessment and enjoy a 10 percent discount on select replacement parts such as tires, battery, brake pad/shoe, and wipers. Depending on the transaction value, you can also avail the following freebies:
Water Repellent Kit for Car Body: Minimum spend of P2,000
Water Repellent Kit for Car Body and Window: Minimum spend of P5,000
Water Repellent Kit for Car Body and Leather Wax: Minimum spend of P10,000
Owners of Honda vehicles with no service records in over a year can also enjoy additional perks such as a P500 discount on Periodic Maintenance or General Repair service with a minimum spend of P2,000 and a 10 percent discount on Periodic Maintenance parts, lubes, and labor on your next visit.
TP for All inks agreement with Pasig City
Following the launch of the Skills Training to Employment Program (STEP) in 2023, Teleperformance in the Philippines, has sealed its commitment with the Pasig City local government unit through a recent memorandum-of-agreement (MOA) signing ceremony.
Present at the event were Mayor Vico Sotto, along with Teleperformance Philippines CEO Rahul Jolly, chief people officer Jeffrey Johnson, and vice president of Human Resources and Communications & Marketing, Rachel Majito-Cacabelos. They were also joined by Pasig LGU members Simon Gerard R. Tantoco, Sangguniang Panlungsod; Ernie Al O. Edralin, OIC for Barangay Computer Literacy Program; and Jelene Sison-Lopez, Public Employment Service officer.
TP for All’s impact sourcing program marks a significant milestone in addressing unemployment and providing support for marginalized groups, such as Persons with Disabilities , individuals from underserved communities, long-term unemployed individuals, and former overseas Filipino workers.
The TP STEP curriculum, meticulously crafted by the organization’s industry experts, is tailored to equip participants with the necessary skills to thrive in the contact center industry. In its test run in 2023, the organization helped 68 graduates successfully secure employment.
Forest Fire Response Training
To help increase the Bokod and Itogon communities’ awareness of the threat of forest fires, SN Aboitiz Power-Benguet (SNAP-Benguet), in partnership with the National Power Corporation (NPC), conducted a three-day training on Forest Fire Response and First Aid & Basic Life Support from February 14 to 16.
The training exercises with simulations were facilitated by experienced resource persons from the Bureau of Fire (BFP), NPC-Upper Agno Watershed Area Team (UARWAT), and Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) for residents of Itogon and Bokod, host municipalities of SNAP-Benguet’s Ambuklao and Binga hydroelectric power plants.
Over three days, subject matter experts spoke about the devastating impact of forest fires and led practical training sessions to equip participants with the necessary skills to respond effectively, including basic first aid training.
Palengke price fresh produce
Agri-tech and eCommerce startup SariSuki and retail grocery Super8 teamed up to provide diverse, high-quality, and affordable produce to Filipino consumers by maximizing SariSuki’s vertically integrated supply chain and Super8’s market access.
The partnership aims to offer a selection of 100 offerings of fresh produce items that are lower by 40 percent compared to current supermarket prices.
SariSuki’s supply chain approach minimizes costs by cutting middlemen traders and expedites external production by directly sourcing from local farmers through their nine buying stations in provinces like Benguet, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Batangas, Laguna, Cavite, Tarlac, Pangasinan, and Quezon. This approach not only increases farmers’ income but ensures a reliable demand for their products.
To maintain the freshness of the produce, SariSuki employs various stringent post-harvest practices in its facilities. This includes meticulous cleaning, proper sorting and culling, ensuring optimal storage conditions to keep the products cool, and securely packaged. These measures not only reduce waste but also show their commitment to a sustainable agri-future.
Currently, shoppers can enjoy purchasing SariSuki’s fresh produce, conveniently available at 30 Super8 stores including those in Bulacan, Baesa, Antipolo, and Laguna.
