by Ferry Bayu | Dec 27, 2023 | Business
BUTLER, a leader in hospitality, real estate, and asset services, is proud to announce its recent achievement of the prestigious COJTC Champion status.
BUTLER, a leader in hospitality, real estate, and asset services, is proud to announce its recent achievement of the prestigious COJTC Champion status. This accolade is a testament to our dedication to excellence in On-The-Job Training (OJT).
The COJTC, or Certified On-the-Job Training Centre, is a program accredited by the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in Singapore. It’s designed to institutionalize a structured OJT system, improving the quality of OJT practices in participating organizations. This scheme has been instrumental in training an average of 35,000 workers annually, uplifting the skill level of the workforce since its inception.
BUTLER’s achievement in this area highlights our commitment to developing a skilled workforce in-house, ensuring our employees are not only adept at their current roles but also prepared for the evolving demands of the industry. The COJTC status reflects our high skill level and dedication to the career development of both new and existing employees. We strive to provide continuous training in specific skillsets, and those who successfully complete their OJT are awarded certificates carrying the hallmark of good OJT practices.
This recognition was celebrated at the recent Joint Certificate Award Ceremony, held in partnership with ITE. We were honored to award certificates to several of our team members, acknowledging their exceptional dedication and mastery through our rigorous training programs.
Our journey towards this accolade underscores BUTLER’s dedication to nurturing and enhancing the skills and knowledge of our workforce. This COJTC Champion status is a clear indicator of our position as an industry leader in learning and development. More importantly, it highlights our commitment to providing top-tier OJT, fostering both professional growth and personal development among our team members.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Institute of Technical Education for their invaluable collaboration and support. This partnership has been instrumental in bridging the gap between industry requirements and educational excellence, paving new pathways for success.
Our heartfelt appreciation also goes out to every member of the BUTLER team. Your passion, professionalism, and embrace of our training initiatives have been pivotal in this achievement. This honor is as much yours as it is BUTLER’s, showcasing the immense talent and dedication within our organization.
Looking ahead, BUTLER remains steadfast in our commitment to delivering the world’s finest services in hospitality, real estate, and asset management. With our COJTC accreditation and OJT Champion status, we are more equipped than ever to raise the bar in our industries, continually setting new standards of excellence in training, service, and customer experience.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Dec 23, 2023 | Business
As the festive season unfolds, Rizal Park Hotel warmly invites guests to embrace the spirit of celebration with a range of offerings, from delectable dining experiences to enticing room packages designed to give joy and create lasting memories.
Amidst the festive ambiance, families can bask in the warmth of togetherness at the hotel’s Festive Christmas Buffet. The Christmas lunch feast on December 24 and 25, priced at ₱1799, features a special appearance of the Gingerbread Man and Elves, adding a touch of enchantment.
Families can also engage in a family-friendly gingerbread cookie decorating activity. On New Year’s Day, Rizal Park Hotel unveils Brunch Buffet at ₱2000 between 11 AM and 3 PM—an enchanting way to celebrate 2024.
Rizal Park Hotel Holiday Offerings Takeout Specials
For those preferring a feast at home, Rizal Park Hotel introduces its new Takeout Specials. Indulge in baby back ribs with sides of coleslaw, corn muffin, and baked beans for ₱2200.
Other offerings include Peking Duck (₱4,388 ++), Suckling Pig (₱12,800 ++), Ensaymada specials with exclusive flavors of Ube and Cheese (₱170), Kesong Puti and Itlog na Maalat (₱190), and Cream Cheese (₱170), and Liver Pate (₱350) with Baguette Crisps (₱120).
Rizal Park Hotel Room Packages
Guests seeking an extended celebration can opt for the Christmas Family Room Package, valid until December 31, 2023, offering an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, breakfast buffet for four at Café Rizal, and a dinner buffet for four at Café Rizal—all for ₱15,000.
As the year transitions, the New Year’s Eve Room Package, from December 31, 2023, to January 01, 2024, presents an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, two tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party at The Deck, and a New Year’s Brunch buffet for two, priced at ₱18,000.
New Year at the Deck
Ring in the New Year at The Deck with the New Year’s Countdown event from 9 PM to 1 AM. Options include Upper Deck at ₱2,500 and Lower Deck at ₱2,000, both offering access to the party and countdown, one drink, party favors, sparklers, a raffle entry, and a delectable Media Noche buffet.
Children can also revel in their own celebration at ₱2,000 with their own entertainment at the kids’ corner. For tickets, call or message on Viber at 09276687839.
Celebrate this holiday season in style with Rizal Park Hotel. For buffet reservations and takeout specials, call 09177113926. For room inquiries and reservations, call 09176571334.
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by Ferry Bayu | Dec 22, 2023 | Business
MAKATI CITY, PHILIPPINES – Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has ushered in a new era of holiday celebrations by introducing its newest annual Christmas tradition – the “Isang Sulyap ng Pasasalamat” RCBC Plaza LED Wall Christmas Display, at its corporate headquarters in Ayala Avenue, Makati City.
RCBC is showcasing a digital Christmas display which will run from December 20, 2023 to January 4, 2024, evoking the spirit of globally renowned holiday events such as the Times Square and the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting in New York City, as well as local icons like the Christmas on Display (COD) in Cubao, Quezon City which was last open to the public in 2022, and Greenhills in San Juan City last exhibited in 2017. The landmark event is also poised to become an annual tradition, shining the spotlight on RCBC Plaza as a premium and iconic business address in the Makati Central Business District, long revered as the nucleus of the country’s economic activities.
The grand spectacle features a showcase of lights and sounds, highlighting the RCBC brand and Filipino traditions during the Yuletide season. It also introduces RCBC’s newest #GoForMore tagline, inspired by the bank’s relentless pursuit of progress through its innovative digital services, solutions, and products.
“RCBC is not just illuminating the Makati Central Business District, but radiating the brightest light to all our clients, partners, and every Filipino who has played a significant role in our journey,” said RCBC President CEO Eugene Acevedo.
“Isang Sulyap ng Pasasalamat” is a message of hope, resilience, and thanksgiving, celebrating the indomitable Filipino spirit that prevails even in the face of adversity,” said RCBC Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer Lito Villanueva.
The event was also an opportune time for the bank to celebrate its ascent as the fastest-growing, most-awarded, and leading digital challenger bank in the country in recent years. Among the milestones that the bank commemorated is Japanese megabank Sumitomo Banking Corporation’s (SMBC) investment of 20% equity in the bank, bringing in approximately USD 487.14 million capital that fueled RCBC to expand its products and services and deepen its presence all over the country.
RCBC also spotlighted its victories as AsiaMoney’s Best Bank for Digital for four consecutive years, the Bankers Institute of the Philippines’ (BAIPHIL) Grand Champion for Digital Payments and Financial Inclusion, and Number One in the Philippine Best Customer Service 2023 survey by the Philippine Daily Inquirer and global research firm Statista, to name just a few of the awards it garnered this year.
Beyond accolades, RCBC took a monumental move for being the first Philippine bank to take a resolute stance against coal, emerging as a trailblazer in green financing and sustainable finance practices in the country.
RCBC seeks to sustain its growth momentum and explore new areas of growth for 2024. The bank emerged as the fastest growing bank in the country after it leaped from eighth position in 2018 to fifth in 2022 in the list of the Philippines’ largest privately owned banks in terms of assets.
by Ferry Bayu | Dec 19, 2023 | Business
AwanBiru Technology Berhad (Awantec) has won the
SME100 Awards 2023 in the ‘Sustainable Brands Awards’ category for the second time since
2021.
CYBERJAYA, 19 DECEMBER 2023 – AwanBiru Technology Berhad (Awantec) has won the
SME100 Awards 2023 in the ‘Sustainable Brands Awards’ category for the second time since
2021.
Awantec’s Chief Executive Officer, En. Azlan Zainal Abidin, stated that this recognition
reinforces Awantec’s position as Malaysia’s trusted partner in technology and talent
solutions. The award serves as a significant testament to its ability to effectively address
customers’ needs and requirements for trusted and reliable products and services in this fastevolving industry.
“We have begun to establish a robust and sustainable supply chain through strategic
partnerships with distinguished industry leaders such as Google, HRD Corp., and Skillsoft, to
collectively reduce environmental and social impact. “The award recognises the strength of
Awantec, which has infused sustainability practices into every aspect of our business,” he said in a statement.
The win is a strong testament to Awantec’s improving performance, as the company recently
recorded its second consecutive quarterly profit in Q1 Financial Year 2024. The positive
financial outcome was driven by growth in both the Technology and Talent segments,
powered by strong partnerships with various industry leaders such as the Human Resource
Department Corporation (HRDC), Skillsoft, and Google. These strong alliances were forged by
Awantec as part of its Cloud transformation plan established in 2021.
The SME100 Award ceremony is held annually, and winners are selected entirely by the
SME100 Committee through a physical audit and interview based on programmes and business plans from an ESG angle.
by Ferry Bayu | Dec 18, 2023 | Business
[Kuala Lumpur, 18th Dec 2023] – In a landmark collaboration, Rentwise, a leading remanufacturer of IT equipment, and Arvato Systems, a global IT services company, unite to support The Lost Food Project. This partnership marks a significant stride in using repurposed technology to fuel social change, tackling food waste and hunger.
In a notable effort
blending corporate responsibility with technological innovation, Rentwise and
Arvato Systems have embarked on a mission to empower The Lost Food Project, a
non-profit organization dedicated to fighting food waste and hunger. This
synergy has led to the donation of over RM21,000 worth of remanufactured
laptops and desktop computers. These devices, rejuvenated to contemporary
standards, are set to revolutionize the operational capabilities of the NGO,
enhancing their efficiency in redistributing surplus food to the needy.
The Lost Food Project, known for its dedication to sustainability and community
support, stands to gain immensely from this strategic alliance. The initiative
provides the NGO with advanced tools in connectivity and communication,
courtesy of Arvato Systems’ retired laptops, which have been expertly remanufactured
by Rentwise. This technological uplift is crucial in their ongoing battle
against food scarcity and waste.
“We are excited to join forces with Arvato Systems in this meaningful
venture to bolster The Lost Food Project,” expressed Lanz, Commercial Director
at Rentwise. “Our contribution of remanufactured business computers is a step
towards enhancing the NGO’s operational effectiveness, aiding them in making a
more substantial impact in their fight against hunger and food wastage in
Malaysia.”
This collaborative effort underscores the commitment of Rentwise and Arvato
Systems to sustainable business practices and social responsibility. By
repurposing and donating IT equipment, the partnership not only sequesters an
estimated 10 tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere but also demonstrates the
influential role of technology in societal betterment.
The gesture is a shining example of how collaborative efforts between
corporations and non-profit organizations can instigate significant social
change, addressing key community challenges. Rentwise and Arvato Systems
continue to be dedicated to building partnerships that yield lasting, positive
effects on society.
by Ferry Bayu | Dec 18, 2023 | Business
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TAGUIG CITY, PHILIPPINES – The fastest growing and leading digital challenger bank Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) proudly announced its landmark initiative to extend its physical-digital or phygital barangayan banking services to the geographically isolated and disadvantaged area of Turtle Island, Tawi-Tawi, situated in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Regional Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) region. This is made possible through RCBC ATM Go, the Philippines’ first and largest network of grassroots-oriented and bank-agnostic mobile-point-of-system ATM service that covers 100% of the Philippines and has presence in all 82 provinces through its network of partner merchants.
Turtle Island is positioned at the southwestern tip of the Philippines and a brief 30-minute boat ride from Sabah, Malaysia. The 5th class municipality has historically faced challenges with its residents traveling to BARMM for banking needs, incurring costs and physical burdens. The introduction of RCBC ATM Go is the first actual deployment of a bank in the island municipality, providing digital financial services and addressing logistical and financial concerns.
RCBC ATM Go offers a suite of banking services from balance inquiry, withdrawal, intra-bank and inter-bank funds transfer, bills payments, e-loading, and opening of accounts. The digital solution will also streamline the distribution of benefits of the government’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), offering residents a more accessible and efficient platform for social amelioration withdrawals. Turtle Island currently has a population of 7,000 residents, with 3,000 beneficiaries under the 4Ps program.
RCBC Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer Lito Villanueva emphasized the bank’s intention to expand its services in every city and municipality in the country. He also expressed gratitude for Municipal Mayor Mohamad Faizal Jamalul’s all out support for RCBC Barangayan Banking, the institution’s award-winning financial inclusion campaign.
“We thank Mayor Jamalul for sharing our vision of making banking available to all. Through RCBC ATM Go, we can finally connect the people of Turtle Island to a growing network of disruptive and innovative digital solutions that can enhance their lives,” said Villanueva.
“Our purpose has always been to empower the least empowered and serve the most underserved. Our promise is to give all Filipinos the opportunity to enjoy life-enabling and opportunity-maximizing digital services,” Villanueva added.
RCBC’s investments in digital services have propelled it to become the fastest growing bank in the Philippines leapfrogging from 8th position in 2018 to 5th in 2022 in the list of the country’s largest privately-owned banks in terms of assets.
The bank’s digital innovations have earned it a four-peat Best Bank for Digital award by Asiamoney, the first Youtube ‘The Challenger’ award to be given to a bank, the Eye on Innovation Award by Gartner, and the topmost rank in the recent Philippine Best in Customer Service Survey by data gathering firm Statista and national broadsheet Philippine Daily Inquirer. Just recently, RCBC ATM Go was awarded Best Electronic Channel Program in the Bank Marketing Association of the Philippines (BMAP) Awards 2023.
Guests seeking an extended celebration can opt for the Christmas Family Room Package, valid until December 31, 2023, offering an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, breakfast buffet for four at Café Rizal, and a dinner buffet for four at Café Rizal—all for ₱15,000.
Ring in the New Year at The Deck with the New Year’s Countdown event from 9 PM to 1 AM. Options include Upper Deck at ₱2,500 and Lower Deck at ₱2,000, both offering access to the party and countdown, one drink, party favors, sparklers, a raffle entry, and a delectable Media Noche buffet.
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