SME assistance programs: DTI’s ROVING ACADEMY

July 26, 2015

The SME Roving Academy (SMERA) is a continuous learning program for the development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to become competitive in the domestic and international markets. Its main strategies include: Integration of Read More

Two landmark economic laws signed

July 23, 2015

Republic Act 10667, otherwise known as the Philippine Competition Act, was signed into law on Tuesday, July 21, by President Benigno Aquino. Signed at the same time was Republic Act 10668 , otherwise known as Read More

Signs you are ready to franchise your business

July 15, 2015

In an interview with Josiah Go for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Generics Pharmacy  chair and CEO  Benjamin Liuson and successful franchiser was asked, :  “When is a company ready to franchise it’s business?” Here’s his Read More

SME disaster preparedness discussed in APEC forum

July 13, 2015

How small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can improve their disaster preparedness was one of the major concerns discussed in the recently-concluded APEC disaster management officials meeting held in Thailand. “Small businesses play a significant role Read More

Telecommuting 2 – Things to consider

July 1, 2015

  The benefits of telecommuting are many.  For employees, the option to work from home will improve morale, save costs, and upgrade productivity.  On the other hand, for the employer it means higher retention employees, Read More