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OUR PARTNERS: big and small

One of the biggest malls in the country is SM North
EDSA. Opened in 1985, it is considered iconic as it
became a convergence point and place of destination
for those not only from QC but from other cities and
nearby provinces as well. Through the years, the mall’s
management has been dealing with the BPLD for their
business licenses and permits.

Jocelyn Ann Lapid-Clarino, Assistant Vice President,
Premier 1 of SM North EDSA, was impressed with her The QC BIZ EASY is not only for big businesses but
dealings with the BPLD, describing the transaction as for ALL business owners: from businesses that
“convenient and professional.” have been operating for years or just opened
during the pandemic, or big businesses such as
conglomerates or multinational firms, or SMEs like a
small convenience outlet providing essentials inside
a village.

Due to the convenience provided by the BPLD,
business owners find it easier to comply with
the requirements of the LGU and they are also
encouraging other businesses to do so. Now, even
home-based businesses, which emerged in big
numbers during the pandemic, are registering their
businesses because of the convenience in applying
and acquiring their permits, which is essential in
growing their business.

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