NU12 # 12 Laptop Protection by Albert Bryan Abelido installation of GPS tracker

In the past months, there have been a lot of reported cases of robbery where laptop is among those that's being taken. These normally happens when commuting in an FX or a jeepney especially during unholy hours where employees from BPO companies normally go home. Laptop is one of the valuable asset of a company since most of them contains sensitive confidential information which competing companies might be interested on.

I think one way to pinpoint and trace the laptop is to have a GPS in it. It will only be activated when there's  a reported theft incident so that the company's security could trace it spot on. It will also signal for GPS monitoring if there will be several attempts in logging incorrect password. Also, once the GPS monitoring is on, all files will be automatically password-protected so no can access it.

It could be expensive to install but I guess the related cost for confidential information is far more expensive as the business of the company is at stake.  4

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NU12 # 11 Training Supplements by Albert Bryan Abelido

It's a difficult to complete a tasks when you have not been properly trained to do it or worse no training at all was given. I have experienced this dilemma especially when I'm identified as the back fill of the position and the former owner left the company already. I'm being provided with some training materials for me to study on but there are just specific cases where I don't have the answer. I can't even ask my boss as he doesn't know either.

There are times when an urgent response to an email is needed and can't find the answer. I don't even have time to check on my training materials as I don't know exactly where to look it for. One possible solution I'm thinking of is an application where on the side of an email are suggested responses based on a certain reference. Be it from archived emails of the previous process owner, training materials highlighting the specific topic or suggesting a resource who can provide direction about the topic.

If there's application as such, I think transition of knowledge wouldn't be a big problem anymore. In fact, you can lessen the grace period of leaving since some of the suggested answers can already be found if there's a related inquiry.

This could be just a wishful thinking but who knows it will happen.

<Use your blog to archive topics if you will refile your training materials Make it private

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NU12 # 10 Text Alerts by Pag Asa for typhoons by Albert Bryan Abelido

One of the opportunities I saw from the tragic effects of typhoon Yolanda is communication. I have this impression that the possible damage that the typhoon will cause was not clear and as to where people should go for rehabilitation. I believe that the message was not also that strong that people were not able to take action urgently.

Mobile networks and PAG-ASA should joint efforts in giving free alert text messages in Filipino and English before a typhoon comes. The text message should include the worst case effects, where to go and what to bring. People should be bombarded with these text alerts every 3 hours, 3 days before the typhoon and every hour a day prior to the typhoon. They should also register their names through text as to their specific address and to the rehabilitation center where they're staying so it will be easier to track.<in Thailand, the Telco as part of CSR does this;  they did this for the recent Thailand flood>

Also, if it's possible PAG-ASA could flash on the atmosphere a communication alert of the situation and the next steps similar to that of Hunger Games movie. 3.5

This may not totally erase the possibility of zero casualties but at least it's lesser. What do you think?  3.5

<There were several solutions suggested and are available:  weather apps, and in Thailand telcos do the texting free because not so many people have android;   trouble?  People ignore the weather alerts and pleas for evacuation  JUS>

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NU12 # 9 Grocery Shopping Solution by Albert Bryan Abelido

With so many things to do day in and day out like work, going to school, attending press conferences and showbiz events; one thing that I have been missing doing is the joy of doing grocery shopping. I consider grocery shopping as a stress reliever activity and normally it takes me more than 2 hours just a few number of items plus the queuing up to pay the bills. Unfortunately, I don't have the luxury of time to do that anymore. :(

How I wish there's an application where I could just do my grocery shopping and pay it online. I can select the goods that I wanted to buy with certain specifications. There will also be an option to deliver it right on my doorsteps on a specific time period. It should also be freshness guaranteed.

If this will happen, I will save on time (travel going to and from the grocery story, lining up for paying bills) and money (will only buy what's needed, associated transportation cost; and the possibility that I might do sidetrip shopping...hehe). Moreover, I could still enjoy the happiness of grocery shopping remotely. 

Looking forward to make this happen.   3

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NU12 Series by Albert Bryan Abelido

Lining up on train is undeniably a problem that everybody faces in the metro especially in EDSA except when there's a holiday or a Pacquiao fight. I've been wondering how could we get out of this situation or at the very least lessen the agony.

One thing I could think of is a passengers all-access card that can be used on trains, buses, taxis and jeepneys. The transportation card will serve as the fare and can be loaded through cellphone or buying it from sari-sari stores or malls. You need to register your cellphone number with the transportation card to receive alerts on the best mode of transportation to check on to given the traffic situation. You will also feel more secured since the accredited buses, taxis, and jeepneys are registered and being tracked. Eventually, only registered public transportation can be allowed to pass along EDSA so that MMDA can control the number of vehicles on the street. The only time when the drivers or the owners of these public transportation will drive along EDSA if they receive an alert message coming from the MMDA.

What do you think of the idea?  4

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com
Subject: NU12 # 7 It's a YES! by Albert Bryan Abelido
Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 23:11:18 +0800

If there's one memorable evening I had as a student of the Ateneo Graduate School of Business, it's the Night of Entrepreneurs organized by the class. I'm simply in awe of the transformation stories of guests entrepreneurs who were very passionate with what they're currently doing. During that night, I was wondering...will I be one of them? A question that has been going in my mind for the past days after that night.

After much meditation, I realized that there's much to benefit if I'll become an entrepreneur.

1. Self Mastery - Considering that I will be the captain already of my own ship, a need for me to fully understand what can I do and cannot is a must. By acknowledging my strengths and weaknesses, I will be able to complement it with the right partners that will put this endeavor to greater heights. I will be master of my destiny as well as everything depends on how I will run it. I will feel more secured with my job as I know first hand on how will it propel in the future.
2. The Price of Freedom - yes freedom from the demands from my boss which sometimes I don't agree on. I'll get to decide how I want things to happen. I can even choose where and when to work.
3. Money Is Limitless - I will no longer be restricted with my monthly salary. I can earn more, more than I can ever imagine. But it's not all about the money. It's about being to do what I love most being money as secondary. I can pursue my passion and a better person will emerge from this undertaking.

So, it's a YES! 3

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com
To: profjorge.entrep.nu12@blogger.com
Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 21:35:45 +0800

What pisses me off at the mall is when security personnel tries to check on my stuff upon by just putting the stick inside and do not even bother to see what's inside my bag. It seems to me that they're just doing it for compliance rather than for security purposes. I'm sure I'm not the only one sharing this sentiment and others can relate on this too.

I have no problems with them checking my bag. I just wanted it done correctly coz if not, then they better do something else more productive. In addition, they could do it in a courteous manner that customers would welcome the check. I'm not saying that this is applicable to all but there are just more security personnel who are not doing it right. Sometimes I find it weird that the mall needs to have a double checking. Apart from the security personnel doing his thing, a sensor equipment is also installed. Why can't just one be effective?

What do I suggest? Eliminate wasted time.

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com
To: profjorge.entrep.nu12@blogger.com
Subject: NU12 # 5 Serendipity Walk by Albert Bryan Abelido
Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 18:24:01 +0800

I had a gimik at Tomas Morato and decided to have a serendipity walk to observe businesses in our area from GMA Kamuning MRT Station. I was so surprised that I was walking along Timog, a lot of new business establishments have been sprouting already.

Food & Drinks
1. Korean restaurant
2. Resto bar & grill
3. Carinderia
4. Fruit vendor in cart
5. Fishball vendor
6. Isaw vendor
7. Bakery
8. Coffee Shop (Highlands Coffee)
9. Dampa
10. Tea Shop

Others
11. Condo units and apartelles
12. Mini grocery (Mini Stop and 7/11)
13. Computer shop
14. Laundry shop
15. Derma clinics
16. Salon/spa
17. Appliance repair shop
18. Car shop
19. Clothing boutique
20. Financial institue (bank, money changer) 3

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com
Subject: NU12 # 4 New Work Practices by Albert Bryan Abelido
Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 17:59:51 +0800

Among the top reasons why I'm staying with IBM is that I'm enjoying the benefits of working from home. I'm given a day in a week to do my tasks and attend meetings from home.

Initially, I was a bit apprehensive of the idea since I would love to see how my direct reports work and have a face to face meetings with my client and peers. This has changed when I tried to understand how I work with my clients. They're located abroad and I can only see them through Google Hangouts but expected results are delivered. What's more important are the metrics and relationships that you maintain above par.

Yes I enjoy working from home. The environment is less stressful and no traffic to endure. If I wanted to shout I could yell it at home. It also saved me money from commuting and helped me get away with eats from the fast food. I also felt more productive because I'm at a state where I'm more relaxed and in my comfort zone. Above all, I'm experiencing work life balance.

Are you for working from home? 3

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com

Subject: NU12 # 3 New Spending Habits by Albert Bryan Abelido
Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 17:46:45 +0800

The presence of website deals like that of Groupon and CashCashPinoy has changed the spending habits of consumers. Initially, I thought this will yield me savings. However, as I grabbed some good deals in the site I realized that my spending has increased. I'm overshadowed by the fact that I'm getting discounts in my purchases and that I could purchase a lot from my money.

The convenience of doing online shopping with excellent deals has greatly shaped the spending habits of consumers. In your fingertips, you could get whatever you want and have it delivered in your doorsteps. This could be deceived as a frugal way of spending hard earned money but is it really the case.

These trends have benefited a lot of retailers and service companies. This has also been some businesses bread and butter to be able to sustain operations. One of the pitfalls though are consumers rarely had the chance to check on the commodities unlike when you're able to touch and test it.

Are you an online deals shopper?

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com
Subject: NU12 # New Paradigm by Albert Bryan Abelido
Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 02:47:55 +0800

One thing that struck me with my last semester in the Ateneo Graduate School of Business that's starting to push me to become a better person is to embrace my individuality fully. I have always been a different person while in the graduate school. In fact, I was not the friendliest person that people thought about me when I'm in the office or social gatherings. I have always distanced myself from my classmates and have not been investing much in building relationships.

I'm glad that I took Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing as my elective subjects. It did not only expose me to the real world of undertaking businesses but has instilled in me the value of being your best self where ever you are. Knowing thyself is something that I have always espoused of but I guess such is not enough if you're not doing something on the attitudes that make you weak.

I'm overwhelmed with my experience in the last semester. I built new relationships that I know will help me become the more productive and love-worthy person that I am. Also, a new paradigm sets in, i.e., it's not enough that you learn the concepts behind a phenomenon, it's important that you acknowledge the people behind it. So as I move on from MBA, I'll continue to be true to myself so that people will also be true to me. 3

Mabuhay!

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From: albertbryan.s.abelido@hotmail.com
To: profjorge.entrep.nu12@blogger.com
Subject: NU12 # New Product Improvements by Albert Bryan Abelido
Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 17:16:06 +0800

I've been blogging through Chikka-nessavenue.com and I'm thinking of ways on how I can increase viewership and advertisements on my blog. My blog features only positive things and promotional activities to help boost patronage to a celebrity or a movie or tv show.

Since I started blogging last August 2012, I've been invited to presscons, premiere nights, album launching, exclusive parties, and was able to conduct interviews. My blog has also branched out to other social media tools like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube. For only around a year of blogging, I must say that I have gained the trust and confidence of some producers, artists, directors, and fans club that I can put value to their work.

However, I cannot just sit on my laurels. I have a lot of things and cannot be just complacent.

I've been thinking of the below improvements for my blog to help boost its popularity.

1. Redesign the blogsite so it will be easier to read and navigate.
2. Feature fans club in an interview to understand their struggles and dedication to their "idols"
3. Partner with indie producers to help them advertise their films by doing behind the shoot interviews and through the videos, I'll bring them closer to the cinephiles.
4. Feature different celebrity brand ambassadors so I could help out increase patronage of the products they're endorsing.  4

Any thoughts or additional suggestions on how can I improve my blog?

<Please take note that descriptive NU 12 ideas did not receive any grade)