by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
AirAsia Philippines, stakeholders, join hands vs. human trafficking
AirAsia Philippines’ PAA-TALK session – internal talk series shared and highlighted the best practices from BI, NBI, and MIAA in profiling, identifying, and handling possible victims of human trafficking. The World’s Best Low-Cost Airline deemed the topic necessary despite the fact that the Philippines remained as among the top countries recognized by the U.S. State Department for meeting its standard in eliminating human trafficking.
“AirAsia Philippines is one with the government in safeguarding our fellow Filipinos against human trafficking. There will be no room for complacency. To ensure the safety of our guests, we have 20,000 Allstars across ASEAN trained to identify signs of human trafficking during check-in procedures and onboard flights,” AirAsia Philippines Communications and Public Affairs Country Head First Officer Steve Dailisan said.
Data from the Bureau of Immigration revealed that 6,000 Filipinos were suspected to have fallen victim to human trafficking for the first two months of 2023 alone. Of the said figure, only 0.6% were offloaded while the rest continued with their journey ending in other ASEAN countries and the Middle East.
MIAA Assistant General Manager for Security and Emergency Services Manuel Gonzales said international airport terminals, NAIA Terminals 1 and 3 are the usual gateway used by human traffickers victimizing mostly women and children.
For this reason, Airport Police are being trained to implement thorough inspection and surveillance. “We know that handling fraudulent travel documents happens before the victim enters the airport and even inside the terminal. We will intensify our monitoring and policing to save more Filipinos against human trafficking,” he said.
Immigration Spokesperson Dana Sandoval commended AirAsia’s efforts to combat human trafficking,saying the face of human trafficking has changed throughout the years.
Sandoval added that the bureau has also stepped up in its efforts to save human trafficking victims.
“We value our airline partners’ work in screening victims posing as legit travelers. For this reason, we also seek the understanding of travelers, especially those undergoing stringent verification by our Immigration Officials (IO). They should present themselves and allow them to be processed by our IOs,” she said.
National Bureau of Investigation International Airport Investigation Division Acting Chief Jimmy De Leon stressed the important role of airline personnel as the first line of defense against human trafficking. He added that being proactive is the key in saving lives.
“Forty individuals were saved for the month of August alone. Imagine the number of lives we will save if the airlines and the Inter-Agency Task Force will strongly work together,” he stressed.
Meanwhile, AirAsia Philippines showed support for the new travel guidelines, requiring guests to present more travel documents.
“We fully support the government’s intensified drive against human trafficking and understand the wisdom of our partners in its implementation to create a safer travel landscape for all. In fact, we too are strengthening awareness and training measures among our Allstars (employees) as part of our robust efforts to prevent and clampdown on trafficking across air travel,” Dailisan said.
“AirAsia has always been dedicated to enabling safe, seamless, and accessible travel experiences together with our partners in government. As a key airline bridging connectivity across the Philippines, ASEAN, and beyond, AirAsia Philippines remains dedicated to continually engaging all our stakeholders as we collectively work towards improving the travel and tourism industry and serving the best interests of every Filipino”, he added.
Dailisan said “Preventing Human Trafficking” is AirAsia’s third PAA-TALK internal talk series which is also part of the airline’s Corporate Sustainability and Social Responsibility that also addresses the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Worried about losing or damaging your valuables on your next overseas trip? The KoverNow app has you covered!
Travel is added to popular mobile phone insurance app
A trip overseas can quickly turn from an
opportunity to a disaster, not only due to flight interruptions or medical
needs but if the traveller loses or damages their valuable belongings like a laptop,
camera or watch. To go overseas with peace of mind, travel insurance may not
provide sufficient cover for more valuable items due to its low limits. That´s
why KoverNow now offers a combination of both travel insurance and dedicated
items insurance in just one app.
KoverNow is well known for providing items
insurance to protect against theft, loss and damage. With the addition of the
travel insurance option, customers will not only be covered for incidents such
as flight delays, medical treatment or the loss of their passport, but if they
plan to travel with higher value items, such as luxury watches, jewellery or
designer handbags, they can simply use the item insurance module to purchase
cover. Because of the flexible policy term of 30 days for items cover, customers
do not need to commit to a long-term contract to get their valuables covered
for a single trip.
Purchasing travel and items insurance using
KoverNow is easy. After downloading the app, all the customer needs to do is to
click on the travel tab adding the travelling dates and destination. This takes
less than a minute and can be done just before leaving home.
Adding cover for valuables is also easy. After
the customer has added the valuables to the KoverNow vault, they need only switch
on coverage for the items they want to travel with, accept the quote and it´s
done. After the trip, the customer can either switch coverage for the items off,
or – if coverage is also needed at home because most home insurance policies carry
a cap for high value items – leave it as it is, and coverage will be automatically
renewed every 30 days. At renewal KoverNow checks if the value of the items has
changed. This ensures that the customer is never over- or underinsured.
Another distinctive feature of the KoverNow
app is its integrated Singpass capabilities. Once the customer’s personal
details have been securely ported from Singpass during sign-up, they do not
need to be re-entered, which reinforces data accuracy and enhances convenience.
Underwritten by renowned insurer, QBE
Singapore, the KoverNow travel and items insurance app provides peace of mind
to travellers, whatever their destination. And if they are travelling with
family, these family members can be included in the travel cover easily.
“We always intended to provide a variety of
insurance policy types through the easy-to-use KoverNow app, and this new
addition makes it ideal for travellers,” said Stephan Kaiser, CEO at KoverNow. “They
can even secure cover quickly in the app as they make their way to the airport
without the need for time-consuming paperwork or third parties being involved.
Why take the risk when securing travel insurance is so easy to get?”
Users who download or update the KoverNow app,
can learn more about the available insurance policies.
KoverNow is headquartered in Singapore, centred within its core markets in Asia Pacific. The company’s digitally enabled insurance platform dramatically improves the customer journey for purchasing and managing different types of personal insurance by streamlining processes and speeding up renewals, approvals and claims. The KoverNow platform can achieve these efficiency gains whilst providing transparency, speed and value to existing ecosystems, channel partners and policy holders. KoverNow’s insurance platform provides features and functionality that reflect changing consumer behaviours, such as greater control, flexibility and convenience in a truly mobile format. https://kovernow.com/
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Asiamoney affirms RCBC’s digital dominance with 4-Peat win
MANILA, Philippines – For a fourth consecutive year, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) was named once again the Philippines’ Best Bank for Digital Solutions by Asiamoney for 2023, solidifying its position as the undisputed digital banking trailblazer in the country.
RCBC is recognized for its roster of Innovations with Empathy, an array of digital solutions which champions massive digital transformation and supports the financial inclusion efforts of the government, all whilst cultivating a culture of customer service excellence.
“RCBC isn’t just building sustainable, impactful, and inclusive digital finance solutions, it is also working hard to expand digital access for every Filipino by positioning itself as a strong ally of government efforts to increase financial inclusion; catalyzing digital payment transformations; bringing financial services to unbanked and underserved communities; and reinvigorating innovation,” Asiamoney said in a statement.
“Anytime RCBC reports earnings these days, analysts immediately turn to its digital transaction growth. Indeed, its digital focus is a key reason why RCBC is one of the fastest-growing banks in the Philippines,” Asiamoney added.
Asiamoney hailed RCBC as The Best Bank for Digital Solutions in the Philippines for delivering digital financial services based on a contextual banking strategy that aims to understand the Philippine landscape. Through this, RCBC has effectively implemented pioneering, high-impact, human-centric and demand driven digital financial innovations through RCBC Digital, RCBC DiskarTech, RCBC ATMGo and RCBC Moneybela Barangayan Banking, successfully marked with speed and scale.
“We are delighted with the recognition, and it further inspires us to serve more of our countrymen with our innovative digital solutions. And with our intensified use of data science and artificial intelligence, we continue to be committed to make a difference in the lives of our customers,” RCBC President and CEO Eugene S. Acevedo said.
RCBC’s series of wins come from the success of RCBC Moneybela Barangayan Banking, the country’s first physical-digital or phygital blended banking service. Fusing the warmth of physical banking with the ease of digital, RCBC’s banking experience support agents delivered vital financial services to thousands of rural barangays nationwide. Through MoneyBela, RCBC was able to introduce RCBC DiskarTech to low-income, geographically-disadvantaged communities. This was regarded as the world’s first multi-lingual financial inclusion super app in the vernacular catering to the mass market. The Philippines’ mass market is comprised of approximately 98 percent of the socio-economic class in the country. Financial services such as savings, fund transfers, mobile loads, telemedicine, insurance, and loans are made accessible and convenient to the Filipino mass market.
RCBC also launched ATMGo, the country’s first grassroots-based, bank agnostic, and last mile automated teller machine. ATMGo utilizes mobile point-of-sale devices to dispense financial services in remote and disadvantaged communities at village hotspots like the public markets, sari-sari stores, and public transportation hubs. RCBC is the only private universal bank to have the most extensive reach covering all provinces in the Philippines even covering the entire Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, boasting over 1,400 terminals deployed at the end of 2022 and poised to grow to 10,000 units or a projected year-on-year growth of 614%.
ATM Go has been the Philippine government’s trusted digital payment disbursement partner even before and at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which continues until present for the withdrawals of social welfare benefits for Conditional Cash Transfer household recipients under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) of the national government. Close to 70% of its transactions are cash withdrawals of Pantawid CCT household beneficiaries done in rural areas. Even conflict-prone communities such as Lake Sebu in South Cotabato are able to enjoy convenient and real-time banking within the comforts of their community.
Through RCBC’s phygital services, it was able to boost bank onboarding in underserved areas by 210%. ATMGo has reached a total of 13,116 barangays or approximately 31% of the 42,000 total barangays nationwide, only six months since the program was launched last November 2022.
“We are incredibly grateful to be recognized once again by Asiamoney for our dedication towards scaling inclusive digital finance, and our determination to make digital banking more accessible and convenient for every Filipino, especially empowering our micro, small and medium enterprises,” said Lito Villanueva, RCBC Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer.
“Prestigious awards such as this validate our constant hard work and efforts in bringing banking to the people. This solidifies our unwavering commitment to providing innovative, socially-sensitive, and tailor-fit digital products and services that are not only cutting-edge, but most importantly, created with our clients’ needs in mind,” Villanueva added.
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic impacts of the global health crisis, RCBC emerged as one of the fastest growing banks in the Philippines after it leaped from its 8th position in 2018 to 5th position in 2022 in the list of the country’s biggest banks in terms of assets.
RCBC is one of the country’s fastest-growing banks, and the most awarded for its banking innovations. It is now the Philippines’ 5th largest privately-owned universal bank that breached the P1-Trillion asset mark by the end of June 2022 despite the COVID-19 pandemic. RCBC’s continuing digital and business transformation further enhanced its value and reach. With this, RCBC has become the most awarded bank in the Philippines. Among its global and local recognitions include a four-peat award as the Philippines’ Best Bank for Digital by Asiamoney, back-to-back wins for Best Financial Inclusion App by The Asian Banker’s Financial Technology Innovations Awards, and the YouTube challenger award for its viral and out-of-the-box digital ad campaigns generating combined views of over 17 million. Just recently, RCBC was also hailed as Grand Champion for Digital Payments and Financial Inclusion by the Bankers Institute of the Philippines.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Jollibee Group, San Miguel Foods in long-term cooperation to nourish Filipinos with delicious quality food
For 45 years, home-grown Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) strived to only work with reputable suppliers that share the same passion for food quality, food safety, and go beyond these to extend themselves towards driving sustainable operations.
It is no surprise then that San Miguel Foods Incorporated (SMFI) has been a partner to JFC across decades with SMFI supplying fresh, quality poultry products for Jollibee Chickenjoy, and providing other products such as pizza toppings, hams, bacon, butter, cheese and flour for the different restaurant brands of JFC .
As Filipino-owned companies deeply rooted in the value of malasakit or concern for others, both SMFI and JFC work hard every day to nourish and nurture Filipinos by providing food that is fresh, delicious, safe, high in quality, and offer value for money. Both companies are proud in being Filipino-born companies competing in the global arena, being professionally managed, customer-centered, strategic and yet, flexible.
Beyond common values, the longstanding cooperation of JFC and SMFI is attributable to strategically aligned goals further strengthened by mutual respect, transparency of business directions and challenges, and commitment to find solutions to address ever-changing consumer demands.
Sustainability
Both JFC and SMFI’s commitment towards improving its impact towards society and environment has been manifested in each company’s sustainability architecture. For Jollibee Group, it has made significant strides over its 45-year history in various community and energy saving projects, and is now consolidating all its sustainability efforts into “Joy for Tomorrow,” the company’s Global Sustainability Agenda.
The “Joy for Tomorrow” centers on three pillars—food, people, and the planet. This is a more cohesive framework that unites the Jollibee Group community, including employees, business partners, suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders, toward a set of shared sustainability goals.
On SMFI’s end, its sustainability agenda focuses on four overarching goals which are to establish a circular economy approach by 2040, to achieve Net Zero by 2050, to uplift the lives of at least 15 million people by 2030 and have a fully sustainable and ethical supply chain by 2040.
To achieve these targets, it has implemented key initiatives that help reduce its impact on the environment and improve the quality of life of Filipinos. These include repurposing some by-products from its production as raw materials for feeds, installing rainwater harvest systems in its facilities to conserve water, and tapping renewable energy sources such as solar energy and biomass.
Outlook
As the two companies further extend its collaboration, both remain focused on being customer-centric, from the area of product innovations to market reach expansion.
SMFI lauds JFC for prioritizing listening to its consumers and knowing them well, enabling it to develop the most innovative products that directly meet the customer’s wants and needs. Hence, it sees JFC not only retaining its market leadership in the Philippines but also continuing its successful expansion to other parts of the world.
JFC recognizes the depth and breadth of SMFI’s initiatives to instill high standards of quality in its food offerings and new product development and to deliver these with minimal impact to the planet while maximizing its positive effect to communities. It applauds SMFI for exhibiting characteristics of a world-class food producer and counts on it as one of its top suppliers that helps the Jollibee Group fulfill its mission to serve great tasting food that brings joy to everyone.
by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Kyndryl and Twimbit reveal APAC banks’ remarkable progress in purpose-driven growth, achieving an impressive 9% aggregate revenue growth
The Bank of Tomorrow 2023 report, produced in collaboration with Kyndryl, aims to uncover the journey of the top 44 banks across the Asia Pacific region. Here, we meticulously assess the growth drivers that have propelled their success, benchmarking them based on five foundational pillars. Moreover, this report offers a strategic view, highlighting how top APAC banks can triumph in the market by capitalising on purpose-driven growth opportunities.
Within the top 44 banks across the region, fee-based income accounts for an average of 13.66% of revenues
SINGAPORE — Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, today announced the launch of the Bank of Tomorrow 2023 report in collaboration with research and advisory firm Twimbit. The report offers a thorough assessment of Asia Pacific (APAC) banks and outlines the projected 2023 outlook, tracking their advancements across five purpose pillars — Shareholders, Employees, Partners and Suppliers, ESG, and Customers.
Centred around Twimbit’s Purpose Index, which helps APAC’s leading banking and financial institutions migrate to the future desired state of being purpose-driven organisations, a couple of key trends emerged. Among the 44 top banks in APAC, a remarkable 16 new entrants were found to be making significant strides in both purpose-driven initiatives and growth. Additionally, spanning four purpose pillars — Customer experience, employee experience, supplier satisfaction, and ESG impact — DBS Bank retained its leading position. The bank not only commands the highest purpose score but also boasts above-average profitability. In close pursuit, Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) secured the second-highest purpose score while maintaining a commendable level of profitability.
Chinese banks remained the most prominent, with the highest revenue size and above-average profitability whilst banks in India were seen to enjoy higher growth rates than many of their peers in other countries. Highlighted in Exhibit 1 are some of the key highlights.
Exhibit 1: A benchmark of the 44 banks according to the Twimbit Purpose Index
Source: Twimbit
“These insights are poised to exert substantial influence on the strategies of businesses and financial institutions, shaping their trajectory towards innovation and expansion. In the case of SCB’s strong performance, credit is largely attributed to their proactive endeavours in bolstering fee-based incomes,” said Manoj Menon, CEO at Twimbit. “We believe fee-based income will become a key growth driver for banks, enabling the generation of alternative revenue streams to drive profitability.”
Exhibit 2: Top 4 Banks to champion fee-based income via digital channels
Source: Twimbit
The importance of fee-based income in driving revenues
In APAC, banks allocated an average of 2.96 percent of their revenues toward information and communications technology (ICT) while the recommended benchmark should hover around 10 percent of revenues.
An example of such divergence is the Bank of Philippine Islands (BPI), which recently announced a significant 50 percent surge in IT spending, propelling its status as a digital frontrunner. Additionally, the National Australia Bank (NAB) stands out as a paragon, showcasing a growth of 16 percent in ICT spending year-on-year.
This increase in investment will drive digital transformation and boost fee-based income growth. Currently, fee-based income is at an average of 14 percent contribution to total revenues, with expectations that the four leading banks will increase their total contribution to 35 percent of revenues by 2030.
“Kyndryl is dedicated to designing, building, managing, and modernising the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on everyday. We are proud to unveil the Bank of Tomorrow report in partnership with Twimbit, which will significantly impact how businesses and financial institutions will drive innovation and growth moving forward. This industry-wide initiative is aimed to drive invisible banking, achieve a ‘Carbon Neutral 2030’, champion sustainability and promote employee well-being.,” said Susan Follis, Managing Director of ASEAN at Kyndryl.
A purpose-driven future pressures banks to reassess their growth journeys
The report also highlighted that the increasing emphasis on adopting digital-first strategies has gained substantial traction, especially in the advancement of the four purpose pillars. This surge in digital channels has marked a transformative shift within the banking sector.
Prominent aspects include DBS’s sustained leadership in CX banking, evident through the accomplishments of DBS Rapid, DBS BetterWorld, and DBS PayLah. SCB’s efforts to harness state-of-the-art technology to propel sustainable financial practices and ESG initiatives, as demonstrated through applications and initiatives like Robinhood and SCB SME Academy. National Australia Bank’s (NAB) digitalised supply chain supporting invoice automation and online catalogues and BPI scoring 90 percent on employee engagement for implementing comprehensive training programs that significantly enhance EX.
“The financial world is undergoing a tectonic shift fuelled by fintech innovation, new technologies, volatile markets, digital finance, and rising cyber threats. In this transformative era, banks must be empowered to navigate change and unlock the true potential of data and AI to improve products and services for their customers. Kyndryl stands at the forefront of this change and is ready to steer businesses towards data-driven innovation and customer-centricity for banking success,” said Susan Follis.
Read the full report “The Bank of Tomorrow 2023: A Benchmark of the leading banks in APAC” for more information.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Health and Wellness
Shaping a Brighter Tomorrow: Igniting Conversations on Teen Self-Harm Prevention
Amidst rapid change and increasing pressures, the World Health Organization’s studies have spotlighted the pressing concern of youth mental health. With suicide ranking among top causes of death for those aged 15 to 29, LearnX responds with a vital webinar titled “Empowering Inclusive Learning: Preventing Teenage Self-Harm and Building Resilience.” Scheduled for September 6th 5.30pm SGT, this event features an array of experts, including Dr. Daniel Fung, Dr. Chintan Vaishnav, Ms. Deepali Upadhyay, Mr. Amit Lodha, Mr. Anil Kumar, Mr. Manju Balasubramanyam, and Mr. Chandrakant Singh. The webinar aims to drive understanding and actionable solutions, equipping educators and parents to guide young minds toward emotional strength. Register for free at https://learn-onthego.com/sept-webinar-asia to contribute to the dialogue on teenage mental health and foster a resilient future.
Fostering Resilience: Empowering Youth Mental Health
In a world characterised by rapid change and increasing pressures, the mental health and wellbeing of our youth have emerged as paramount concerns. Recent studies by the World Health Organization, suicide is one of the top leading causes of death among individuals aged 15 to 29 years. These figures serve as a stark reminder that fostering resilience and addressing mental health challenges among teenagers is not just an option, it’s an imperative.
A Far-reaching Impact
The World Health Organization further emphasizes that suicides and suicide attempts have far-reaching impacts on families, friends, colleagues, communities, and societies. Suicides can be prevented, and significant efforts can be made at individual, community, and national levels to address this issue.
A Proactive Approach by LearnX
Recognising the urgency of this matter, LearnX is taking a proactive stance by orchestrating a thought-provoking webinar for the community entirely free, titled “Empowering Inclusive Learning: Preventing Teenage Self-Harm and Building Resilience” Scheduled for 6th September 2023, at 5.30 pm SGT, this event brings together a consortium of distinguished experts and educators to unravel the complexities surrounding teenage mental health.
An Expert Line-up
The webinar’s significance reverberates beyond its mere scheduling. By delving into the crux of teenage mental health issues, it aims to create a platform for dialogue, understanding, and actionable solutions. The featured panellists, a confluence of renowned figures reflects the breadth of this challenge:
Dr. Daniel Fung, CEO of Institute of Mental Health (IMH) Singapore
Dr.Chintan Vaishnav, Mission Director of AIM, NITI Aayog
Ms. Deepali Upadhyay, Program Director of AIM, NITI Aayog
Mr. Amit Lodha, Inspector General, Indian Police Service
Mr. Anil Kumar, Principal of DPS Faridabad
Mr. Manju Balasubramanyam, Principal of DPS Bangalore North
Mr. Chandrakant Singh, Managing Director of LearnX
This esteemed panel will dissect the multifaceted issues affecting our youth, from the pressure of academics to the emotional turmoil amplified by societal dynamics. The focus is on more than just identifying the problems; it’s about channelling collective insights towards actionable strategies. The goal is to equip educators, parents, and stakeholders with the necessary tools to guide young minds towards emotional strength and resilience.
Paving the Path Towards Mental Wellness
Amidst the bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the internal struggles teenagers may grapple with. This webinar serves as a call to acknowledge these struggles and collectively pave the path towards mental wellness. It’s an opportunity to join a chorus of voices that advocate for a future where the youth are nurtured, fortified, and resilient.
Register and Join the Conversation
To participate in this vital conversation and to contribute to the ongoing dialogue on teenage mental health, register for the webinar for free by visiting https://learn-onthego.com/sept-webinar-asia.
Let us unite in our mission to safeguard the emotional wellbeing of our youth, and in turn, forge a brighter, more resilient future.
For more information, contact:
William Chua
Communications Manager, LearnX
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LearnX, established in 2020, emerged as a visionary response to the evolving educational landscape. LearnX began its journey to transform education by focusing on holistic growth and mental well-being of adolescents. Collaborating with esteemed institutions like AIM, NITI Aayog, and Institute of Mental Health Singapore, LearnX embarked on a mission to empower educators, bridging the gap between academic excellence and mental wellness. Fueled by a passion for transformative education, LearnX has quickly become a beacon for educators aspiring to shape the champions of tomorrow.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 31, 2023 | Health and Wellness
Shattering Silence: Defending Teen Dreams Against Self Harm and Suicide
Amidst the celebration of academic excellence, the hidden struggles of youth remain obscured. Most mental disorders develop during childhood and adolescence, impacting lives significantly before age 25, demanding a comprehensive response. LearnX’s webinar, “Empowering Inclusive Learning: Preventing Teenage Self-Harm and Building Resilience,” scheduled for September 6th 2023, 5.30pm MYT, gathers experts like Dr. Daniel Fung to discuss teenage mental health complexities. This endeavor acknowledges the challenges teens face amid academic expectations and societal pressures, highlighting the need for collaboration among educators, parents, and policymakers. Register now at https://learn-onthego.com/sept-webinar-asia to join this transformative conversation shaping a brighter future for our youth.
Unseen Struggles Amidst Celebrated Excellence
In an age where academic excellence is often celebrated, the silent struggles of our youth remain obscured. Beneath the veneer of achievements, many teenagers grapple with the pressures of an increasingly complex world. A staggering reality reveals itself, most mental disorders develop during childhood and adolescence, impacting lives significantly before age 25, according to the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IAPCAPAP). A quarter of young people’s years are affected by mental and substance use disorders.
Empowering Inclusive Learning
“Empowering Inclusive Learning: Preventing Teenage Self-Harm and Building Resilience” – a webinar by LearnX is set to illuminate this pressing issue. Scheduled for 6th September 2023 at 5.30 pm MYT, the event assembles a distinguished panel of experts to discuss and dissect the complexities of teenage mental health.
Leading the Discussion: Dr. Daniel Fung, CEO of IMH Singapore and Notable Experts
At the forefront of this panel is Dr. Daniel Fung, the CEO of Institute of Mental Health Singapore, renowned for his work in mental health advocacy. Alongside him are the Managing Director of LearnX, Chandrakant Singh, Principals of DPS Faridabad and DPS Bangalore North, Sangeeta, an experienced educator, and Anurag Tripathi, the Secretary of CBSE. Collectively, they encompass a spectrum of insights, a necessary blend of medical, educational, and administrative perspectives.
Teenagers today navigate a landscape laden with academic expectations, societal pressures, and a digital realm that exacerbates the challenges of self-identity. Behind their façades, they bear emotional burdens that often go unnoticed. This webinar seeks to amplify their voices, to engage in a candid conversation about the struggles they face, and to collectively explore ways to empower them.
Creating an Environment of Well-being for Youth
While statistics highlight the gravity of the issue, it’s crucial to remember that each figure represents a life, a story, and a potential. Empowering our youth to build resilience is not a solitary task, it’s a collaborative mission that involves educators, parents, policymakers, and society at large. By acknowledging the challenges, we pave the way for open discussions and meaningful interventions.
“Empowering Inclusive Learning: Preventing Teenage Suicide and Building Resilience” is more than just a webinar; it’s a call to action. It’s an initiative that encourages dialogue, fosters understanding, and initiates change. As we collectively strive to create an environment that nurtures the emotional wellbeing of our youth, this webinar serves as a vital stepping stone.
To be a part of this transformative conversation and to contribute to the ongoing efforts to improve the mental health landscape for our teenagers, register for the webinar for free by visiting https://learn-onthego.com/sept-webinar-asia. It’s an opportunity to learn, share, and unite for a cause that holds the potential to shape young lives positively.
For more information, contact:
William Chua
Communications Manager, LearnX
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LearnX, established in 2020, emerged as a visionary response to the evolving educational landscape. LearnX began its journey to transform education by focusing on holistic growth and mental well-being of adolescents. Collaborating with esteemed institutions like AIM, NITI Aayog, and Institute of Mental Health Singapore, LearnX embarked on a mission to empower educators, bridging the gap between academic excellence and mental wellness. Fueled by a passion for transformative education, LearnX has quickly become a beacon for educators aspiring to shape the champions of tomorrow.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 30, 2023 | Business
Cebu Pacific in talks with Boeing for 737 fleet
MANILA -Budget carrier Cebu Pacific— the Philippines’ largest airline by market share and fleet size—is in talks for the possible acquisition of narrow body airliners from US planemaker Boeing to augment its jet aircraft fleet that has been the exclusive domain of Airbus for the better part of two decades.
More importantly, the Inquirer learned that the Gokongwei family-controlled firm is eyeing to establish an operations hub in the New Manila International Airport currently being built by conglomerate San Miguel Corp. in Bulacan as part of the airline’s expansion plans.
“Following disappointments regarding Airbus’ delays and (jet engine manufacturer) Pratt & Whitney’s (supply chain issue) issues, Cebu Pacific’s executive leadership team met with Boeing in Seattle to explore the B737 fleet,” an airline executive told the Inquirer, referring to the popular 737 aircraft line that competes directly with the A320 line of its European rival.
The high-ranking executives of the Gokongwei family-controlled airline who visited Boeing’s manufacturing facility in Washington were its president Xander Lao, chief executive Michael Szucs, chief financial officer Mark Cezar, chief marketing officer Candice Iyog and vice president for customer service operations Lei Apostol.
On Tuesday, a ranking Cebu Pacific official told the Inquirer that the company plans to take advantage of the upcoming Bulacan airport—whose first phase may be operating by 2026, according to San Miguel —as its next operating hub.
“We are looking at a process for our narrowbody refleeting based on building another large base in Bulacan,” the official said. “So it will be a big enough base for us to operate Airbus from Naia (Ninoy Aquino International Airport) and either Boeing or Airbus for Bulacan depending on who gives us best deal.”
The airline’s shift in stance from being an exclusive operator of Airbus jets (augmented by twin-engined turboprops from French-Italian platemaker ATR) to starting exploratory talks with Boeing marks a significant shift in strategy for the airline that started operations in 1996 with second hand DC-9 aircraft.
Cebu Pacific operated three Boeing 757 narrowbody airliners for its international flights from 2001, but retired them in 2006. Since then, it has operated exclusively Airbus aircraft, saying that it realizes significant savings by using planes made only by one manufacturer.
ompany insiders said, however, that recent frustrations with Airbus and engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney — which the airline blamed for flight cancellations and aircraft groundings as a result of these firms’ supply chain issues — made it rethink this strategy.
At a certain point, the cost of being tied to single manufacturers starts to outweigh the savings, one executive explained.
by Ferry Bayu | Aug 30, 2023 | Health and Wellness
Meet a Shaman, Try Breathwork & See if Palmistry is all mambo jumbo or not at the Spiritual & Wellness Convention
A Spiritual & Wellness Convention set at Marina Bay Sands on 8 and 9 September with exhibition FREE for public and a ticketed conference.
Get ready to embark on a soul-elevating journey like no other! The highly anticipated Spiritual & Wellness Convention 2023 is set to immerse you in a realm of holistic transformation at the iconic Marina Bay Sands.Featuring the internationally acclaimed keynote speaker Raghida Shaman, a renowned Soul Healer and Shaman, this event promises a mind-body-soul alignment like never before. She will be bringing brand new spiritual modalities to Singapore as a new earth healer, shaman, 5-12D ascension activator and twin flame expert. To assist ascension & the weaving of our inner divine masculine & feminine polarities – this will be Singapore first for spirituality.
But the magic doesn’t stop there – meet Master Khor, the multilingual Astro-Palmist sensation. With over 15,000 palms of people from 65 countries decoded, he’s here to unlock the secrets within your hands, revealing a world of self-discovery.
Experience captivating talks, and a vibrant exhibitor showcase offering spiritual and wellness treasures. Also, discover OZÉE, a brand dedicated to meaningful change through reusable, eco-friendly, comfortable period underwear. Revolutionizing how you approach well-being.
Be part of history at Singapore’s first-ever Spiritual & Wellness Convention. Don’t miss this chance to amplify your journey to a more vibrant and enlightened life.
Events and Meaning was founded 3 years ago with the mission to support individuals and corporate companies to create meaningful events. Founded by Rashidah Rahman, her events have been graced by world-renowned speakers across the globe who have been featured on Forbes, BBC, Oprah Winfrey Show and Wall Street Journal as well as the President of the Singapore Republic. Her biggest accomplishment to date is successfully raising over $1.5 million through events and other initiatives. She has been featured as a guest speaker on The Empowered Woman Podcast, Wealth and Wellness Network and Blooming Your Business Spring Conference.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 30, 2023 | Work Tips
5 Importance of DevOps for Business Growth.
DevOps isn’t just a methodology; it’s a cultural shift that focuses on collaboration between development and operations teams. Traditionally, these teams worked in isolation, leading to delays, miscommunications, and inefficiencies. DevOps breaks down these barriers, fostering a shared sense of responsibility and accountability throughout the software development lifecycle.
Streamlined and Efficient Development
DevOps promotes the use of automation tools, allowing developers to write code more consistently and operations teams to deploy it more reliably. This streamlined approach accelerates the development process, enabling businesses to quickly respond to market demands.
Faster Time-to-Market
In the competitive business landscape, getting your product or service to market swiftly is essential. DevOps practices enable rapid development, testing, and deployment, reducing the time it takes to introduce new offerings to customers.
Improved Collaboration and Communication
DevOps encourages open communication and collaboration between traditionally siloed teams. This leads to better understanding, enhanced problem-solving, and quicker decision-making, all of which contribute to business growth.
Enhanced Reliability and Stability
By automating testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment, DevOps minimizes the risk of human errors and technical glitches. This results in more stable and reliable systems, ensuring a better user experience.
Continuous Monitoring and Feedback
DevOps emphasizes continuous monitoring of applications and systems in real-time. This enables businesses to gather valuable feedback and insights, allowing for timely adjustments and improvements.
Implementing DevOps: Key Step
Assessing Organizational Readiness
Before embarking on a DevOps journey, it’s important to assess whether your organization’s culture, processes, and tools are ready for the transition. This involves identifying potential challenges and planning accordingly.
Building a Cross-Functional Team
DevOps thrives on collaboration. Assemble a cross-functional team comprising developers, operations engineers, testers, and other stakeholders. This diversity of expertise ensures comprehensive problem-solving.
Automating Workflows
Automation is a cornerstone of DevOps. Automate repetitive tasks such as code testing, deployment, and configuration management. This not only saves time but also reduces the risk of errors.
Embracing Continuous Integration and Deployment
Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) are at the heart of DevOps. CI involves regularly merging code changes into a shared repository, while CD automatically deploys code to production after passing CI tests.
Monitoring and Iterating
DevOps is a continuous cycle of improvement. Monitor applications in real-time, gather data, and use it to make informed decisions. Iterate on your processes to enhance efficiency and reliability.
At Tekrella IT Solutions, we recognize the pivotal role DevOps plays in business growth. By embracing DevOps principles, we’ve achieved remarkable outcomes.
Adapting to Market Dynamics
Market trends change rapidly, and businesses must be agile to stay relevant. DevOps enables us to respond promptly to market shifts, ensuring our solutions align with current demands.
Delivering Tailored Solutions
DevOps allows us to deliver tailored solutions to our clients. By quickly iterating and incorporating client feedback, we ensure that the final product meets their specific needs.
Customer-Centric Approach
Customer satisfaction is our priority. DevOps enables us to continuously gather feedback, identify pain points, and address them promptly, resulting in enhanced customer experiences.
Challenges in Adopting DevOps
Cultural Resistance to Change
Implementing DevOps requires a cultural shift. Some team members may be resistant to change, emphasizing the importance of change management and education.
Integration Complexities
Integrating DevOps practices into existing workflows can be complex. Proper planning and collaboration are essential to ensure a smooth transition.
Security Concerns
With increased automation comes concerns about security. Implementing robust security practices and regular audits help mitigate potential risks.
Conclusion
In today’s technology-driven business landscape, DevOps has proven to be a game-changer. Its ability to enhance collaboration, accelerate development, and improve reliability makes it indispensable for business growth. Tekrella IT Solutions leverages the power of DevOps to stay competitive, deliver exceptional solutions, and prioritize customer satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What exactly is DevOps?
DevOps is a set of practices that emphasizes collaboration between software development and IT operations teams to automate and streamline the software delivery process.
2. How can DevOps benefit my business’s growth?
DevOps can benefit your business by accelerating development, improving collaboration, enhancing reliability, and allowing for quicker responses to market demands.
3. Is DevOps suitable for small businesses?
Yes, DevOps principles can be applied to businesses of all sizes, fostering efficiency and growth regardless of scale.
4. Does Tekrella IT Solutions offer DevOps consulting?
Absolutely! Tekrella IT Solutions specializes in DevOps practices and offers consulting services to help businesses harness its potential.
5. Can DevOps practices be applied outside the IT industry?
While DevOps originated in the IT industry, its principles can be adapted and applied to other industries to improve processes, collaboration, and overall efficiency.
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