The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has honored outstanding organizations from Central Luzon for their commitment to quality management and operational excellence through the 2024 Philippine Quality Award (PQA) Regionalization Program.
The PQA is the country’s highest recognition for organizational performance excellence, established by Republic Act No. 9013 to promote quality and productivity across both public and private sectors.
The PQA Regionalization Program, under DTI Department Administrative Order 22-12, serves as a pathway to the prestigious national PQA recognition. It encourages organizations to adopt world-class standards, improve operations, and enhance competitiveness and sustainability.
The Regional Awardees are:
Recognition for Proficiency in Quality Management (Level 2)
- La Consolacion University Philippines – Malolos, Bulacan
- Pampanga State Agricultural University – Magalang, Pampanga
Recognition for Proficiency in Quality Management (Level 1)
- Angel Farmers Gourmet Food Corp. – Magalang, Pampanga
- Angeles City Local Government
- Department of Education (DepEd) – Aurora Schools Division
- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) – Bataan Field Office
- Don Honorio Ventura State University – Bacolor, Pampanga
- JVF Center for Technical Studies and Assessment, Inc. – Gapan City, Nueva Ecija
- Philippine Carabao Center at Central Luzon State University (CLSU) – Muñoz, Nueva Ecija
DTI-3 Regional Director Edna D. Dizon commended the awardees for their continuous dedication to improvement and excellence. “These organizations set a strong example in promoting a culture of quality and efficiency, which helps strengthen our local economy and positions the region as a leader in quality,” she said.
The PQA, administered by DTI, is not a competition but a rigorous assessment process aimed at helping organizations enhance their management practices, improve competitiveness, and align with global standards. Through the PQA, DTI continues to empower organizations to foster quality standards that build consumer trust and boost global competitiveness.
