The Philippine postal system has existed spanning over 250 years. In 1767, the first post office in the Philippines was established in the city of Manila.
At first, the postal office served mainly to courier government and church documents. In 1779, it skirted Manila and the entire Philippine archipelago. In 1838, Manila became known as a leading center of postal services within Asia.
By then post offices were set up not only in Manila but in many major towns and cities in provinces which included package or parcel delivery. The service has evolved through the years and still being provided by most postal systems, express mail, and private courier companies.
Delivery services are among the first category industries in full operational capacity whether in-house or outsourced, transporting food, medicine, other essential goods such as hygiene products and medical supplies, clothing, accessories, hardware, housewares and appliances, school and office supplies, including computer accessories, ink, IT, communications, and electronics equipment, pet food, and other veterinary products. Among other commodities being delivered to our doorsteps are flowers, party package, laundry, organic fruits and vegetables.
In the early stage of the Luzon lockdown, local delivery service providers has offered contactless shipping during the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) period, allowing people to buy and sell online.
On-demand delivery services in Metro Manila and nationwide remain uninterrupted such as GrabExpress (parcels delivered on-demand, with real-time tracking which means your parcel will get picked up immediately and delivered straight to recipient), Lalamove (provides on-demand and same-day delivery services through their mobile and web app connected to thousands of partner drivers in most areas in Metro Manila and its outskirts), Angkas Padala (an on-demand roadside delivery service where senders and recipients must meet the biker outside to send and receive packages through the Angkas App), MrSpeedy (provides same-day delivery and cash on delivery), Transportify (a full-service logistics marketplace powered by sophisticated web and mobile app technology that allows businesses to book and manage ground transportation of their goods, cargo, and merchandise), LBC Express (a full-service logistics provider that offers shipping, tracking, courier and cash on delivery services), 2GO Express (continues to deliver essential goods, documents and e-commerce), DHL Express (a full-service logistics provider that offers international shipping, tracking and courier delivery services.)
In Pampanga, one of the most sought Facebook group page is Food Delivery Pampanga (FDP) created by Kit Deang on April 12, 2020 with 17,470 active members aimed to assist new and small medium enterprises (SMEs) struggling to survive in this COVID19 pandemic. Caren Kwong-Basilio of K Cafe posted in her FB page, “SMEs are one of the most vulnerable sectors with no sales during the lockdown, the usually cash strapped SMEs are hard-pressed to keep up with payroll, rental and loan commitments with hashtags #SupportLocal #HomeGrownBrands #GoLocal #SaveTheSMEs.” The FDP has an impressive and wide array of foods so delectable to the palate from lechon to packed meals, breads, desserts, fresh seafood, frozen foods, condiments or “Pasa-buy” and “Papa-bili” for other items which are made accessible and convenient to customers as their orders will be delivered straight to their homes and offices. Other delivery services are Gogomove, Kooryr.ph, Pa Deliver, Grab Food, Food Panda, Mangan.ph and Papa.ph. Homegrown restaurants like Bif’s Smoke & Grill, K Cafe and Fresh Green Leaf, aside from take-out or pick-up options, has tapped Food Panda and Mangan.ph for their deliveries. Some fast foods, home-grown restaurants and cafes rely on their own delivery services to preserve the quality and freshness of the food they offer. Delivery fees range from a minimum of Php 50.00 or more. On a positive note, the pandemic has showcased the culinary skills, resilience and unending hope of the Capampangans in particular and the Filipinos in general.
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GREETINGS:
Happy reading to the lovely couple Atty. Erick and Christine Trent-Mosuela of Business Development Department II, Clark Development Corporation. Their family is a circle of strength, founded on faith, joined in love and kept by God. They built a Christ-centered home as active members of the First Church of the Nazarene. Atty Erick happens to be my Kappa Sigma fraternity brother in college together with fellow Iorbitnewsonline columnists Chandler Ramas III and Atty Jun Bautista and Pastor Miguel Morales based in Maui, Hawaii, USA. He is an Attorney-at-law of Mosuela, Buan & Associates Law Office at Room 308 PG Bldg, MacArthur Highway, Dau, Mabalacat, Pampanga.
ANNOUNCEMENT:
Our deepest condolences to the family (husband Bro Jonathan Nogoy, children Jorelle, Jenina and Julian) of the late Madam Joyce Nogoy, her remains lie in state at the Mercy Chapel, La Pieta Memorial Park. Interment will be announced soon.
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FEEDBACK: (Column entitled “The sudden impact of the COVID19 curriculum)
Dr. Milette L. Caparas, retired college professor, current social services director, USA
“Welcome back to journalism fold Mark! It has been years but you are still very good! Keep on punching if needed!”
Bro June Gonzales Centeno, retired US Navy Master Chief
“A very timely article on education in Philippine schools during the pandemic. It was a pleasure to have provided some input. Thanks Brother Mark AC Sison!”
Bro Arnel S. Cauguiran, retired US Navy Senior Chief
“SUCCINT and ON POINT ya ing piece mu Brader Mark AC Sison. I can see PETER JENNINGS and DAN RATHER in the making here.”
Mel Bernatia, retired teacher
“I agree 100% that our students learn faster using the online resources. I find them bored while the teacher is discussing lessons via a black/white board.”
Aaron Salas-Tanhueco, civil servant and businessman
“I just read your article koy. Very nicely written. It shows a truthful status including both clear advantages & enigmas the education system will be facing in its decision to re open classes & introduce online learning this school year despite the on going pandemic. It also manifest honest factual opinions from credible resources about the issue. Witty, precise & informative koy. Kudos keka! Also, thank you for the special mention. I really appreciate it. Looking forward sir to your next news feature.”
Juden L. Sarmiento, real estate broker
“Great insights! Now we can glance how important is education as a business, as a source of employment and how they value our children. I just dont know how competent (or the lack of it) are the people manning the national posts in addressing this issue re: covid. The way I see it, with things going on worldwide and rising infections in our country and the pending second
wave, it is better to have our love ones with us than enrolled demised children and will only be statistics in the eye of government while we bear the pain. Stay Home! Education can be rescheduled. Why the rush? The impact if dealt improperly will be lasting as a void in the hearts of a parents.”