Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board - Region VIII

A Face-to-Face Training on Improving Productivity Through Operations Management held on June 4, 2026 at the City Engineer's Office Conference Room, Calbayog City, was successfully conducted with the active participation of Human Resource Officers, Managers, Supervisors, and representatives from various MSMEs and organizations.

The training is FREE of charge, meals and snacks were provided by RTWPB VIII. The session focused on enhancing the operational efficiency and competitiveness of MSMEs through effective operations management, process improvement strategies, and the application of productivity-enhancing tools and technologies.

Participants gained valuable knowledge and practical insights on:
🎯 Explaining the concept and importance of operations management
🎯 Conducting demand and capacity planning for better resource utilization
🎯 Understanding and applying work improvement tools and techniques
🎯 Exploring digital tools and learning from productivity success stories

The activity also featured a discussion on the 2025 Annual Establishment Report on Wages (AERW), providing participants with important information on wage reporting requirements and compliance, as well as its role in supporting evidence-based labor and productivity policies.

Through engaging discussions and interactive learning sessions, participants were equipped with practical approaches to streamline operations, improve productivity, and strengthen their enterprises' capacity to compete in both local and global markets.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the City Government of Calbayog for its invaluable support in the successful conduct of this training activity, especially to Hon. Mayor Raymund C. Uy, PESO Manager Ishmael Susmeña, through the assistance of Sir Basilio Togonon Jr., OFW Help Desk Officer, and Engr. Ashley Mancol Albaña, City Engineer.

Your partnership and commitment to workforce and enterprise development are greatly appreciated.

Thank you to all participants and partners who contributed to the success of this learning activity. Together, we continue to foster a culture of productivity, innovation, and operational excellence among MSMEs in Eastern Visayas.

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RTWPB VIII successfully conducted the Usapang 2Ps: Pasahod at Productivity and 7S of Good Housekeeping Training on 03 June 2026 at the 2nd Floor, Sumuroy Function Hall, Provincial Capitol of Northern Samar, Catarman, Northern Samar.

The activity emphasized the importance of the 7S methodology as a practical tool in improving workplace safety, quality, and productivity, helping participants create a more organized, efficient, and pleasant work environment.

📌 Key Highlights of the Training:
🎯 Explained the concept of 7S as a tool for safety and productivity improvement
🎯 Discussed the step-by-step implementation of the 7S methodology
🎯 Guided participants in developing their own 7S Program for enterprise application

📢 In addition, participants were also oriented on:
✅ Salient Features of Wage Order No. RBVIII-25, providing updates on the latest wage adjustments in the region
✅ 2025 Annual Establishment Report on Wages (AERW) Submission, including guidelines and compliance requirements for enterprises

The training gathered Human Resource Officers, Managers, and Supervisors, strengthening their capacity to implement workplace improvements and ensure compliance with labor standards.

RTWPB VIII extends its sincere appreciation to Honorable Governor Harris Christopher M. Ongchuan, the Provincial Government of Northern Samar thru PEDIPO headed by Mr. Jhon Allen Berbon, and NSPESO headed by Ms. Rose Anne G. Suan and assisted by Mr. Maurice A. De Guia - OIC-PGADH, together with the entire team, for their invaluable support in making this activity possible.

RTWPB VIII remains committed to promoting productivity, compliance, and competitiveness of enterprises in Region VIII through capability-building initiatives.

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𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄-𝐓𝐎-𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓! 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰, 𝟎𝟒 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 @ 𝟖:𝟑𝟎𝐀𝐌 ⚠️
𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

📌On-site: 2nd Floor, City Engineer's Office Conference Room Calbayog City

This training module is developed to enhance the operational efficiency of MSMEs thru process improvement tools and technologies that would help them to gain competitive edge in local and global stage.

Training Objectives:
At the end of this training, participants should be able to:
🎯Explain the concept of operations management;
🎯Learn how to do demand and capacity planning;
🎯Understand and demonstrate the work improvement tools; and 🎯Gain knowledge insights on digital tools and success stories

Who should attend?
This productivity training program equips participants with concept of of operations management. We highly encourage the participation of 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒐𝒓 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒔 who are in strategic positions to demonstrate the work improvement tools.

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📢 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐌𝐔𝐌 𝐖𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐄𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 | 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟎𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board VIII (RTWPB VIII) informs all employers and workers in the private sector that the 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐰𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 under 𝐖𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨. 𝐑𝐁𝐕𝐈𝐈𝐈-𝟐𝟓 takes effect today, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟎𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, in Eastern Visayas.

💼 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐖𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬:

✅ ₱470.00
• Non-Agriculture
• Service/Retail Establishments employing more than 10 workers

✅ ₱440.00
• Service/Retail Establishments employing 1 to 10 workers
• Cottage and Handicraft Industry
• Agriculture

The second tranche provides an additional ₱18.00 increase, reinforcing the government's commitment to improving workers' welfare while promoting sustainable business growth and productivity in the region.

RTWPB VIII encourages all covered employers to ensure compliance with the new wage rates and all workers to be informed of their rights under the wage order.

Together, let us continue advancing decent work, fair wages, productivity, and inclusive economic growth in Eastern Visayas under the vision of .


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𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄-𝐓𝐎-𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓! ⚠️
𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐍 𝟕𝐒 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝟎𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 @ 𝟖:𝟑𝟎𝐀𝐌

📌On-site: 2nd Floor Sumuroy Function Hall, Provincial Capitol of Catarman, Northern Samar

This training module is a key to creating a work environment that focuses on quality, and a safer and more pleasant place to work for employees.

Training Objectives:
At the end of this training, participants should be able to:
🎯Explain the concept of 7S as a tool for safety and productivity improvement;
🎯Enumerate the steps in implementing the 7S methodology and;
🎯Develop a 7S program to be implemented in their enterprise

Who should attend?
This productivity training program equips participants with concept of 7S as a tool for safety and productivity improvement. We highly encourage the participation of 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒐𝒓 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒔 who are in strategic positions to develop a 7S program to be implemented in their enterprise.

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A FREE Face-to-Face Training on “𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧” held on May 26, 2026 at the RTWPB VIII Office, Tacloban City was successfully conducted with the active participation of HR Officers, Managers, and Supervisors from various enterprises who are beneficiaries of DOLE-AMP, Productivity Olympics Winners, and prospect DOLE-AMP beneficiaries.

The training highlighted the importance of integrating digital tools, data, and optimized processes to improve enterprise productivity and organizational performance. Participants explored how digital innovation can help MSMEs streamline operations, enhance employee engagement, improve service delivery, and respond effectively to business challenges in today’s fast-changing environment.

Participants gained valuable insights on:
🎯 Explaining Smart Productivity and its role in improving MSME efficiency;
🎯 Assessing workforce digital skill gaps affecting enterprise productivity and;
🎯 Developing a Digital Productivity Action Plan suited to business operations

The activity also featured discussions on the 2025 𝐴𝑛𝑛𝑢𝑎𝑙 𝐸𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑖𝑠ℎ𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑅𝑒𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡 𝑜𝑛 𝑊𝑎𝑔𝑒𝑠 (𝐴𝐸𝑅𝑊), 𝐷𝑂𝐿𝐸 𝐴𝑑𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑀𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑠 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚 (𝐷𝑂𝐿𝐸-𝐴𝑀𝑃), 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐴𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙 𝐼𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑔𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒 (𝐴𝐼) 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝐷𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑁𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝑀𝑆𝑀𝐸𝑠, providing participants with practical knowledge on wage reporting compliance, productivity support programs, and emerging digital tools that can help enterprises strengthen innovation and operational efficiency.

Through interactive discussions and practical learning sessions, participants were empowered with strategies and digital approaches that can help their organizations become more adaptive, innovative, and productivity-driven.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of this learning activity. Together, let us continue embracing innovation for smarter and more productive workplaces!

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𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | Labor Advisory No. 09, series of 2026 – Payment of Wages for the Regular Holiday on 27 May 2026 (Eid'l Adha)

In observance of Eid'l Adha, a regular holiday, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reminds all employers to comply with Holliday pay rules.

For employees, this ensures that they are properly compensated during holiday, entitling them to receive 100% of their daily wage even if they do not report for work, provided they are present or on approved leave with pay on the workday immediately preceding the holiday. Those who report to work on holiday are entitled to 200% of their regular daily wage.

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄-𝐓𝐎-𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓! ⚠️ 𝟐6 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (T𝐮e𝐬d𝐚y)
𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐍 S𝐌A𝐑T P𝐑O𝐃U𝐂T𝐈V𝐈T𝐘: T𝐑A𝐍S𝐅O𝐑M𝐈N𝐆 𝐌S𝐌E𝐒 𝐓H𝐑O𝐔G𝐇 𝐃I𝐆I𝐓A𝐋 𝐈N𝐍O𝐕A𝐓I𝐎N- @ 𝟖:𝟑𝟎𝐀𝐌

📌On-site: RTWPB VIII Office, Jones St., Tacloban City

This training module focuses on Smart Productivity, which aims to improve output and performance by strategically utilizing digital tools, data, and optimized processes. Smart productivity emphasizes the integration of technology with human capital and workflow improvement, enabling enterprises to work more efficiently, make informed decisions, and respond quickly to business challenges. Through the effective use of digital solutions, MSMEs can streamline operations, improve service delivery, strengthen employee engagement, and enhance overall organizational performance.

Training Objectives:
At the end of this training, participants should be able to:
🎯Explain Smart Productivity and its role in improving MSME efficiency;
🎯Assess workforce digital skill gaps that affect enterprise productivity; and
🎯Develop a Digital Productivity Action Plan to apply suitable digital solutions in business operations.

Who should attend?
This productivity training program equip participants with the competencies to explain the concept of smart productivity and its role in improving MSME efficiency, assess workforce digital skill gaps that affect enterprise productivity, and develop a Digital Productivity Action Plan that identifies and applies suitable digital solutions in business operations. We highly encourage the participation of 𝑯𝙍 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒐𝒓 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒔 who are in position to develop a Digital Productivity Action Plan suitable for their business operations.

Course Fee: FREE
Slot: Limited to 1 participant per establishment only

For reservations and inquiries, please contact us at [email protected] or call us at (053) 888 -2637 / 0920-879-0314 (smart).

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𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐔𝐂𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃! 🎉

The training on “Advancing Productivity via Organization Development" held on May 20, 2026 at the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) building in Naval, Biliran was successfully conducted with the participation of HR Officers, Managers, and Supervisors from various micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The training emphasized the importance of Organization Development (OD) as a strategic and organization-wide approach to improving productivity, strengthening teamwork, enhancing communication, and fostering effective leadership and decision-making.

Participants gained valuable learnings on:
🎯 Explaining the concept and impact of organization development on enterprise productivity
🎯 Enumerating the phases and categories of organization development
🎯 Designing and implementing appropriate OD strategies responsive to organizational needs.

The activity also included a discussion on the 2025 Annual Establishment Report on Wages (AERW), providing participants with important reminder and information relevant to wage reporting compliance per Labor Advisory No. 08 series of 2026.

Through engaging discussions and collaborative learning, participants are equipped with practical knowledge and strategies that can help build healthier, more adaptive, and high-performing organizations.

Special thanks to Hon. Mayor Gretchen Stephanie M. Espina., Municipal Mayor of Naval Biliran and the entire team for their warm support and assistance in making this training activity successful.

Thanks to everyone, who joined and contributed to the success of this productive learning activity. Together, we continue to champion productivity and organizational excellence!

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RTWPB VIII joined the data dissemination of the 2024-2025 Labor Force Survey by PSA Regional Office VIII on May 19, 2026.

Board Secretary Reynaldo Soliveres and Atty. Marie Ronette B. Campo answered questions about the minimum wage from the media.