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May 20, 2013 Vol. 17, No. 10
A bi-monthly digest of global and domestic industry trends and developments. Published by the Trade and Industry Information Center, Department of Trade and Industry Manila, Philippines Tel. (632) 895.3611 Fax (632) 895.6487 To subscribe, email: publications@dti.gov.ph Online: http://www.dti.gov.ph
In this issue Focus PHL a 'rising star'
Inside DTI 1. Summer Fiesta Bazaar showcases CALABARZON products 2. DTI-11 holds Presyo Diskwento Caravan 3. DTI-NCR readies more Presyo Diskwento Caravans Good News, Philippines! 1. PHL food exporters hit USD 30-M sales target in Japan 2. Chinese investors eye PHL
3. BOI examines MDP participants 4. DTI reiterates: Cash and card prices should be the same 5. New standards for 8 fruits and veggies out 6. Deal only with accredited freight forwarders Features DTI, DSWD pool resources to alleviate poverty in Region 12 ASEAN Watch 1. 22nd ASEAN Summit ends 2. Domingo eyes Asian investors for auto sector 3. FTA facilitates entry of local products to China
MSME/OTOP News Aklan piña fiber trade fair generates P6M
Statwatch DTI Direct Call Center
Business Update 1. DTI not giving up on garments bill 2. DTI cited for making exporters more globally competitive
What’s New?
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Focus PHL a 'rising star'
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oody’s Analytics has billed the Philippines as ‘Asia's rising star,’ with the country’s growth expected to beat much of the world this year and in 2014. Robust economic growth has made the country "among the brightest parts of a generally gloomy global picture," the research arm of global credit rater Moody’s Investors Service reported. The country's gross domestic product (GDP) beat expectations by expanding 6.6% in 2012, a momentum that "looks sustainable, as risks are low and most sectors of the economy are growing solidly." "We expect GDP growth to remain in the 6.5%-7% range in 2013 and 2014, making the Philippines one of the world's fastest-growing economies," the report said. Just last month, the country bagged its first-ever investment grade in history from credit watchdog Fitch Ratings, which also lauded growth amid global slowdown. This was followed by another investment grade rating from Standard & Poor’s (S&P) recently.
Inside DTI 1. Summer Fiesta Bazaar showcases CALABARZON products
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arious products of the PhilExport Southern Tagalog Association, Inc. (PHILSTAI) are still on sale at the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Bureau of Domestic Trade (BDT) Showroom at the Trade and Industry Building in Makati City. Billed as the Summer Fiesta Bazaar, the exhibit has been running since April 1 and will last until May 31. It is open to the public Mondays to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The bazaar features Region 4A’s top products such as farm produce, fresh and processed foods, holiday items, decorative items and house ware décors, and wearable items.
On the same positive note, Moody's places the country a notch below investment grade with a Ba1 rating. Moody's Analytics linked the Philippine's performance to ‘good governance’ which it said is “far and away the most important driver of growth in emerging markets.” It also lauded President Benigno S. Aquino III for implementing much-needed reforms and for continuing those initiated during the Arroyo administration. "The government's 2011-2016 development plan provides a five-year blueprint for growth and development, providing transparency, predictability, and accountability," Moody’s said. "The crackdown on corruption and encouragement of local and foreign investments, in particular, have worked well," it added. Construction should again lead the way, supported by services, especially business process outsourcing (BPO), it noted. Government spending should spur demand, although investment and consumption are just as healthy. (BWD, YAH, GMA 04/24) The exhibit likewise showcases fashion accessories; religious items; wood; ceramics figurines and fine-bone china; candle holders; paper maché; and raw and processed foods such as honey, salted eggs, and the gastronomic delights on the native “kakanin.” On sale at Summer Fiesta Bazaar • Cavite’s Alfonso tablea de cacao • Laguna’s wooden bags, chocolate-coated polvoron, and Liliw footwear • Rizal’s sweet fresh pineapples, bamboo lamps, and decorative storage boxes • Batangas’ banana chips, coated peanuts, and herbal products • Quezon’s uraro cookies
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2. DTI-11 holds Presyo Diskwento Caravan
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he Department of Trade and Industry-Davao City Field Office (DTI-Davao City FO) recently held a one-day Presyo Diskwento Caravan. Conducted at the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Davao City lobby, the event offered products like canned sardines, processed milk, coffee, rice, processed and canned meat, instant noodles, detergent/ laundry soap, and toiletries. DTI-Davao City FO Director Teolulo T. Pasawa said the project
3. DTI rolls out Diskwento Caravan Balik Eskwela Edition nationwide
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is targeting to conduct 29 Diskwento Caravans-Balik Eskwela Edition across the country to provide cheaper school supplies, school bags, shoes, and uniforms before the start of classes this coming June. DTI-National Capital Region (NCR) Officer-in-Charge Ferdinand L. Manfoste said the Diskwento Caravan will be organized nationwide from May 6 to June 15, 2013. “The Diskwento Caravan is a good opportunity for our consumers who want to maximize their budget for school supplies, school bags, shoes and uniforms of their students,” Manfoste said during the Diskwento Caravan Balik Eskwela Edition kick-off in Makati City. Products sold in Diskwento Caravan such as notebooks, pad papers, pencils, pens, crayolas, scissors, school bags and uniforms, shoes, among others are offered in cheap prices with discounts ranging from 20%-70%. Interested consumers may contact DTI Regional and Provincial Offices
provided the consumers with the opportunity to avail themselves of basic necessities and prime commodities at discounted prices from at least 20 suppliers and distributors. Pasawa said even school supplies and herbal medicines were made available during the caravan. “We’re glad that for almost four years now, we’ve been consistently receiving positive feedback from our invited suppliers and distributors,” he said. to know more about the confirmed date and venue of Diskwento Caravans in their area. Manfoste meanwhile assured the consumers that even though the school supplies sold in the Diskwento Caravans are cheap, these are made by reputable manufacturers and are of good quality. “The school supplies offered in our Diskwento Caravans are safe and comply with standards,” Manfoste added. Aside from school supplies, Diskwento Caravan-Balik Eskwela Edition also features basic items such as cooking oil, bread, canned goods, processed meat, detergent bars, soaps, and shampoos. Products from the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are also highlighted in the Diskwento Caravan. Started in 2008, Diskwento Caravan is a flagship project of DTI that aims to provide non-wage benefits for wage earners and employees to ease the consumers’ burden of rising prices of basic necessities and prime commodities.
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Good News, Philippines! 1. PHL food exporters hit USD 30-M sales target in Japan
2. Chinese investors eye PHL
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Philippine delegation of food firms hit its USD 30-M sales target at a recent food fair in Japan, the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) reported.
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hinese businesses have expressed interest in investing in the mining, energy, agriculture, services, tourism, and education sectors in the Philippines because of the rising manufacturing cost in China, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said.
“Some businesses are even thinking of relocating here. The Philippines is
Aklan piña fiber trade fair generates P6M
Best-selling PHL products during the FOODEX Japan 2013
CITEM, the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) export marketing arm, said the sales were generated during the FOODEX Japan 2013 held from March 05-08, 2013 at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba.
PCCI President Miguel B. Varela said China’s rapid growth and emerging status as an economic superpower is pushing its strategic business sectors to forge relationships that would provide them a steady supply of raw materials that are not available or are expensive in China.
MSME/OTOP News
The Philippine delegation created a stronger presence at this year’s FOODEX Japan, exceeding the USD 24-M sales generated last year.
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total of 57 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Aklan generated P6.24-M sales in the Aklan Piña and Fiber Festival Fair held on April 22-30, 2013 in Kalibo. The show was organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with Hugod Aklanon Producers Association, Inc., Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT), and the provincial government of Aklan.
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Cavendish banana Natural fruit fillings Glazes and jams Coconut products Mango products Muscovado sugar Sliced tuna
a very good alternative because of proximity, cultural ties, and availability of skilled and intelligent workers,” said Varela. (TPS 04/17) Chinese business prospects in PHL •
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Construction of power plants as well as the development of mining resources Production of vegetables and other high-value crops like pineapples and mangoes to provide food sufficiency for its large population Infrastructure Establishment of schools Import and export Services Transportation Real estate Construction Leather goods manufacturing
Now on its 13th year, the fair featured products made from indigenous fibers such as piña, abaca, raffia, and nito. It showcased piña wearables and high fashion apparel, gifts and housewares, furniture and furnishings, and agriculture and aqua-based processed foods. The fair also featured various abaca uses and applications.
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Business Update 1. DTI not giving up on garments bill
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is pursuing its campaign for the passing of the garments bill in the United States (U.S.) Congress by re-filing the bill for the third time. DTI Secretary Gregory L. Domingo said they are now scouting for fresh sponsor under the new U.S. Congress for the bill and looking for a major trade bill on which the Philippines’ “Save Our Industries Act” can ride on.
2. DTI cited for making exporters more globally competitive PHL’s existing FTAs • • • • • • •
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Free Trade Area (FTA) ASEAN-China FTA ASEAN-Korea FTA ASEAN-AustraliaNew Zealand FTA ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Philippines-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (PJEPA) ASEAN-India FTA
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has been cited for “levelling the playing field” for local exporters through free trade agreements (FTAs). Hancole Group of Companies Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Marco Reyes cited DTI’s effort as he pushed for more FTAs to make businesses in the country more globally competitive. “The Philippines is participating in these FTAs to maintain competitiveness, promote cross-border complementation, sustain inflow of investments, mutual support on issues of common interest, and for the benefit of consumers,” Bureau of Export Trade Promotion (BETP) Director Senen M. Perlada said.
Domingo said the “Save Act” cannot pass on its own before the U.S. Congress but has a strong chance of passing if it becomes a rider in a major trade bill. The “Save Act” bill seeks to revive the country’s garment manufacturing industry with the U.S. granting duty-free or preferential tariff concessions to garments exported by the Philippines using American yarn and fabrics.
to USD 120B by 2016 from the USD 89-B export target for 2013. To date, some 1,746 participants have already participated in four information sessions under the “Doing Business in Free Trade Areas (DBFTA)” outreach program headed by the BETP. The Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC) provides resource speakers from partner agencies like the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Tariff Commission. The information sessions deal mostly on the practices, preferences, and protocols of the country’s preferential trade partners as well as the requirements local companies seeking to explore the overseas market need to meet before
Through these FTAs, the Philippines targets to double its exports
3. BOI examines MDP participants
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he Board of Investments (BOI) is checking the compliance of Motorcycle Development Program (MDP) participants under Executive Order (EO) 156 or the Motor Vehicle Development Program (MVDP) as basis for the incentive grant.
the requirements for basic assembly facilities and parts manufacturing under EO 156.
The BOI found out that a number of participants were deficient with
The MVDP obligates participants to “invest and/or bring in investments
The requirement-deficient participants have requested for a two-month extension before the issuance of a show cause order.
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in the manufacture of motor vehicle parts and components for both export and domestic markets” for one year. The amount required of motorcycle assemblers is USD 2M.
package for exportation and a minimum of only 1% to be subject on imported equipment for motorcycle assembly operations and parts manufacturing. (MAL, MAB, MST 04/22)
Other conditions are the attainment of technical licensing agreement with foreign Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM); establishment of new or utilization of existing assembly facility; and assembly and manufacture of new, quality motor vehicles. Approved participants receive incentives such as special incentives
4. DTI reiterates: Cash and card prices should be the same
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is reminding both the public and retailers that the charge for items being sold should correspond to what is on its price tag, regardless of payment mode. DTI Department Administrative Order No. 10, Series of 2006 (DAO No. 10, S2006) echoes the Rules on Price Tags/Labels forbidding the imposition of any additional charges to purchases made with credit/ automated teller machine (ATM)/ debit cards. Retailers are not allowed to exact a different price on those paying with credit/ATM/debit cards as opposed to those paying in cash.
5. New standards for 8 fruits and veggies out
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he Department of Trade and Industry-Bureau of Product Standards (DTI-BPS) has announced the new Philippine National Standards (PNS) for eight fresh fruits and vegetables. The new standards are for avocado, dragon fruit or pitahayas, marang, soursop or guyabano, sugar apple or atis, breadfruit or kamansi,
Members of the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA) • • • • •
Honda Philippines, Inc. Kawasaki Motors (Phils.) Corporation Suzuki Philippines, Inc. Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. Kymco Philippines, Inc.
Additionally, retailers shall not require the cardholders to pay a surcharge, extra charge, or additional charge over and above the price tag on the consumer goods and services. With regards to discounts for cash transactions, the DTI said it should be under an in-store promotion following the rules on Sales Promotion Permit with a visible and readable notice to inform consumers. Violators shall be subject to a fine of at least P200.00 up to P5,000.00 and/or imprisonment from one month up to six months on the first offense. Subsequent violations would entail business permit and license revocation.
turmeric or luyang dilaw, and sweet cassava or kamoteng kahoy. Developed by the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Product Standards (DA-BAFPS), the new standards correspond with the recent technological developments in the industry and to homogenize with the Association of Southeast Asian
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Nations (ASEAN) Standards and Codex requirements on heavy metals, pesticide residues, and hygiene. DTI-BPS has adopted the developed standards into PNS that lists the minimum requirements, classification, tolerances, sampling, packaging, and marking and labelling of the fruits and vegetables for trade.
vegetables, and root crops to be delivered fresh to consumers after preparation and packaging, but exclude those that are for industrial processing. The announced PNS may be viewed at www.bps.dti.gov.ph while a comprehensive list of the standards may be viewed at the BPS-Library or a copy may be purchased by contacting the BPS Standards Data Centre at 751.4736.
The standards cover commercial varieties of the included fruits,
6. Deal only with accredited freight forwarders
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) strongly advised the public to deal only with freight forwarders accredited by the Philippine Shippers’ Bureau (PSB). “They also observe a code of ethics in doing business, and have an insurance coverage in case of accidents and non-delivery,” said DTI Undersecretary for Consumer Welfare and Business Regulation Group (CWBRG) Zenaida Cuison Maglaya. The alert came after the DTI-PSB received 153 complaints of undelivered packages, particularly balikbayan boxes, last year. Of these, 60 have already been delivered or picked up by the consignees with the help of DTI-PSB, eight have been dropped by the complainants themselves, 41 were directed to regular courts, and four were elevated for arbitration. The remaining cases have been deferred for need of additional information from the complainants. The most common reason for the non-delivery of balikbayan boxes is the failure of foreign consolidators or principal freight forwarders from remitting necessary funds from their collected charges to their accredited Philippine agents
or local sea freight forwarders so the packages may be released and delivered from the Bureau of Customs (BOC). Records from DTI-PSB show that cases of undelivered balikbayan boxes usually involve freight forwarding companies not accredited by the PSB. “DTI-PSB, as mandated by law to promote and protect the interest of the shipping public, helps to professionalize the freight forwarding industry by granting accreditation based on certain criteria to weed out those companies that are not yet ready and qualified to engage in the business,” PSB Director-inCharge Atty. Victorio Mario A. Dimagiba said. A total of 632 freight forwarding companies have been accredited by the PSB as of March 31 this year. These include 422 Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), 590 International Freight Forwarders (IFF), and 157 Domestic Freight Forwarders (DFF). Complaints of non-delivery, loss, or pilferage of balikbayan boxes are encouraged to be reported to DTIPSB through dti_psb@yahoo.com.ph or DTI Direct 751.3330.
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Features DTI, DSWD pool resources to alleviate poverty in Region 12
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Central Mindanao has partnered with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to make beneficiaries of the government's poverty alleviation become more productive. “Let’s teach them how to start their own business,” DTI-12 Regional Director Ibrahim K. Guiamadel said of the beneficiaries of Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) being implemented by the DSWD.
region are optimistic on DSWD’s call for synchronization of efforts that will focus on developing micro enterprises managed by Pantawid Pamilya entrepreneurs. He said the DTI will share ideas on product packaging, labeling, and processes involved in availing a Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) certification for food products. DSWD-12 Regional Director Gemma N. Rivera lauded the efforts of DTI and vowed to extend full support.
Guiamadel said his regional office and the four provincial offices in the
ASEAN Watch 1. 22nd ASEAN Summit ends
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he Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) expressed satisfaction at the progress towards setting up an ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) by the end of 2015 during the recently concluded 22nd ASEAN Summit in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. ASEAN’s official statement said 77.57% of the AEC Blueprint had been implemented to date. The leaders agreed to enhance ASEAN's competitiveness by facilitating trade and investment, leveraging upon on-going work to establish the AEC.
2. Domingo eyes Asian investors for auto sector
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Gregory L Domingo said ASEAN had already achieved about three quarters of its targets relating to the goal of a single-market since it began the process in 2007. Domingo, however, said many challenges were ahead, including a framework to open up the services sector within ASEAN, which includes banking, insurance, telecommunications, and retail. “On trade, agriculture was among the most difficult sectors to fully liberalize,” he said.
They also recommended rolling out a roadmap of initiatives to simplify ways of doing business and addressing investment impediments in the region.
President Benigno S. Aquino III met Viet Nam Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung where the latter praised the development of bilateral ties between the two countries.
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Domingo said the main target were Chinese investors.
he government is encouraging companies from richer Asian neighbors to invest in local facilities and bridge gaps in the Philippines’ auto manufacturing supply chain. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Gregory L.
“What we are looking for is to fill up the supply chain,” Domingo said. His statements came following a recent visit by a delegation from the China Council for the Promotion
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of International Trade (CCPIT), which is looking at investment opportunities in the country. “Our interest is to find auto parts suppliers for gaps. We need plastic moldings, steel tools, dies. We can get that from anywhere, but China, being a big manufacturer, would be a natural place to look,” he said.
3. FTA facilitates entry of local products to China
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced that local biscuit manufacturers now have access to the Chinese market following the forging of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA), the largest FTA in terms of population and third largest in terms of nominal gross national product (GNP). “The FTA opened the doors to China. Now, we are more confident of entering the country which is a big market. Before, the duties were high; but now, it's zero. We're just coming in but URC, Croley Foods, Rebisco are already in China. It will make them more competitive," said former Biscuit Philippines Cluster Head Ferdie Chanpongco. Data from the DTI’s Bureau of Export and Trade Promotion (BETP) showed that some USD 948.83 worth of biscuits, waffles, and wafers were exported to China in 2011, up 316% from USD 228.17 recorded in 2010.
"The market opportunities in China are enormous not only for the biscuit sector. We are urging our local exporters to tap China because it is now one of the world's biggest economies," BETP Director Senen M. Perlada said.
To attract investors, the government is preparing a ‘road map’ for the auto industry that would enumerate perks for manufacturers and other incentives that aim to create more jobs. Domingo said the country also wants to attract investors from Japan and South Korea, which both have large auto manufacturing sectors.
STATWATCH USD 120B PHL’s exports target by 2016
USD 89B PHL’s exports target in 2013
USD 30M
Sales generated by local food firms in FOODEX Japan 2013
USD 948,832 Value of PHL’s exported biscuits, waffles, and wafers to China in 2011
632 Freight forwarders accredited by Philippine Shippers’ Bureau
153 Complaints filed with the PSB on undelivered packages in 2012
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New Philippine National Standards (PNS) for fruits and vegetables
6.6% PHL’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in 2012
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DTI Direct* Call Center Report SUMMARY OF CALLS Month-on-month CALL TYPE
April’12 May’12 June’12 July’12 Aug’12 Sept’12 Oct’12 Nov’12 Dec’12 Jan’ 13 Feb’ 13 Mar’13 April’ 13
Business Name
2,182
2514 2,243
1,889
1,606
1,419
1,493
1,515
761
1,877 1,821
1,565
1,607
2,017 1,028
820
825
670
895
990
2,629
2,128
2,235
1,917
1,496
2,370
Exports
7
4
5
12
3
4
2
3
4
8
2
7
4
Investments
6
3
0
2
2
1
3
1
0
1
1
0
1
MSMEs
19
18
8
14
13
30
29
19
9
19
44
21
17
Others
878
1,080 1,023
920
858
891
1,050
529
438
504
839
847
787
TOTAL
3,762
4,514 4,269
5,466
4,610
4,580
4,494
3,027
3,582
4,426 3,735
3,260
3,241
Consumer Welfare
CUMULATIVE CALL TYPE
Cumulative Total
% vs. Total
April 2013
March 2013
% Increase/ Decrease
Business Name
6,870
46.85
1,607
1,565
2.68
Consumer Welfare
4,690
31.99
825
820
0.61
21
0.14
4
7
(42.86)
3
0.02
1
0
NA
101
0.69
17
21
(19.05)
Others
2,977
20.31
787
847
(7.08)
TOTAL
14,662
100.00
3,241
3,260
Exports Investments MSMEs
CALL RESOLUTION STATUS Total 2013
Resolved 11,645 (100%)
Referred 16 ( 0%)
*The DTI Direct Call Center (Tel. No.: 751.3330) was established in November 2006 as part of the Department’s thrust to improve and simplify the delivery of its frontline services.
For the Month of April 2013
Resolved 3,239 (100%)
Referred 2 ( 0%)
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(A synopsis of selected book acquisitions at the DTI-TIIC library)
Author : Lancaster, Adelaide/ Abrams, Amy Publisher : Penguin Group Call Number : 06.07.10/LAN/2012 This book empowers entrepreneurs to take charge of their businesses in a way that will help them succeed on their own terms. Drawing on the true stories of 100 entrepreneurs, the authors map out principles that really matter when entrepreneurs work on their own. This serves as a smart, accessible guide about how entrepreneurs can shape their work lives to build a sense of control, success, purpose and happiness, truly a must-read for entrepreneurs who want to grow their companies to the next level wisely and purposely.
Legend: BWD - Business World MAB - Manila Bulletin MAL - Malaya MST - Manila Standard Today TPS - The Philippine Star Yah - Yahoo.com GMA News
Title : Getting Organized in the Google Era: How to Stay Efficient, Productive (and Sane)
Title : The Big Enough Company: How Women Can Build Great Businesses and Happier Lives
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in an Information-Saturated World Author : Merrill, Douglas C/ Martin, James A Publisher : Crown Business Call Number : 05/MER/2011 This book offers a wealth of tips and strategies on how to become more organized, efficient, and successful than ever in the Internet era. From how to harness the amazing power of search, to how to get the most out of cloud computing, to techniques for filtering through the enormous avalanche of information, to tips for minimizing distractions and better integrating work and life, this material offers practical, invaluable, and often counterintuitive information to be more organized and productive in the 21st century.
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