Security Bank’s people transformation initiatives
Bottom, employees enjoying the activities at Security Bank’s recent People’s Fair, which kicked off the Bank’s new HCM transformation projects.
Coinciding with its 72nd anniversary, Security Bank hosted a five-day People’s Fair to advocate its Human Capital Management (HCM) transformation projects. This included a new Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and a soon-to-be-launched new integrated technology platform, called HeRO. Pictured from left to right:
Coinciding with its 72nd anniversary, Security Bank Corporation (PSE: SECB) hosted a week-long People’s Fair at its Makati City Head Office to launch its Human Capital Management (HCM) transformation projects, including a new Employee Value Proposition (EVP) “You Matter” and a soon-to-be-launched new integrated technology platform, which the Bank has dubbed HeRO, enabled by Darwinbox.
Thousands of Security Bankers gathered over the course of five days to learn more about the distinctive HCM initiatives through interactive learning sessions, and gamified booths, as they enjoyed giveaways, prizes, and treats from partner concessionaires.
The EVP “You matter” is at the core of the Bank’s people mandate and is anchored around six pillars of Care, Enablement, Flexibility, Purpose, and Rewards and Recognition.
Security Bank is innovating the customer and employee experience with significant investments in technology. For employees, the HCM team gave a preview demonstration to a robust employee platform called Human Capital Management Employee Resources Online (HeRO) at the People’s Fair event.
Sun Life wins prestigious industry awards in Singapore
Sun Life Philippines cemented its position as one of the region’s best life insurance brands, after it achieved a double win in two industry recognition programs held recently in Singapore.
In the Asia Trusted Life Agents and Advisers Awards (ATLAA) held last July 26 at PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay, Sun Life Philippines CEO & Country Head Benedict Sison was honored with the Executive Champion of the Year Award for his exemplary leadership and contributions to the industry.
Also recognized as finalists in ATLAA were Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. in the Life Insurance Company of the Year category and Phoenix Palm Branch Manager Jayvee Badile in the Insurance Agency Leader of the Year category.
Meanwhile, Sun Life Grepa Financial, Inc. (SLGFI), Sun Life’s bancassurance arm, was recognized in the Insurance Asia Awards held last July 27 at the Marina Bay Sands. For the second year in a row, the company was bestowed the MSME Insurance Initiative of the Year Award for Sun Life Grepa Healthcare, its holistic group insurance ecosystem which covers wellness, protection, and recovery.
Recent ADB Report highlights Grab’s economic empowerment efforts
Grab, a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, is a key driving force in the Philippines economy, according to a recent study independently conducted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Amid the turmoil of the pandemic, Grab’s innovative service model provided flexible and substantial livelihood opportunities – offsetting a rise in unemployment and helping thousands of Filipinos weather economic adversity.
The research study encompassed 1,200 GrabFood delivery drivers across Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao. It revealed that Grab’s flexible work model and the resulting income stability have been invaluable for drivers throughout the crisis, and more broadly, continue to serve as a labor market buffer for people who may be unemployed or need additional side income. Most Grab partners reported a positive work experience, citing the flexibility of working hours, adequate and attractive earnings, and autonomous working conditions as their top reasons.
The report also highlights the impressive COVID-19 vaccination rate among GrabFood driver-partners, which stands at nearly 100%. This rate not only ensures the safety of the drivers but also reinforces the public’s trust in Grab’s services especially during the pandemic.
The ADB study also underscores the operational hazard of this type of career (e.g., skidding) and emphasizes the need for affordable medical insurance schemes to promote the long-term sustainability of this flexible self-employment model. For its part, Grab Philippines has a comprehensive health and safety policy to support its delivery-partners. This includes accident and life insurance, medicine allowance, access to prepaid ER HMO, hospital assistance, 24/7 Grab Safety Hotline, Grab Academy safety training, and telemedicine services.
Rakuten Sports, SM Cinema to live stream World University Basketball Series 2023
Rakuten Sports has announced that Sun Chlorella’s World University Basketball Series 2023 (WUBS 2023), a champions league-style tournament for world-class university basketball teams, will be live streamed at leading Filipino cinema chain SM Cinema.
SM Cinema will host live viewing parties of the Ateneo Blue Eagles’ WUBS 2023 matches in 12 prime locations across the Philippines, featuring a total of 21 screens. This initiative marks the first time SM Cinema is screening live basketball, and they are proud to partner with Rakuten Sports to bring WUBS to an even greater audience. Tickets for the live viewing parties are now available for purchase on SM Cinema’s official website.
WUBS’ vision is to empower the next generation of basketball talent by giving collegiate players and teams a platform to showcase their skills on an international stage. This year’s championship, hosted by the All Japan University Basketball Federation (JUBF), with the operation support of Rakuten Sports, will come alive from August 10 to 13, at the Yoyogi National Stadium Second Gymnasium featuring seven countries and regions — Australia, Chinese Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and the United States — to compete in this championship.
To celebrate this partnership, SM Cinema and Rakuten Sports are offering a limited-time promotion. The first 100 fans at WUBS 2023 live viewing parties will enjoy a one-time special discount of 20% off their ticket prices at SM Cinema. Going forward, Rakuten Sports and SM Cinema remain committed to delivering exceptional experiences to basketball fans throughout the Philippines.
Celebrating World Chocolate Day with Filipino Favorites
From the iconic triangles of thoughtful Toblerone treats, to the smooth and creamy taste of Cadbury Dairy Milk, there’s no denying that chocolates have played a major role in defining the happiness of the everyday Filipino. With the taste buds of the country held captive by the deliciousness of chocolates, leading the charge to celebrate World Chocolate Day is none other than Mondelez Philippines, Inc.
As a snacks leader in the country and the maker of Filipinos’ favorite chocolate brands for the past 60 years, Mondelez Philippines has been delivering deliciousness, comfort, and connection to every household. In an age of fast-paced disconnection and divisiveness, chocolates undoubtedly bring people together across borders, regardless of who you are and where you came from.
In fact, the joy that chocolates provide in every bite can be evidenced in the Company’s global 2022 International State of Snacking Report where 78% of consumers are of the belief that moments of indulgence like snacking on their favorite chocolate are important now more than ever, and 75% agree that snacking provides them a boost in mood and moments of peace.
Along with the Company’s efforts to promote mindful snacking, it also leads the charge in helping empower cocoa communities through a program called Cocoa Life.
As of the end of 2021, the parent company has partnered with 200,000 farmers globally through Cocoa Life to achieve higher cocoa yields, which has resulted in an increase in living income. Additionally, the company has invested $1 Billion to help empower 300,000 cocoa farmers and improve the lives of more than a million cocoa farmers around the world.
PCPPI wins at Linchpin Awards
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI), which exclusively manufactures and distributes PepsiCo beverages in the country, recently received the Corporate Category Award during the inaugural Enterprise Asia Linchpin Awards of Asia, also known as the Linchpin Awards of Asia.
The program honors excellent, elite enterprises across Asia that have navigated changing business landscapes successfully while continuing to shape the industries in which they belong. In its first year, the Linchpin Awards of Asia 2023 recognized exceptional organizations from the fields of food and beverage (F&B), manufacturing, oil and gas, pharmaceutical/healthcare, retail, and renewable energy, to name a few.
Its proponent, Enterprise Asia, is a non-governmental organization aimed at developing programs that promote entrepreneurship as a platform for sustainable development towards economic equality. It works closely with governments, NGOs and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, in uplifting the economic status of people across Asia.
Held in Hong Kong, the awards ceremony was attended by some of Asia’s business visionaries. PCPPI’s Chief Environmental, Social, and Governance Officer Atty. Carina S. Bayon accepted the recognition during the event.
PLDT Group and LinkedIn launch strategic partnership
The Philippines’ leading integrated telco PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) are doubling down on investments in their people to win in this fast-evolving business environment.
The Group partnered with LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, to help build a workforce that will deliver more innovations to customers, drive better business outcomes, and strengthen its brand as the employer of choice.
The Group will tap LinkedIn solutions to find, engage, and retain premium talent. To help harness skills, thousands of its employees will gain access to over 20,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning. LinkedIn’s GLINT platform will help spur employee engagement through regular intelligence on overall organizational health, while the LinkedIn Talent Insights system will provide real-time employee data and trends.
The LinkedIn engagement is part of the transformation journey PLDT and Smart on people and culture, and hinges on the vision to become an organization that customers advocate for, employees love, competitors admire, and shareholders value.
The announcement comes on the heels of the Group’s Purpose, Vision, Mission and Values refresh, and underscores its aspiration to create a future-ready Philippines. This likewise highlights its commitment to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #8: Decent Work and Economic Growth.
