QC partners with Lalamove launches LalaJeep, for livelihood of jeepney drivers

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The Quezon City local government in partnership with Lalamove launched LalaJeep, the latest addition to the latter's fleet which will cater to the delivery needs of QC residents and help jeepney drivers who were displaced due to the community quarantine.

With thousands of jeepney drivers in Quezon City, Mayor Joy Belmonte said the income from LalaJeep would be a big help to those who will sign up. 

“Since our jeepney drivers are directly affected by the continuing community quarantine, this LalaJeep program is a welcome initiative which will provide alternative livelihood for them. We are grateful to Lalamove for piloting this program in Quezon City.”

The program will also provide a more affordable option for business owners who are heavily reliant on the delivery app for the delivery of their products.

Small Business and Cooperatives Development and Promotions Office (SBCDPO) Head Mona Yap shared how LalaJeep will also help businesses in their logistics. “As many businesses are transitioning to online which demands delivery services, this LalaJeep will be a great support not just for jeepney drivers but also for small businesses.”

Dannah Majarocon, the Managing Director of Lalamove Philippines said, “This project is aligned with Lalamove’s goal to empower communities and uplift the livelihood of those who are heavily affected by the pandemic. This will allow our services better to suit every business owner and day-to-day user’s delivery needs. This project is a testament that with governmental support, we can deliver possibilities faster.”

The Task Force on Transportation and Traffic Management (TFTTM) will screen and assist in the registration of the jeepney drivers while the SBCDPO shall facilitate group training sessions for their jeepney driver constituents, to enable them to understand and navigate the delivery app. During the preparation of the launch, around 200 jeepney drivers signed up to be part of the LalaJeep fleet. With the alternative source of income, both the Quezon City local government and Lalamove hope that the LalaJeep project will help keep jeepney drivers afloat until they are allowed by the national government to ply their respective routes.

PLDT Enterprise launches Beyond Fiber, a new package of business-grade internet and digital solutions

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PLDT, Inc. has launched its newest package of connectivity and digital solutions to help businesses gear up for operating in the New Normal.

Called BEYOND FIBER, the new service package offered by PLDT’s Enterprise Group features a set of curated digital tools ranging from productivity and collaboration tools to e-payments and e-commerce solutions. These services are combined with enterprise-grade WiFi running on premium fiber service—enabling small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) to fearlessly make the digital shift towards long-term growth.

Smart President & CEO and PLDT Chief Revenue Officer Al Panlilio

“We at PLDT and Smart are focused on putting the customer at the center of everything we do. Within the Enterprise group, we aim to do this through the launch of solutions such as BEYOND FIBER, which is set to benefit all our customers—regardless of size or industry. We look forward to seeing how this solution will inspire business to look beyond the current situation and take their businesses further,” said Smart President & CEO and PLDT Chief Revenue Officer Al Panlilio.

ePLDT President and CEO and SVP Head for PLDT and Smart Enterprise Business Groups Jovy Hernandez

“Digitalization has now become critical for businesses that want to survive and thrive under the challenging conditions created by the COVID pandemic. We specifically designed BEYOND FIBER to equip businesses with digital solutions tailor-fit to the growing needs of today’s enterprises,” said Jovy Hernandez, ePLDT President & CEO and SVP Head for PLDT and Smart Enterprise Business Groups.

Beyond Fiber plan starts a Php 2,500/month and comes with up to 50mbps internet speeds, a dedicated business landline, and a business-grade Cisco Meraki WiFi router.

PLDT Beyond Fiber plan starts at Php 2,500 monthly and it will be FREE for the first three months of subscription. SMEs and large enterprises alike can avail of the foundational components of BEYOND FIBER: enterprise-grade connectivity via a premium WiFi device and fiber connection, all supported by a dedicated business hotline.

BEYOND FIBER raises the bar by offering a more robust business-grade fiber link with speeds of up to 50 Mbps—harnessing PLDT’s extensive fiber optic network with over 322,000 kilometers of fiber cables and growing – to better enable the day-to-day business for an office, a branch or for people working from home.

To manage the expanding use of wi-fi connectivity in the workplace, BEYOND FIBER comes with a secure, enterprise-grade wi-fi router. Stores for example can have dual wi-fi networks: one for work, and one for guests.

For businesses using telecommute or work-from-home arrangements, the WiFi service can enforce certain network policies to support their company processes. This is made possible by PLDT’s partnership with Cisco Meraki – a leader in cloud managed IT with unmatched visibility and control.

Customize your business connectivity plan with an array of add-ons for productivity, collaboration, data and device protection, and contactless and online transactions.

On top of this, PLDT is offering a selection of solutions that fit current and future digital needs of enterprises. This includes productivity tools available through Microsoft 365’s suite of work solutions, collaboration tools via MS Teams, appointments scheduling via MS Bookings.

BEYOND FIBER also offers solutions to protect work devices from cyber-attacks via ePLDT’s Endpoint Advanced Security, to enable cashless and online payments via Paymaya, and to provide secure & private connections through Cisco Meraki Z3.

“These are the solutions initially lined up under BEYOND FIBER. We will have more in the months to come. This initiative is designed to help businesses to make their digital shift—so that they grow amid the COVID crisis and help power the recovery of the national economy,” Hernandez said.

Businesses will never be the same again and we hope to inspire you to look BEYOND.

This is too good to be true…this is BEYOND FIBER.

For more information on BEYOND FIBER by PLDT Enterprise, log on to https://pldtenterprise.com/solutions/internet/beyond-fiber

To know more about products and services, visit www.pldtenterprise.com. 

Visit Facebook at www.facebook.com/PLDTEnterprise,

Twitter @PLDTEnterprise, and LinkedIn at @pldtenterprise.

Robinsons Bank wins PH ‘Fastest Growing Commercial Bank’ for the 2nd time

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Robinsons Bank is the financial services arm of the JG Summit Group of Companies, one of the largest conglomerates in the Philippines.

Robinsons Bank once again wins as the “Fastest Growing Commercial Bank— Robinsons Bank wins PH ‘Fastest Growing Commercial Bank’ for the 2nd time  2020” in 6th Global Business Outlook Awards, securing a back-to-back win of a highly-coveted recognition.

Geared towards creating a more significant presence in the banking industry, RBank has maintained a sound financial performance since the rollout of Roadmap 2020 in 2015 when President Elfren Antonio S. Sarte took over the bank's leadership.

RBank continues to make waves in the industry as the Bank's profitability continues to be on the uptrend.

In 2019, RBank's revenues grew by 28% from its 2018 performance, registering a total of Php 8.1 billion, driven by a 17% expansion in its gross loan portfolio. RBank's total net income in 2019 rose to Php 719.4M, marking a 127% increase.

The 6th Global Business Outlook Awards aims to recognize the excellence shown by various companies from all around the world in both the private and public sectors, highlighting the innovation, creativity, and exceptional performance that they have shown. 

SEE: Robinsons Bank wins Fastest Growing Commercial Bank – Philippines 2020

Expanding products and increasing visibility

Early last year, RBank launched the IPONsurance®, an interest-bearing deposit account that comes with free life insurance. Its coverage extends up to four times the average daily balance (ADB). It is designed to provide Filipinos with better choices and a more comfortable and more affordable path towards a financially secure future.

Additionally, RBank also launched a co-branded product with Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI), the Robinsons Cashback Card. The Robinsons Cashback Card lets clients enjoy a shopping experience that’s more rewarding as they earn up to 3% cashback when they shop in RRHI affiliated stores, and up to 1% cashback on non-affiliated merchants.

RBank Sign Up – an irresistible convenience

Get ready to have your bank account in just minutes!

Boasting an all-digital process of opening an account, RBank Sign Up requires only one (1) government-issued ID, uses facial recognition and real-time ID detection for a hassle-free experience. Clients can also get their account details in minutes after completing the account opening process.

All these done without ever having to visit a branch.

RBank Digital – online banking

Robinsons Bank is continuously enhancing “RBank Digital” -- its online banking platform -- to ensure a convenient home-banking experience for users. Aside from the regular transactions that online banking can do, such as fund transfers, balance inquiry, transaction history, bills payment, and more. 

With the new upgrades in its online banking feature, users can now view their credit card transactions in real-time, and soon be able to transfer funds through a QR code and even enjoy the QR – a “QuickR way” to pay in participating stores online.

Embracing an award-winning year

Robinsons Bank gained (8) awards for 2019 at both the international and local levels.

The Bank was recognized for its exemplary performance as a commercial bank, earning the titles “Best Commercial Bank in the Philippines 2019” from the International Banker and “Fastest Growing Commercial Bank—Philippines 2019” as awarded by the Global Business Outlook (GBO).

Additionally, in 2019, the Simple Savings Deposit Account was awarded as the Most Innovative Banking Product by the GBO and the Most Financially Inclusive Program by the Bank Marketing Association of the Philippines. The Robinsons Bank DOS Mastercard was also named as the Most Innovative Credit Card product by the GBO. RBank was also recognized by Visa to have the Highest Number of Contactless Transactions – Acquiring in 2019.

As January 2020 rolled in, the Robinsons Bank Treasury team received the “2019 Project of the Year” award for its Treasury IT Solutions Optics project. The award was given by Finastra, the third largest FinTech company in the world. Lastly, in February, Robinsons Bank’s Annual Report 2018 won a Silver Anvil in the 55th Anvil Awards.

With RBank, the future is bright

For two consecutive years, Robinsons Bank was awarded the “Fastest Growing Commercial Bank – Philippines 2020” at the 6th Global Business Outlook Awards confirming the aggressive rise of RBank amidst industry challenges. 

More so, it projects the trust and confidence of its depositors and investors in the bank and its commitment to service excellence.

Even with the challenges posed by the “new normal”, RBank remains committed to its customers with the continued enhancement of its products and services, embracing digitalization even more, in order to respond with agility and swiftness to the changing needs of the customers in the midst of the challenges. 

As RBank chairman, Lance Gokongwei puts it, “We will navigate through these uncertain times and find new ways to deepen our relationship with you by providing services that will help strengthen your financial position”.

Putting customers at the heart of every product, RBank continues to provide financial solutions that empower every Filipino to dream big for their future. At Robinsons Bank, we bring banking closer to you while bringing you closer to your dreams.

Robinsons Bank is the financial services arm of the JG Summit Group of Companies, one of the largest conglomerates in the Philippines. It currently ranks 18th among universal and commercial banks in the country, with assets amounting to Php 131.088 Bn as of December 2019.

For inquiries and concerns, you may reach Robinsons Bank through its Customer Care Center at (02) 8637-CARE (2273) or domestic toll-free 1-800-10-637-CARE (2273); or visit its website at www.robinsonsbank.com.ph. Like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/robinsonsbank/ and follow them on Twitter @RBankCorp for the latest promo.

JBL Earphones at Shopee, a perfect gift for Father’s Day!

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Fathers love tech and headphones / earphones these days, a perfect gift for Father’s Day.

Some of the best rated and best selling headphones/earphones will make their workout more fun, so you can pick the perfect gift for Dad this year. There’s everything from wireless, noise-cancelling to wired, hi-res over ear. It’s everything your dad ever wanted.

A decent pair of sports headphones are a very worthy investment. 

There are things to look for great earphones.

A secure but comfortable fit.

You can get all sorts of fitness-oriented designs that wrap tightly around your head, over and around your ears.

The best types of running headphones are actually either true wireless or lightweight Bluetooth in-ears with tips that go into the ear as usual, but with additional, curved, tapered ‘hooks’ that sit under the antihelix of your ear.

Decent sound quality.

Research has shown that the right type and tempo of tune can keep you in the zone for longer, and we’ve all run up park steps to a suitably soundtrack.

Most people want to be able to hear/feel their tunes as they workout and be motivated by them, whilst blocking out the gym/the world.
the sound levels are above normal.

Whatever the sound you want, there is nothing more annoying than ear buds worming their way out when you’re trying to stay focussed. The main causes of this are poorly fitting ear-tips, plus the vibrations through your body and movements of your head as you run or work out. Even the best running headphones can become annoying when their cable snags on the back of your neck or your clothing. 

Waterproofing.

Although a ‘normal’ pair of headphones can work well for exercise, if they fit well enough, they’re just not built to stand up to heavy rain when running or, more importantly, sweat when doing any exercise.

JBL headphones, including earbuds, in-ear headphones, and on-ear headphones surround you with high-performance sound in comfortable and stylish designs.

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Visit https://shopee.ph/jblphilippines for more information on the JBL products at the Shopee.

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Happy Father"s Day ! 

PAL to resume CDO-Cebu flights on Monday, June 15

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Philippine Airlines will be resuming flights between Cagayan de Oro and Cebu effective Monday, June 15, 2020. This was bared in its latest Flights Advisory as of June 12.

See the updated flight schedules below.

CEBU- CAGAYAN DE ORO- CEBU

PR 2313/ 2314- Every Mon/Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun (Effective June 15)

MANILA – CAGAYAN DE ORO – MANILA

PR 2521/2522 – Daily

Again, passengers are required to brig with them necessary travel documents in compliance to health protocols.

For more information, please see here: https://www.facebook.com/117387315866/posts/10158075967145867

and https://www.philippineairlines.com/en/ph/home/covid-19/newnormalexperience.