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Which legislation ensures the safeguarding of data collected and processed by public and private companies in the Philippines?
Which legislation ensures the safeguarding of data collected and processed by public and private companies in the Philippines?
What is the primary purpose of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 in relation to BPO clients and companies?
What is the primary purpose of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 in relation to BPO clients and companies?
Which government agency is responsible for overseeing the development and use of information and communication technology in the Philippines?
Which government agency is responsible for overseeing the development and use of information and communication technology in the Philippines?
How does Republic Act 10844 support BPOs and outsourcing providers in the Philippines?
How does Republic Act 10844 support BPOs and outsourcing providers in the Philippines?
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What aspect of BPO work schedules is highlighted in the text as varying based on countries served?
What aspect of BPO work schedules is highlighted in the text as varying based on countries served?
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Which legislation allows BPOs and outsourcing providers legal use of local ICT resources in the Philippines?
Which legislation allows BPOs and outsourcing providers legal use of local ICT resources in the Philippines?
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What was the purpose of Department Circular No. 1, Series Of 2008?
What was the purpose of Department Circular No. 1, Series Of 2008?
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Why did the Department of Labor and Employment amend the labor code specific to BPO workers?
Why did the Department of Labor and Employment amend the labor code specific to BPO workers?
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What was the main outcome of Department Advisory No. 4, Series Of 2010 regarding female BPO employees?
What was the main outcome of Department Advisory No. 4, Series Of 2010 regarding female BPO employees?
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Why did DOLE amend the labor code to exempt women from the nightwork prohibition?
Why did DOLE amend the labor code to exempt women from the nightwork prohibition?
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What is the significance of requiring a medical clearance from a physician for pregnant and nursing female BPO employees?
What is the significance of requiring a medical clearance from a physician for pregnant and nursing female BPO employees?
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How did the Department of Labor and Employment demonstrate consideration for pregnant and nursing women in the BPO industry?
How did the Department of Labor and Employment demonstrate consideration for pregnant and nursing women in the BPO industry?
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What types of facilities are employers required to provide under the provisions mentioned in the text?
What types of facilities are employers required to provide under the provisions mentioned in the text?
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Which act guarantees BPO employees adjustments and incentives like night differentials and overtime pay?
Which act guarantees BPO employees adjustments and incentives like night differentials and overtime pay?
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Under which act are BPO employees given the right to paid leaves and the choice to work or take a leave on public holidays?
Under which act are BPO employees given the right to paid leaves and the choice to work or take a leave on public holidays?
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What is one requirement for BPO employees who work offsite as stated in the text?
What is one requirement for BPO employees who work offsite as stated in the text?
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Which aspect is NOT covered by the Telecommuting Act as per the text?
Which aspect is NOT covered by the Telecommuting Act as per the text?
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How does violation of provisions regarding facilities for employees impact employers?
How does violation of provisions regarding facilities for employees impact employers?
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