The Philippines moved up in “global competitiveness,” as it now ranks 75th worldwide in the recently-released Global Competitiveness Index, moving up 10 places from last year overtaking countries like Romania, Egypt, and Greece.
Although there is a significant improvement, the Philippines is still lagging behind most of its ASEAN neighbors such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam.
Among the categories that need to be improved on are labor market efficiency, technological readiness, and innovation.
Philippine Society for Quality Trustee Benel Pilar said, “Improving the quality of life of our countrymen should be the aim of everyone and this can be achieved by making our business enterprises more competitive in the international market, thus increasing employment opportunities”.
One way of enhancing an organization’s competitiveness is to learn from best in class companies and consultants who have varied experiences in driving organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
National Quality Forum
From September 15 to 16, the 23rd National Quality Forum (NQF) with the theme “Uniting the Voices of Quality” will be held at at the EDSA Shangri-la Hotel.
The NQF will gather industry experts to share their best practices and insights relating to operational excellence and the different voices of quality.
The keynote speakers will be the Vice President of the Republic of the Philippines VP Jejomar Binay who will talk about Operational Excellence in the Government.
On the other hand, the President of the Asia Pacific Quality Organization Mr. Shan Rupra who will speak about the different voices of quality.
In a statement, PSQ President France Padiz said “The 23rd National Quality Forum offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn, exchange practices, and network with fellow quality professionals. I am confident that you will take away a truly rich and rewarding experience.”
For more details, those who are interested to join the forum are asked to visit www.psq.org.ph or contact the PSQ Secretariat at tel 899-5925 and 4036619, or email at psqualityinc@yahoo.com. (Press Release)
Nov 16 – International Day for Tolerance
“No more toleration of corruption!”
Invoke Article 33 of the ILO Constitution
against the military junta in Myanmar
to carry out the 2021 ILO Commission of Inquiry recommendations
against serious violations of
Forced Labour and Freedom of Association protocols.
Accept National Unity Government (NUG)
of Myanmar. Reject Military!
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November
Nov 2 – Intl Day to End Impunity for
Crimes Against Journalists
Nov 9 – World Science Day for Peace
and Development
Nov 16 – International Day for Tolerance
Nov 19 – World Toilet Day
Nov 20 – World Children’s Day
Nov 25 – Intl Day for the Elimination of
Violence Against Women
Monthly Observances:
Homes Safety Month
Filipino Values Month
National Rice Awareness Month
National Consciousness Month
for Punctuality and Civility
Environmental Awareness Month
National Children’s Month
Organic Agriculture Month
Weekly Observances:
Nov 19-25: Global Warming and
Climate Change Consciousness Week
Nov 23-29: National Girls’ Week
Population and Development Week
Nov 25 – Dec 12: Social Welfare Week
18-Day Campaign to End
Violence against Women
Week 2: Week 3: Drug Abuse Prevention
and Control Week
Last Week: Safety and Accident
Prevention Week
Daily Observances:
Last Saturday: Career Executive Service
Day
Nov 19: National Child Health Day
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