loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic which has affected onsite work operations, particularly non-essential ones.over Luzon and other parts of the country in March following the surge of COVID-19 cases.
Under this measure, several onsite work operations have been called off in order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Essential industries were allowed to operate on a skeletal workforce. While only Cebu and Mandaue City remain under ECQ, strict measures on public movement remain in place in several parts of the country including the National Capital Region, which is now under theTo help businesses earn amid the lockdown, micro, small and medium enterprises were encouraged to utilize technology in order to thrive.MSMEs to set up an online business counterpart to have a presence in the e-commerce landscape and augment their income.
“Unlike physical stores, online businesses did not close down when the quarantine was imposed. In fact, they were able to further expand their businesses as there was no other option,” he said. “As a result, one can continue to sell their products or services to generate revenues and provide continued employment, as needed,” Lacierda added.