Tarlac City, Philippines—The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the focal organization for the Asian Productivity Organization’s (APO) Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity (COE-PSP), conducted a five-day workshop titled “Strengthening the Public Service Value Chain” for the Department of Education (DepEd) – Region III leaders on January 20-24, 2025.

The workshop aimed to enhance productivity and improve service delivery by equipping participants with tools and strategies to optimize their public service value chain. Some 36 supervisors, division chiefs, and superintendents engaged in collaborative discussions and hands-on activities, focusing on value chain mapping, efficiency measurement, and the elimination of inefficiencies. The workshop was facilitated by COE-PSP Program Director Peter Dan Baon, culminating in the development of a comprehensive public service value chain for DepEd Region III.

In his message, DepEd Region III Officer-in-Charge Regional Director, Dr. Ronnie S. Mallari, CESO V, emphasized resilience, intellectual growth, and innovation as the cornerstones of productivity, urging participants to transform challenges into opportunities for growth.

The workshop concluded with participants reflecting on their roles in enhancing education service delivery. Balanga City Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Maylene Minimo, EdD, highlighted the importance of accountability and timeliness in achieving organizational goals. Olongapo City OIC-Schools Division Superintendent Imelda Macaspac, PhD, shared how the workshop equipped her to guide her team in identifying inefficiencies that directly impact their goals. Chief Education Supervisor Amando Yutuc, PhD, emphasized the need to streamline processes within the Curriculum Implementation Division, a sentiment echoed by Human Resource Development Division Chief William Bacani, who underscored the importance of collaboration in achieving organizational objectives.

DAP President and CEO Majah-Leah V. Ravago, PhD, expressed her gratitude to the participants and encouraged them to apply their learnings in building a resilient and prosperous society. She reminded them of their critical roles in shaping Filipino learners, empowering communities, and creating meaningful impact.

This successful workshop highlights the strong partnership between DAP and DepEd and their shared commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in public service.