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Thursday, June 13, 2019

PHLPost Opens Stamps Exhibit to Mark Chinatown Museum Grand Launch



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The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) has mounted an exhibition called “Revive” featuring a section that showcased historical artifacts of the old post office building, chronicling the history of the postal service and Philippine Stamps to coincide with the Grand Launch of the Interactive Chinatown Museum.

Located at the 4th floor, Lucky Chinatown Building A in the famous district of Binondo, Manila, guests and museum enthusiast were treated with a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage, colorful festivities and traditions featuring “Binondo: A History of Connections”.

The Chinatown Museum has sections that the public can walk through famous places, and historical collections which can also be seen through multimedia displays for the public to enjoy and appreciate.

With PHLPost participation, it aims to inspire Filipinos to protect, preserve and promote this nationally important historical archive of stamps and collections providing visual, physical and written records of 251 years of postal heritage in the country.

The Philippine Postal System has a remarkable history. It was first established in Manila in 1767. The first known location of the Manila Post Office was on Escolta, next to the Estero de la Reina near Santa Cruz church.

The Manila Central Post Office Building was built in 1926 as a modern colonial architecture, an example of a perfect neo-classical monument built and designed by Filipino Architect Juan Arellano and Tomas Mapua in the heart of Manila. The structure was rebuilt, guided by its original design, after suffering extensive damage during the World War II.

The historic building has been declared an Important Cultural Property (ICP) and will undergo renovation with the assistance coming from the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) next year.

Lenovo Talks Digital Transformation Success for Public, Private Orgs


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Photo caption: Lenovo Philippines Country General Manager Michael Ngan (rightmost) with 2019 OpenGov Asia Forum delegates.



With digital transformation a priority for both public and private organizations to improve operations, leading technology companyLenovo is urging leaders to focus on the three core aspects of workspace, workculture, and workforce for a smooth and hassle-free transition.

According to an IDC study commissioned by Lenovo, despite the increasing rate of digital transformation, 60 percent of organizations in the Asia-Pacific are still struggling to achieve enterprise-wide transformation because of multi-faceted challenges such as data security, privacy, and identity.

On the local level, these issues came into light once again at the recent 2019 OpenGov Asia Forum where Lenovo Philippines Country General Manager Michael Ngan was tapped as a roundtable moderator. During the discussion, representatives of various government agencies shared that their current problems with digital transformation come from the lack of key resources such as skilled workers and infrastructure. Moreover, they also cited having no clear goals and a culture not open to innovation as other main hurdles.

To achieve and sustain the high quality of public service that is expected of them, Ngan advised the agencies to take a holistic approach to digital transformation.

“In order to fully reap the benefits of digital transformation, organizations should put efforts on turning workplaces into collaborative rather than task-based work environments. This enables easy adaptation of future operating models, as well as improves productivity and employee experience,” said Ngan.

One recommendation that Ngan shared to bolster the workforce is to set up co-working spaces, a fast-growing trend driven by competitive pressures to innovate and attract and retain the top talent, which is comprised of millennials and digital natives.

IDC also predicted that by 2024, 50 percent of repeatable tasks will be automated while 20 percent of workers doing highly brain-powered tasks will have AI-infused software or other related connected technology as a “coworker.” Lenovo thus advises organizations to start laying the groundwork for developing a cohesive existence of their human employees and digital workers, i.e., Artificial Intelligence.

Furthermore, as having a “workculture” averse to innovation is detrimental to the life of an organization, Lenovo suggests that agencies turn it around by empowering employees with the right skills and technologies that facilitate collaboration and supports an innovation culture, not just internally but also with others by considering the broader ecosystem and potential partners.

“It is critical now to empower employees, especially in the public sector, with the right set of agile tools, technologies, and an enabling environment that fosters a digital-first approach. This further bolsters both productivity and engagement levels for better outcomes,” explained Ngan.

An example of agile technology that Lenovo recommends is personalized computing, a setup that simplifies the financing, deployment, management, and disposal process of computing assets by grouping them into a single, configurable solution. This means that organizations can select the appropriate hardware and software, giving the workforce greater device choice and removing compatibility issues.

Used effectively, an enhanced digital workspace, workculture, and workforce can help public bodies become intelligent enterprises that can automate processes and even anticipate the needs of the public.

Lenovo is a leading tech provider in the consumer, commercial, and enterprise markets. It was named 2018 Top 100 Global Tech Leader by Thomson Reuters. Lenovo continues to drive innovation that creates meaningful impact and aims to be a world leader in Intelligent Transformation through smart devices and infrastructure that showcase how different is better.

On the Deactivation of 8,000 TNVS Drivers



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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) maintain that the proper registration of Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) is imperative for the safety and security of the riding public.

Firstly, TNVS operators and drivers have been given more than ample time to comply with the requirements in applying for a Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) or a Provisional Authority (PA).

LTFRB records indicate, in fact, that 40,522 TNVS units have already been granted with a CPC and PA, 29,714 units of which secured provisional authority.

This is proof that the timelines given were realistic and achievable. This is likewise proof that those who applied due diligence in compliance with state requirements are given an opportunity to participate in public transport service.

Applicants are encouraged to personally file their application for TNVS franchise, proof of their personal manifestation to assume an important public responsibility to render public service. An absentee applicant would not augur well for this purpose.

However, for ease of doing business, LTFRB allows the filing through a representative, but limited to specific family members or next of kin, who are allowed to appear in the hearing for the application of CPC. The issue of representation becomes paramount especially when there are complaints filed by passengers or third party against the absentee-applicant, in relation to franchise violations.

On issues regarding bank conformity, Transport Network Companies (TNCs) previously did not disclose that the vehicles were for public transport, which is a clear violation of bank rules.

Nevertheless, the DOTr-LTFRB went the extra mile then, and interceded in the loan application of CPC applicants through coordination with the banks, for those who were in the system of Grab and Uber at that time. New applicants, however, will have to take the official route of loan application, as should be the proper course.

Acquiring a franchise to operate as a public transport is a privilege, as it carries the responsibility and accountability of safely and securely transporting the commuting public to destinations. As such, the government must ascertain that the applicant is qualified and able to assume the duty of public transport service.

The DOTr-LTFRB does not wish to deprive opportunities for livelihood to applicants. The process, however, must comply with the level of accountability to the riding public especially in moments of conflict and accident. The safety, security and convenience of the commuting public are, indeed, paramount concern for government.

The DOTr-LTFRB is more than willing to grant a CPC or PA to units that have diligently completed the requirements. It is a two-way street.
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