DISKWENTO CARAVAN 2022 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT AND SUCCESS STORIES KADIWA NG PASKO www.DTI.gov.ph SUCCESS STORIES SALES REPORT
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OBJECTIVES The DC offers discounts of up to 50% on various basic necessities, such as food items, hygiene products, and school supplies. The DTI Diskwento Caravan was launched in 2008 as a response to the increasing prices of basic commodities in the country. The program aims to help ease the burden of Filipino consumers, especially those who are living in poverty or who are affected by natural calamities. The DC is a collaborative effort between the DTI and various partner organizations, such as manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. These organizations provide the products that are sold in the caravan, and they also help in the promotion and dissemination of information about the program. Moreover, The DCis conducted in different parts of the country, particularly in areas that are underserved by traditional retail establishments. The caravan usually stays in a particular location for a few days to a week, depending on the demand and the availability of products. During this time, consumers can visit the caravan and purchase the products at discounted prices. To ensure that the products sold in the caravan are of good quality, the DTI requires that they are sourced from reputable manufacturers and distributors. The products also undergo quality control checks to ensure that they meet the standards set by the agency. Aside from offering affordable and quality products, the DTI Diskwento Caravan also provides an opportunity for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to showcase their products and reach a wider audience. The caravan also promotes responsible consumption and encourages consumers to prioritize their basic needs over non-essential items. Overall, the DTI Diskwento Caravan is an important program that helps alleviate the burden of Filipino consumers, especially those who are struggling to make ends meet. The caravan provides affordable and quality products, promotes responsible consumption, and supports MSMEs, making it a valuable initiative for the Philippines. The DTI Diskwento Caravan (DC) is an initiative by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to bring affordable and quality products to consumers in different parts of the country. D I S K W E N T O C A R A V A N 2 0 2 2 | 1
D I S K W E N T O C A R A V A N 2 0 2 2 | 1 Success Stories Odette Response DTI Diskwento Caravan in San Joaquin Serves 25 Typhoon-Hit Barangays The objectives of the DTI IPO Diskwento Caravan have been consistently realized with the full support of the LGU and strong collaboration of manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of essential commodities. The objectives of the DTI IPO Diskwento Caravan have been consistently realized with the full support of the LGU and strong collaboration of manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of essential commodities. The municipality of San Joaquin, Iloilo is one of the municipalities badly affected by Typhoon Odette in December 2021. The calamity left severe damages especially to the houses of the residents. Due to this, the local government unit (LGU) provided shelter assistance to the people in January 2022. With the financial aid, the beneficiaries needed to purchase construction materials to rebuild their homes. To provide the necessary mechanical and building products, the LGU in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Iloilo Provincial Office (IPO) organized the Diskwento Caravan in San Joaquin, Iloilo on 14 – 16 January 2022. One hundred fifty households in 25 barangays were able to buy quality steel bars, cement, angle bars, roofing materials, plywood, and other construction items at discounted prices from the nine participating retailers. A total of PHP 2,059,681.00 sales was generated.
DTI ZAMBALES: CONDUCTS BALIK ESKWELA DISKWENTO CARAVAN AND JOB FAIR The Balik Eskwela Diskwento Caravan is a DTI initiative that aims provide consumers a venue to avail of school supplies and uniforms in discounted prices and offer a wider access on school supplies and uniforms to the low budgeted income and marginalized consumers.
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KADIWA NG PASKO KADIWA ng Pasko is spearheaded by the DA, in cooperation with the DTI and DILG. This aims to provide consumers with affordable food and non-food commodities during the Christmas season. This will also help promote local products of micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs (MSMEs) and support farmers. D I S K W E N T O C A R A V A N 2 0 2 2 | 1
KADIWA NG PASKO Objectives KADIWA ng Pasko is spearheaded by the DA, in cooperation with the DTI and DILG. This aims to provide consumers with affordable food and non-food commodities during the Christmas season. This will also help promote local products of micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs (MSMEs) and support farmers. The DTI, a champion of MSMEs invited 9 remarkable businesses that showcased a plethora of products in the wearables, tannery, food and beverage (F&B) space. Re-living the experience, consumers were thrilled not only by the discounted deals but also the variety of products to choose from. Leather shoes from Marikina, trinkets, and accessories, a palamig to quench one’s thirst in the blazing Manila heat…you name it! There is indeed something for everyone. DTI Assistant Secretary Dominic R. Tolentino of the Regional Operations Group and the agency’s national program coordinator a champion for MSMEs, a Pioneer of the Diskwento Caravan was a pivotal character along with other DTI offices in the implementation of the Kadiwa ng Pasko, his dynamism coupled with experience guided the agency in providing a platform for BNPC manufacturers and MSMEs in what can be considered a successful launch.
D I S K W E N T O C A R A V A N 2 0 2 2 | 1 Convergence DTI Assistant Secretary Dominic R. Tolentino of the Regional Operations Group and the agency’s national program coordinator a champion for MSMEs, a Pioneer of the Diskwento Caravan was a pivotal character along with other DTI offices in the implementation of the Kadiwa ng Pasko, his dynamism coupled with experience guided the agency in providing a platform for BNPC manufacturers and MSMEs in what can be considered a successful launch. The DTI, a champion of MSMEs invited 9 remarkable businesses that showcased a plethora of products in the wearables, tannery, food and beverage (F&B) space. Reliving the experience, consumers were thrilled not only by the discounted deals but also the variety of products to choose from. Leather shoes from Marikina, trinkets, and accessories, a palamig to quench one’s thirst in the blazing Manila heat…you name it! There is indeed something for everyone. Participating MSMEs
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