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Guv: Post qualification evaluation of bulk water project bidder ongoing

Guv: Post qualification evaluation of bulk water project bidder ongoing

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The post qualification evaluation of the lone bidder for the bulk water project of Negros Occidental is ongoing, Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson said on Tuesday, Jan. 7.A consortium of First Balfour Inc., Victorias Milling Co. and FPIP Utilities Inc. is the lone bidder of Negros Occidental’s P1.2 billion bulk water project.Lacson said after the assessment and if qualified, negotiations will follow regarding the pricing of the water they will produce.The governor said it could be implemented in the first quarter of this year.The bulk water project includes the financing, engineering design, construction, operation and maintenance of the bulk water supply system that will be sourced from either the Imbang River or the Malogo River.It is expected to supply treated bulk water to s...
10% discount on biz tax at BOSS until Jan. 20

10% discount on biz tax at BOSS until Jan. 20

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The Permits and License Division Business One-Stop Shop (B.O.S.S.) is currently continuing its operations at the Bacolod City Government Center premises from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday until January 20.A 10 percent discount on business tax will be given to those who make a one-time payment on or before January 20, a press release from the city government said Monday, Jan. 6.Online renewal is also made available for the public.They may file for payment through this link: ebpls.bacolodcity.gov.ph, the press release said.*
TP, recognized Sustainable Business Champion at French Chamber PH Awards

TP, recognized Sustainable Business Champion at French Chamber PH Awards

Business
Pierre Berube, Senior Vice President for Shared Services and Capability Development (middle), receives the Prosperity Award on behalf of Teleperformance.*Teleperformance (TP), global leader in digital business services and citizen experience management, has been honored with the Prosperity Award at the The Le Trophée Bleu: Sustainability Business Awards, presented by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) recently at the Shangri-La, The Fort, Manila.The Prosperity Award celebrates French and Filipino organizations in the country that combine economic success with impactful social contributions,a press release from TP said Friday, Jan. 3. Several flagship programs of Teleperformance for inclusivity and sustainability include the company’s mul...
Globe secures ISO 22301:2019 new certification

Globe secures ISO 22301:2019 new certification

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Globe has successfully obtained a new certification for ISO 22301:2019, the international standard for Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS), highlighting its proactive approach in safeguarding critical operations and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery in times of crisis.The new certification, valid until 2027, underscores Globe's commitment to maintaining a robust and resilient business framework capable of withstanding and swiftly recovering from natural disasters and unforeseen business disruptions. Globe has maintained this certification since 2012, a press release from the firm said."This achievement is a clear indication of Globe's constant state of readiness to respond to challenges. Our efficient teams, coupled with effective processes, guarantee the delivery o...
Evacuated farm animals get help

Evacuated farm animals get help

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Farm animals evacuated out of the Kanlaon Volcano danger zone are getting help from the private sector.   Businessman and inventor Ramon Uy supervised the unloading of shredder and chopping machine in   La Castellana, Negros Occidental, for the use in the production of silage for the carabaos, cows goats, and other livestock at a relocation site.The animals have been relocated because of the  ashfall from  Kanlaon Volcano’s eruption.The equipment was lent to the local government without any cost on their part, Uy said.The help for the farm animals is supported by Villar Foundation, EcoAgri Development Foundation and RU Group of Companies, he said.*
‘GCash AI-powered lending services break barriers, provide innovative loan options’

‘GCash AI-powered lending services break barriers, provide innovative loan options’

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As generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into work and society, the Philippines' leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, GCash, is using the technology for good. Through its lending arm, Fuse, GCash is creating opportunities for Filipinos to access financial services by breaking down barriers of  traditional lending systems. Now, with the power of AI, GCash is making it even easier by enhancing credit scoring and collections, ensuring more Filipinos can achieve their financial goals, a press release said."AI has transformed our loan scoring and collections, making credit more accessible and repayments easier," said Fuse Lending President and CEO Tony Isidro. "By using AI to assess the user’s eligibility and streamline collections, we’...
TP earns Gender-Inclusive Workplace recognition at UN  WEPs Awards

TP earns Gender-Inclusive Workplace recognition at UN  WEPs Awards

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TP Chief Operating Officer Tanya Famador and Executive Vice President and TP Women Chair Toni Tompar receive the award presented by UN Women Program Analyst Antoinette Santos, Australian Ambassador to the Philippines H.K. Yu, and Amy Baume, UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific representative.*Teleperformance (TP) in the Philippines has been honored as 1st Runner-Up for the Gender-Inclusive Workplace category of the United Nations Women 2024 Asia-Pacific Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) Awards.As the only business process outsourcing company to be awarded under the Gender-Inclusive Workplace category, this milestone marks TP’s first recognition from UN Women, “the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls”, a press ...
5 Reasons to Invest in Parkville Today

5 Reasons to Invest in Parkville Today

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Main entrance to Parkville*Bacolod is transforming into a Super City under Mayor Albee Benitez’s vision, and SMDC’s Parkville is right at the heart of this exciting future. Ini ang mga rason kun ngaa ma invest ka sa 54-hectare lot-only development subong:1. Freedom to Build Your Dream Home at Parkville, you have the freedom to design a home that perfectly reflects your lifestyle.  Ikaw mismo ang mapili kun ano ang design sang gusto mo nga balay. With combinable lots starting at 120sqm, you can create the ideal living space tailored to your family’s needs and preferences.2. A Lifestyle Beyond Compare Parkville is more than a place to live—it’s a lifestyle. Pwede mo i-enjoy ang mga parks, themed gardens, kag family-friendly amenities parehos sang soccer field and a...
Fortune ranks Teleperformance among world’s top 10 best workplaces

Fortune ranks Teleperformance among world’s top 10 best workplaces

Business
TP Pride members and officers celebrate and receive the Bahaghari Awards recognizing TP’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.Global digital business services leader Teleperformance (TP) was named one of the top 10 World’s Best WorkplacesTM 2024 by Fortune and Great Place To Work®, ranking 7th among the top companies. It’s the fourth consecutive year that TP was named to the world’s top employer list, a press release from the firm said.To be considered for the list, companies must be identified as outstanding global employers with recognition on at least five Best Workplaces™ lists in Asia, Europe, Latin America, Africa, North America, or Australia during 2023 or early 2024.TP is among 25 organizations that rose to the top of the global employer rankings based...
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