Get smart: Are you equipped for the next workplace revolution?
AS MANY business leaders know, the workplace of today looks radically different than it used to be a mere five to 10 years ago. After all, today’s growth in technological capabilities, the exponential increase in computing power, and almost ubiquitous Internet connectivity, are changing the way employees and enterprises operate.
PHL-made products recognized at Great Taste Awards
NINE PHILIPPINE-MADE products were recognized at the 2018 Great Taste Awards, with a pili nut snack receiving the highest three-star ranking.
How PSEi member stocks performed — August 22, 2018
Here’s a quick glance at how PSEi stocks fared on Wednesday, August 22, 2018.
DoF says tax cuts starting to reflect in retailers’ results
THE DEPARTMENT of Finance (DoF) said lower personal income tax rates brought about by the Tax Reform and Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law are starting to show up in the sales results of major retailers in the first half.
Tax reform not to blame for FEMSA exit, DoF says
FINANCE Undersecretary Karl Kendrick T. Chua expressed doubts that tax reform was behind the divestment of a Mexican bottler that held the Philippine franchise for Coca-Cola products.
DBM releases P2.29B for Marawi safety net
THE DEPARTMENT of Budget and Management (DBM) said it released P2.29 billion for social projects under the Marawi City Rehabilitation and Recovery program.
Corporate farming act offers incentives to firms producing rice and corn
A LEGISLATOR has filed a bill granting incentives to firms that successfully bring corporate efficiencies and the ability to tap financing to the process of producing rice and corn.
DoE authorizes grid impact studies for 5 projects
THE Department of Energy (DoE) has authorized five power projects to conduct separate studies on their impact on the transmission grid, with the projects potentially adding 1,233 megawatts (MW) to the country’s capacity.
Agriculture dep’t planning tech cooperation with Indian state
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) said it hopes to cooperate with the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh to develop farm technology appropriate for Philippine conditions.
DoLE to appeal injunction against order on PLDT workers
THE Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) said it will file a motion for reconsideration with the Court of Appeals in a bid to overturn an injunction against the enforcement of a DoLE order to PLDT, Inc. calling on the telco to grant regular status to contractual workers.
Not enough inspectors to enforce work safety law, DoLE says
THE labor department said it does not have enough inspectors to enforce the recently-signed Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) law.
What does digital finance really mean?
By Bryan Christopher O. King Kay
“Innovate or die” is driving many companies to constantly improve themselves in order to compete in today’s fast-paced environment. While the digital age brought about many breakthroughs, it also led to the demise of others like Blockbuster, Nokia and Kodak. Today’s top brands may face the same fate if they do not continuously innovate.