Friday, July 28, 2017

Ricoh Philippines Empower Digital Workplaces Offers Total Office Productivity Solutions

“Ricoh’s total solutions and services, including the new digital multifunction colored printers, the revolutionary interactive whiteboard, and our ultra short throw projector, ultimately allow us to achieve our goal of empowering digital workplaces by helping businesses and their employees work better and smarter. Ricoh Philippines constantly strives to meet or exceed customer expectations. Being a service-oriented company, we constantly innovate and strive to improve our products and services. ” ~Eric Sulit, Ricoh Philippines, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer
(L-R) Ricoh Philippines General Manager for Customer Service Orly Closa, President and CEO Eric Sulit, Head of Product Management Hannah Castillo
Eric Sulit, Ricoh Philippines, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer

RICOH has been around globally since 1936. Headquarter is in Japan with Mr. Yoshinori Ymashita as the President and CEO, and Mr. Nobuo Inaba as the Chairman of the Board. Last July 27, 2017, recently showcased their latest technology and product offerings that are set to further empower the new era of digital workplaces.

Ricoh highlighted two of their newest multifunction colored printers (MFPs) Revolutionary Digital Multifunction Colored Printers that are equipped with the revolutionary Ricoh Smart Operation Panel.
The Smart Operation Panel allows users to integrate multiple processes and customize shortcuts to bypass many of the repetitive manual tasks associated with printing. 
MPC4504exSP
MPC2004EXSP

Two of Ricoh's newest multifunction colored printers (MFPs) – the MPC4504exSP and the MPC2004EXSP – that are equipped with the revolutionary Ricoh Smart Operation Panel.

The Smart Operation Panel allows users to integrate multiple processes and customize shortcuts to bypass many of the repetitive manual tasks associated with printing. Ricoh's new interface delivers improved usability to end users by incorporating familiar gestures, such as swipe, pinch and flick commonly used on smartphones and tablets, to enable the completion of everyday workflows easily and quickly. These gestures make accessing the latest and existing applications more efficient and streamlined, helping to further enhance collaboration and embrace emerging workstyles. Using cloud connectivity, users can also view documents remotely and share information effectively with their devices that are connected to these MFPs.
With Ms Hannah Castillo, Head of Prod. Management

Furthermore, when it comes to print and image quality, Ricoh MFPs achieves vibrant results with the precision of 1200 x 1200 dots per inch and print speeds from 30 to 60 pages per minute. 

Real time collaboration through interactive whiteboards
The Ricoh Interactive Whiteboard IWB-D6510 empowers users to save time and expenses by creating real-time collaborative digital meetings. It allows up to 20 users to view a whiteboard presentation on web-connected devices from multiple locations.
The Ricoh Interactive Whiteboard IWB-D6510

With Ricoh’s IWB, users can make changes using the whiteboard tools to write, draw, edit, resize, move, and save information easily. The connected interactive whiteboards are also common space - what's added to one board will appear on all networked boards. Users also have the power to choose the participants and decide how their information will be displayed.

Widescreen clear projection and collaboration from short distances
The Ricoh PJ-WX4152N Ultra Short Throw Projector empowers office workers to get closer with their audience while projecting with clarity. Even when placed as close as 4.6 inches from the projection surface, the PJ-WX4152N can display crisp, compelling images, movies, presentation and other media from a wide range of audio-visual equipment with 1280 x 800 WXGA wide format resolution.
The Ricoh PJ-WX4152N Ultra Short Throw Projector

The PJ-WX4152N also allows users to bring important information together from up to four different devices onto a single screen. It can also be equipped with the Ricoh Smart Presenter app to be able to invite iPad users to view the presentation remotely. Moreover, users can pair it with Ricoh's Business Projection System to share the same presentation in up to four different locations.

It also features impressive contrast ratios up to 13,000:1 and 3,500 lumens to project color-rich images even in the most sunlit meeting rooms. The projector can also detect and automatically balance keystone distortions for worry-free presentations. 

Ricoh Service Advantage
Ricoh Philippines leads the service charge by being one of the first companies in its industry to use iPads with Field Service Automation software to manage service assignments and requests. 

By September, Ricoh will be launching a new service called Ricoh Remote Assistance, which will allow Ricoh to remotely troubleshoot problems and provide solutions to customers

Moreover, these Ricoh products are sold and serviced directly by Ricoh Philippines. So, customers are assured of high quality and excellent servicing, which begins from customers’ selection and decision-making process, and continues beyond after sales. 

For the latest updates and insights on Ricoh, please visit www.ricoh.com.ph.



About Ricoh
Ricoh is empowering digital workplaces using innovative technologies and services enabling individuals to work smarter. For more than 80 years, Ricoh has been driving innovation and is a leading provider of document management solutions, IT services, commercial and industrial printing, digital cameras, and industrial systems.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in approximately 200 countries and regions. In the financial year ended March 2017, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,028 billion yen (approx. 18.2 billion USD).

For further information, please visit www.ricoh.com.ph.

Sunday, July 23, 2017

BURGER KING's Thick-Blend Milkshakes and Cheetos 4-Cheese Crunch Together!

"Burger King is keen on implementing efforts to reinvent our produtcs. One of the many ways is to add new variations to satisfy the cravings of our consumers. And as Burger King continues witht hese efforts, we hope to bring milkshake in the Philippines this year, to complete that indulgent American burger experience." ~Jo Anne Tan, Marketing Head of Burger King Philippines

The Cheetos 4-Cheese Crunch and The thick-blend shakes are perfect together even if they say opposites attract.

Burger King Philippines is definitely rooting for this ideal pairing as it currently raveled that it is blending a special concoction of thick milkshakes - from creamy vanilla, rich chocolate, to strawberry dreams. And ow my I love it its like an ice cream drink and the thickness was just perfect.

Every slurp the thick-blend shakes is a burst of creamy, yummy goodness that perfectly complements the unique flame-grilled taste of their burgers and the soft and crispy quality of their thick cut fries.

The Cheetos 4-Cheese Crunch is made with Cheetos Cheddar Jalapeno and 100% beef patty bringing a cheesier, beefier, tastier and hotter burger experience. Sharing the spotlight are its other ingredients, which include Mozzarella, Swiss Cheese, and Cheddar Cheese sauce.

But a burger as delicious as this deserves just the right kind of partner to complement it. Burger King's very own twist on the classic burger match: The Thick-Blend Shakes.

Burger King will only make the The Cheetos 4-Cheese Crunch and The thick-blend shakes available to the public, only if you want them to, because the all is yours. Burger King values their customers taste on everything they serve. So don't let these whipped creations remain in their kitchen. With me of course it is a must that they make it available for orders immediately because its so yummy and delicious. Plus the cup of thick and creamy goodness of shake will be surprisingly affordable so they're definitely to watch out for.


Saturday, July 22, 2017

Flair and Passion of Origen Flamenco Show brought t you by Dona Elena


Flamenco a professionalized art-form based on the various folkloric music traditions of Southern Spain in autonomous community of Andalusia, Extremadura and Murcia. In a wider sense, it refers to these musical traditions and more modern musical styles which have themselves been deeply influenced by and become blurred with the development of flamenco over the past two centuries. It includes cante (singing), toque (guitar playing), baile (dance), jaleo (vocalizations), palmas (handclapping) and pitos (finger snapping).

Flamenco is a climactic event that compellingly showcases a longstanding art form that features music as one of its rich elements. In Origen, the old and deep sound of the flamenco guitar, in the hands of Alberto Marin is united onstage to the characteristics flamenco sound of the flamenco singers and to the fineness of the flute. The music of the show does not only sound, it speaks and lives. the flamenco dancers, Cristina Carrasco and Javier Serrano, are the ones that culminate the performance with force, dedication and passion.

Dona Elena, the leading brand of Mediterranean products in the Philippines, brings tha famed Spanish dance group, Origen, to showcase a lively and passionate Flamenco performance. From the soul-baring music tot he intensifying dance moves, Filipino audiences are set to experience an authentic flamenco performance inspired by the music of the legendary Paco de Lucia, a Spanish virtuoso flamenco guitarist, composer and producer.

As the number one brand of olive oil int he Philippine market, Dona Elena Olive Oil brings out irresistible aroma while retaining high level of antioxidants liek polyphenols and oleic acid. It is also a great source of vitamins E, K, and A that helps to lower bad cholesterol level with benefits on cardiovascular health. Available in Extra virgin, Pure and Pomance, Filipino families are guaranteed to enjoy a healthy range of easy-to-do recipes that are made from 100% pure olive oil from Spain.

The exclusive flamenco event showcases the Spanish heritage that anchors Dona Elena as a brand. As a trusted healthy partner that brings the heart of Mediterranean cooking into Filipino homes, Dona Elena's product line, which includes:
  • Olive Oils
  • Olives
  • Capers
  • Pastas
  • anchovies


Without a doubt, chefs and home cooks continue to choose Dona Elena Olive Oil and the other Dona Elena Mediterranean products to make healthy dishes more delicious. In addition, the Dona Elena brand is truly an icon that guarantees excellence in quality and premium taste at a reasonable price.
With my co-winners of the Dona Elena FB contest

With Dona Elena products enhance everyday meals into healthy and tasty dishes.



Pia Wurtzbach is Century Tuna's #QueenOfTheCentury

“I have a busy schedule and always on the go so when I do have the time to grocery shop or prepare a meal, I make it a priority. I like to enjoy food that keeps my energy levels stable, like Century Tuna. I’ve always been a Century Tuna girl! And this body you see is made possible by Century.” ~Pia Wurtzbach

Together with, of course, her ravishing looks---her poise, style, and grace—her talents and intelligence, it is Pia’s commitment to self-discipline and physical fitness — just look at her lean and Ultimate Superbody! — that brought her into the Century Tuna fold. The Queen of the Universe is now also the Queen of the Century, Century Tuna that is, the country’s number one tuna!  Pia Wurtzbach – ever gorgeous TV host, model, and Miss Universe 2015 no less – joins Century Tuna’s outstanding roster of endorsers, as she appears in an all-new TVC that’s oozing with sexiness and elegance!

No doubt, Pia Wurtzbach has become an inspiration to many and a true role model, the perfect embodiment of Century Tuna’s winning ways and her role as the new Queen of the Century! Hail to the Queen!
“We’re thrilled to have Pia Wurtzbach in the Century Tuna family. Pia is indeed ‘The Queen of the Century,’ the epitome of a mutli-faceted woman who excels in a variety of fields while staying fit and sexy.” ~Greg Banzon, Century Pacific Foods, Inc. General Manager
Pia first got bitten by the acting bug at the tender age of four, which later led her to join the Star Circle Batch 11, appearing in a string of television shows and movies. But her real break came when, in her third attempt, she entered the Binibining Pilipinas Pageant in 2015, the stepping stone to her most glorious achievement thus far: bagging the highly coveted Miss Universe 2015 crown – following in the heels of Gloria Diaz in 1969 and Margie Moran in 1973 – in what was a most contentious competition. 

In fact, with a help of a personal trainer, Pia heads to the gym regularly, where she engages in a combination of planking (the best exercise for a flat, toned stomach), tricep pull-downs (for well-defined arms as well as shapely biceps and triceps), as well as squats and lunges (for firm and strong looking legs).

No doubt, Pia Wurtzbach has become an inspiration to many and a true role model, the perfect embodiment of Century Tuna’s winning ways and her role as the new Queen of the Century! Hail to the Queen!

Because of Century Tuna’s versatility, where it can be used in a myriad of yummy and nutritious dishes, Pia need not deprive herself while becoming the ultimate superbod. After all, Century Tuna is made of 100% real tuna, rich in Omega 3 DHA, which helps you achieve a healthy and 100% winner superbody, just like hers!

Naturally, a healthy, balanced, yet satisfying diet comes hand in hand with her exercise routine. And for this, there’s nothing else but Century Tuna — the 100% winner in tuna — of which Pia has been a long time fan.


Yassi Pressman's #NagmadaliNagkamali Success Story with Silka

"Marami akong naging pagsubok sa showbiz. Ilang beses narin akong hindi natanggap sa mga audition, pero tuloy lang ang laban. Sabi ko nga sa sarili ko, don't try to rush things that need time to grow. With hard work, dadating ang para sa iyo sa tamang panahon kasi kapag minamadali, nagkakamali."

Everyone had their #NagmadaliNagkamali, i had mine as well and it was such a funny thing to remember. But despite it all it was a good thing to ponder to wherever I am right now in my life and like what everyone said isipin mo nalang walang nakatingin :)

It was a cool and a bit rainy day but everyone had fun with some artsy craftsy toot bag that was given to us with some cute stuff in it!

Beautiful, smart and talented, Yassi Pressman has been ranked among the country's most sought-after leading ladies of this generation, last July 13, 2017. Her latest television project lists her as the main character's lady love, a role that propelled the 22-year-old actress into ultimate stardom.

Yassi is nwo at the peak of her acting career, she spends an average of 8 hours in a shoot and sits in the hair and make-up chair for around 3 hours. With barely enough time to sleep and rest, Yassi is able to maintain a healthy, bright and beautiful skin.
"Yassi's career demands her to be always at her best and to maintain a healthy, glowing skin. With Silka Papaya Soap, we make sure to take care of Yassi's skin in an everyday basis. There are no instant solutions because beauty is an everyday regimen. This is paralleled witht he success story of Yassi and that's what makes her an inspiration to all the women who aspire to be like her." ~Jane Co, Silka's Marketing Manager

In the age of everything "instant," Yassi is truly an example of grace, beauty and diligence. She knows that natural beauty is not rushed and more importantly, success is not something to be achieved overnight. And at the rate Yassi is going, it seems like this go-getter is nota stopping anytine soon.
The secret to her glow? Silka Papaya Soap, the number one beauty soap in the Philippines. Packed with papaya enzymes for exfoliation and Vitamin e for moisturizing, Silk Papaya Soap gives Yassi naturally beautiful skin.


The Rise of Real Estate Industry in the Philippines Real Estate Expo Manila 2017

REAL ESTATE EXPO MANILA 2017 is happening on August 10-11, 2017 (CONFERENCE) and August 11-13, 2017 (EXPOSITION) at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia, Pasay City.

PASAY CITY, PHILIPPINES – The demand for residential spaces, retail complexes, and other recreational spaces are continuously increasing and attracting foreign and local investors. AD Asia Conventions & Exhibitions International Corp. (AD Asia) welcomes Real Estate in the list of industries that have been emerging here in the country lately.

This event is in cooperation with:
  • Organization of Socialized Housing Developers of the Philippines (OSHDP)
  • Real Estate Brokers Association of the Philippines (REBAP) Makati
  • Golden Phoenix Hotel as the Official Hotel Partner
  • EastWest Bank as the Official Bank Partner
  • Renderbee as the Official VR Partner
  • Swedish Designs as the Official Contractor
  • Avolution as Gold Sponsor
  • DOT Property as Silver Sponsor and Versa.ph
  • JVC Hengun Advertising Inc.
  • MX3
  • Santos Knight Frank as Bronze Sponsors

Lamudi Philippines as the Official Property Portal, Chase Technologies Corp. (CTC) as the Official Registration Partner, and Brand Philosophy as the I.T Solutions Provider for our Event Partners.

The event aims to deliver unparalleled success to business network opportunities where the industry player can come together, interact, and share their view in promoting and strengthening the real estate sector locally and globally. This is also to help out Filipinos in choosing the right property through a variety of selection from different real estate related companies.

For more information about the event, check out the official website at www.realestateexpomanila.com. For Conference/Exhibitor/Sponsorship inquiries, you may reach
us at (+632) 579 7185, (+632) 372 4014, (+632) 921 2473, (+632) 370 1438 or E-mail at info@realestateexpomanila.com.

About AD Asia Conventions & Exhibitions International Corp.: AD ASIA CONVENTIONS & EXHIBITIONS INTERNATIONAL CORP. (AD ASIA) advocates in championing and promoting the best local and international businesses in one powerful platform such as trade shows, conferences or even large convention groups.

REEM 2017 is dedicated to Brokers, Practitioners, Investors, Realtors, Developers, and Potential Clients from around the globe to help showcase their latest infrastructures and developments in the 3-day Exposition and to impart their knowledge and experience with invited renowned Speakers in the industry like Bhavna Suresh of Lamudi Philippines, Jet Yu of Prime Philippines, Arch. Romolo Nati of Italpinas Development Corp., Alvier Marqueses of Hoppler and many more during the 2-day Conference.

Buhay OFW TV with Host Marissa Del Mar Celebrates 7 Years: Founds ATOM to fight Modern Day Slavery

ATOM is as a step towards remedying the statistics of over 10 million Filipino men, women, and children subjected to sex trafficking and forced labor worldwide. Our OFW, in dire need to provide a better future for themselves and their families, constitute a large percentage of those already exploited or at risk of being exploited. This campaign recognizes the contribution of the OFW not only in the Philippine Economic Development but also in the promotion of safety among their fellow migrants.

Last July 18, 2017 a media launch was held at Golden Bay Restaurant, Pasay City to launch the oath taking event that will happen on October. As multi-awarded public service show, Buhay OFW which airs every Saturday at 9:30 pm on Aksyon TV and Aksyon International, celebrates its 7th year anniversary, they take a significant leap forward by launching the project Anti Trafficking OFW Movement (ATOM) through the initiative of host and founder, Marissa del Mar. 

Some common destinations for victims are:
  • Hong Kong
  • Kuwait
  • Singapore
  • Qatar
  • China
  • Japan
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Malaysia

Places popular to the general public as tourist destinations. Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Mactan International Airport become exit points for workers expecting real jobs abroad only to be met instead with real threats. They are also smuggled and trafficked in ports in Ilocos Sur, Zamboanga del Sur, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental, Bicol, and Dagupan City with 30% transported by sea. 

Although a term less estranged to many due to depictions in entertainment outlets such as Hollywood movies, human-trafficking is an ongoing hazard closer to home than most people expect and realize. UNDOC (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime) recognizes trafficking in as simple a situation as the recruitment of a person for a false job within or across national borders with the intention to trap them into forced labor. More often, however, the deception and abuse does not stop there. It leads to prostitution, sexual exploitation, slavery, and removal of organs.

Through the combined efforts of:
Buhay OFW Foundation
San Miguel Corporation
Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC)
National Real Estate Association (NREA)
Sterling Group of Companies
Management Association of the Philippines (MAP)
Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry PCCI)
Philippine Chinese Charitable Association (PCCA)
Zonta Club of Makati Central Business District
Philippine Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (PCCCII)
together also with our media partners Aksyon TV
ANC
Light Network Channel
Malaya Business Insight


These facts become the foundation on which change begins. The meaningful oath taking will take place on October 23, Monday at the Diamond Hotel, Manila. 

Cooperation with these organizations and authorities could uncover and convict more labor traffickers and officials and establishments complicit in these crimes. The resulting assistance of thousands of victims opens opportunities for further action towards the safety of all.

ATOM challenges Filipinos here and abroad to raise awareness, strengthen camaraderie, and therefore reduce – in hopes of someday eliminating – this threat to our OFW altogether. 

Sources:

For more information and partnership, please contact Veronica Ramos at 0927-8484533 or Mari De Los Santos at 834-9673 of Buhay OFW TV

These victims – a large number of whom originate from areas within Metro Manila and in the provinces of:
  • Laguna
  • Rizal
  • Pampanga
  • Cavite
  • Batangas
  • Cebu
  • Zamboanga
  • Davao

The same people who contribute to the Philippines 180 billion pesos in total remittance which lead to the amassing of foreign reserves and the rise of the national savings rate. They sacrifice their comfort, health, marriages, children, and often their pride, to improve their recipient households and, in the process, the national economy. These are the people stripped of their human rights by predators operating under pretense of recruitment agencies and other aliases.