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“Innovative Business Models: Redefining Industries and Creating Competitive Advantage”

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MARIA JENILEEN CORDERO-ALANO
MARIA JENILEEN CORDERO-ALANO

We live in a world of constant change. No matter how much we hold on to the things that we are used to, we all need to grow and embrace these changes that will make our lives easier. Technology evolves at breakneck speed, consumer preferences shift like sand dunes in the wind, and the old rules of business are constantly being rewritten. In this dynamic landscape, one thing remains clear: companies that want to thrive need to be innovative. And that innovation doesn’t just stop at products or services. It starts with the very foundation of how they operate – their business model.

I’ve always been fascinated by the power of business models. It’s not just about selling a product, it’s about creating a system, a network, a way of doing things that resonates with the market. Think about it: Uber didn’t invent the taxi, Airbnb didn’t invent hotels, and Spotify didn’t invent music. But they redefined how we access and consume these services, creating entirely new industries in the process. Forty years back, we have not imagined that we can all have what we want in a snap!

These innovative business models are not just about disrupting existing markets, they’re about creating new ones. They’re about finding ways to deliver value to customers in a way that’s more efficient, more convenient, or simply more appealing than the old ways. The systems that we may have been accustomed to were effective when they were created year ago. However, technology now allows us to do things more efficiently, thus saving time, allowing us to get so many things done is a day. This may seem tedious, but when you look at how much more we can do in a day, embracing an improved system can significantly improve how a business operates.

Take the subscription model, for example. It’s been around for decades, but it’s experiencing a resurgence in popularity across industries. From streaming services like Netflix, iFlix, and Viu to meal kit companies like Blue Apron in the United States, subscription models offer customers convenience, affordability, and a sense of predictability. For businesses, they provide a steady stream of revenue and valuable customer data.

But innovation isn’t just about adopting new models. It’s also about adapting existing ones to meet the changing needs of the market. Think about how Amazon has evolved from an online bookstore to a global e-commerce giant, offering everything from groceries to cloud computing services. They’ve constantly adapted their business model to stay ahead of the curve and capitalize on new opportunities.

The beauty of innovative business models is that they can create a competitive advantage that’s difficult for rivals to replicate. It’s not just about having a great product or service, it’s about having a system that’s uniquely positioned to deliver value to customers in a way that no one else can.

So, what does this mean for you, the aspiring entrepreneur or the seasoned business leader? It means being constantly curious, always looking for new ways to solve problems, and being willing to challenge the status quo. It means embracing the power of technology to create new possibilities and finding ways to connect with customers in a meaningful way.
In a world where change is the only constant, innovative business models are not just a competitive advantage, they’re a necessity for survival. It’s time to embrace the power of reinvention and create the future of business, one innovative model at a time.

SIDE NOTE: Your entrepreneurial journey has a powerful story to tell. Sharing it could inspire and motivate others to pursue their dreams. Would you be willing to share it with us for a future article?
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If you have any questions or would like to share your thoughts on the column, feel free to send an email to jca.bblueprint@gmail.com. Looking forward to connecting with you!

Evasiveness

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AL ELLEMA
AL ELLEMA

More than being secretive about her escape away from the jurisdiction of all government authorities, fugitive Alice Guo had been in full circles in nooks that law enforcement authorities could hardly find. The simple issues regarding her true identity led to many more issues that unmasked the entry into the country of foreigners, mostly Chinese people, some of whom were reportedly with criminal records.

It took so much time and resources for the senate investigating committees to conduct hearings with the aim of finding the truth. In all the hearings conducted, the dismissed mayor was too evasive answering questions. She had a retinue of lawyers providing counsel on how to answer the questions raised by the investigating committee.

Meanwhile, all concerted efforts by law enforcement authorities took too long to find the fugitive Alice Guo. Its slow development in tracking the whereabouts of the fugitive Alice Guo became another concern. Even the public that were following the investigation were getting dismayed over the slow action of the law enforcement authorities.

By all indications, the fugitive Alice Guo had good links and connections with government officials who appear too cooperative with her moves. It was not surprising to all observers that the raids being conducted by law enforcement authorities are steps to late than the evasive moves. Reports of the fugitive Alice Guo moving from one lair to another had embarrassed the authorities as they have ample funds to conduct surveillance operations.
The temerity of the fugitive Alice Guo to be forgetful on basic information about her life in the purported farm and the story about her parents and siblings were insulting the intelligence of the people who were keenly following her incredible story. The confusing tales are tough to believe and concerned people started providing information to belie her story about her life in the farm. Indeed, she was a classmate to many in a private school and her story about being under a tutor was a lie.

Surprisingly, her lying before the senate investigating committee was met with kindness as she was only threatened with contempt. She got off the proverbial hook for lying under oath, as she was cited for contempt albeit too latte, and eventually jailed for her dastardly acts. She was unlike other resource persons who easily get cited for contempt and held under detention.

With all the kindness and accommodation extended on the fugitive Alice Guo, she surreptitiously packed her things with the help of all her supporters both with her private as well as with her government connections. Finally, she slipped from all government authorities simply with her evasiveness.
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New two-story evacuation center enhances resilience in Brgy. San Jose, Borongan City

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BORONGAN CITY– Residents of the inner barangay of San Jose, Borongan City, received a new two-storey evacuation center, a vital infrastructure that promises to address the challenges faced by the community during times of calamities.

Constructed by the Department of Public Works and Highways Eastern Samar District Engineering Office (DPWH ESDEO), the evacuation center is designed to withstand typhoons and other calamities, providing a safe and accessible haven for approximately 100 residents.

Jerald Abogado, Punong Barangay of San Jose, expressed his gratitude, emphasizing the significance of this new facility in ensuring the safety of the community.

Recalling the hardships faced during typhoon Ruby, Abogado highlighted the flooding that submerged first-storey houses, leaving residents with no safe place to seek refuge.

Yana, dako it amon pasalamat nga mayda na namon malilikasan it amon mga residente.

Ugaring dire gad ngane ubos na residente makakaokupar pero at least an aton mga kalagsan ngan mga kabataan, meada na maupay nga facility na pwede nira masirongan ngin meada kalamidad [Now, we are very grateful that our residents have an evacuation center to use. Although it can’t accommodate all the residents, our senior citizens and children now have safe facilities to dwell in during calamities.],” said Abogado.

According to DPWH ESDEO, the project is funded under the General Appropriations Act (GAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 with an appropriation of P5 million. Its construction commenced on February 15, 2024, and was successfully completed on June 15, 2024.

The completion of this evacuation center represents a significant milestone in enhancing the resilience of Barangay San Jose, providing a lifeline for its residents during times of crisis and contributing to their safety and well-being. (PR)

U.S. announces additional P485 million to advance basic education in the Philippines

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Manila-On October 2, the United States government announced an additional Php485 million ($9 million) in funding to expand the Advancing Basic Education in the Philippines (ABC+) project, a U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded initiative that aims to improve the literacy and math skills of children in the Philippines.

With a total funding of Php2.6 billion ($47.5 million), ABC+ will now extend its reach to new regions, including select areas in the National Capital Region (NCR), Region IV-B, Cordillera Administrative Region, and Region XII.

The additional funding will provide 900,000 new books and learning materials, benefiting an additional 350,000 students and bringing the total number of students reached to 2.8 million.

“We are focusing on strengthening students’ foundational skills, especially for those students who are struggling with reading. Just as with learning to read, we are taking a team approach—advancing step by step, word by word, teacher by teacher, student by student, to open possibilities for Filipino youth,” U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said.
“The United States is committed to working with the Philippines to provide a quality education that empowers children to enjoy a successful future.”

To commemorate the program’s growth, Ambassador Carlson led the handover of K-3 books to the Schools Division Office of Malabon City, one of the project’s new expansion areas.

Along with Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara, she led a read-along session with Grade 3 students from Malabon Elementary School to further encourage a love for reading.

Also in attendance were Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, officials from DepEd NCR, Region IV-B, and representatives of Schools Division Offices in Malabon, Marikina, and Pasig.

“There is so much to be thankful for—the USAID ABC+ project has been successful in improving the capacities of our learners, and we want to expand it using the resources of the DepEd in the same way, with the same quality, the same measurability, and the same rigor that ABC+ has provided. I see not just thousands of learners blooming, but millions of learners blooming because of these contributions,” said Education Secretary Angara.

The ABC+ project aims to build on its successful track record in the new regions. Through this project, USAID has provided over 43,000 educators with early literacy training certified by the National Educators Academy of the Philippines; created and distributed 33.2 million early grade literacy materials; and supported students in Regions V, VI, and select areas in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

Since 2019, USAID has been working with DepEd through the ABC+ project to strengthen teacher professional development, improve the availability and use of learning resources, bolster the capacity of the education system, and support effective early grade instruction. (PR)

DPWH-L2DEO completes construction of a fire station in Burauen

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FIRE STATION. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office (L2DEO) has completed the construction of a P9.86 million multi-purpose building that will serve as the fire station of Burauen, Leyte.(L2DEO)
FIRE STATION. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office (L2DEO) has completed the construction of a P9.86 million multi-purpose building that will serve as the fire station of Burauen, Leyte.(L2DEO)

TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office (L2DEO) has completed the construction of a multi-purpose building that will serve as the Municipal Fire Station of Burauen, Leyte.

The new facility aims to provide better amenities and a more comfortable working environment for the town’s firefighters.

District Engineer Leo Edward Oppura reported that the project is a three-story structure with a total floor area of 500 square meters.

The building includes essential features such as a fire truck parking bay, office spaces for administrative work, living quarters for on-duty personnel, and a closed-circuit television system for security.

Additionally, the roof deck is equipped with a rappelling station designed to improve the physical fitness and endurance of the firefighters.

Oppura emphasized the importance of the project in promoting safety and security for the residents of Burauen and nearby areas.

He noted that the new facility will significantly enhance the fire department’s ability to respond quickly to fire emergencies.

“A fire station is a critical component of any municipality, as it bolsters the community’s emergency response capabilities, helping to save lives and protect property. Beyond their firefighting duties, these stations also play a vital role in community outreach and education,” said Oppura.

The project was funded with P9.86 million under the DPWH CY 2024 Regular Infrastructure-General Appropriations Act – BIP for Multi-Purpose Buildings/Facilities to support Social Services.

The construction began on February 23, 2024, and was completed on August 20, 2024.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)

Region 8 celebrates the 35th National Statistics Month

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The statistics community of Eastern Visayas joins the entire country in celebrating the
35th National Statistics Month (NSM) with the theme, “Advancing Data and Statistics Through Digital Transformation: A Road to an Empowered Nation”.

To mark the 35th NSM, PSA – RSSO 8 has calendared in October 2024 several
inter-agency events that will highlight the efforts in modernizing the statistical system through the adoption of digital tools and platforms to improve the accuracy, timeliness, and accessibility of statistics. This year’s 35th NSM Opening Ceremony, co-hosted by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on 04 October at Robinson’s North, Abucay, Tacloban City, will be guested by National Economic and Development Authority VIII (NEDA 8) Regional Director and Regional Statistics Committee VIII (RSC 8) Chairperson Meylene C. Rosales, together with DICT OIC-Regional Director Melvyn Carlo T. Barroa. PSA-wide, all Provincial Statistical Offices have organized activities that include advocacy/IEC, training/workshops, symposium/webinar, contests/quiz, exhibits, and the like. At the regional level, activities to watch out for are the following:

Kapihan sa PIA Eastern Visayas (02 October); 35th NSM Opening Ceremony (04 October 2024); PSA Says (04 October) ; Regional Statistics Committee (RSC) Outreach Program (11 October); Stat Zumbayaw with a Twist (12 October); 2023 Full PSA Official Poverty Statistics Regional Data Dissemination (14 October); International Poverty Summit (16 to 17 October); Forest Bathing with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) (18 October); Philippine Statistical Research and Training Institute – Philippine Statistics Authority (PSRTI-PSA) Capacity Building Training for LGUs (22 to 24 October); FB Stats Go! (every Wednesday and Friday of October); Search for Best LGU Advocates for Statistics (25 October); Search for Best Youth Organization for Statistics (25 October); 1st Visayas Cluster Data Festival (28-29 October); 35th NSM Closing Ceremony (25 October)
The NSM is observed nationwide pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 647 signed by then President Corazon C. Aquino on 20 September 1990, “Declaring the Month of October of Every Year as the National Statistics Month”. This was reinforced by PSA Board Resolution No. 11, series of 2021, “Enjoining and Institutionalizing Support to the Annual Celebration of the National Statistics Month”. These directives are refreshed with the issuances of Memorandum Circulars by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) calling for the conduct of NSM-related activities. All participating organizations, universities/colleges, and units of the government are also encouraged to vie for the NSM Awards in 2025 and requested to display the 35th NSM streamers/tarpaulin in the building façade throughout the month of October 2024.

Once again, the NSM aims to 1) promote, enhance, and instill nationwide awareness and appreciation of the importance and value of statistics to the different sectors of the society; and 2) elicit the cooperation and support of the general public in upgrading the quality and standard of statistics in the country. Along this line, PSA – RSSO 8 enjoins all departments, bureaus, offices, and instrumentalities of the national government, government-owned and controlled corporations, state universities and colleges, local government units, the private sector, and the public to continuously support and actively participate in the NSM celebration.

For more details, contest mechanics, updates and other announcements, please follow the PSA – RSSO 8 Official FB Page (@PSAEVOfficial). You may also contact our office with telephone numbers (053) 839-1884/888-0069 and email addresses rsso08socd@psa.gov.ph/ rsso08crasd@psagov.ph.
Happy 35th NSM, see you! (PR)

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