There have been plenty of developments to my life lately but nothing romantic of the sort. That's not a bummer though because I seriously don't have time for that except that I get to think about it in times like this where my thoughts wander about just everywhere. Gee! I want pizza! I want chicken! I want beer. No. Milktea. Guess, I haven't changed.

Going back, thank God! Finally, I'm a senior student now. Let that sink in for a minute. Whoo! I'm in sheer joy whenever I see myself wearing the senior's uniform. It's like - I don't know - wearing some kind of medal or something. And I get to wear it twice in a week. How about that? You know, forgive me but simple things like that means a lot to me now. Simple things.

Here's an artwork I made recently. It's a personal project I call 'Font Series'.

Simple things because my life just got complicated. Sometimes it's a mess and sometimes I make it appear like it's not. I don't know. Coz, aside from our Capstone project, the On the Job Training which I seriously need to give attention to by rendering more hours and some minor but needy subjects I have taken some risk to get extra income. I know what you're thinking but hold that thought for a while.

I'm not sure about this but all of a sudden it's like the world finally turned around and told me in a very familiar voice "I have piled up some straws for you. Now turn them into gold!". Then you realized the voice was of Morgan Freeman and like any other movies narrated by that cool guy my journey was just about to begin.

And here I am with projects from here and there. I have two out of school affiliations which requires my design and video editing skills, respectively. I'm still with the Davao Bloggers. I have two personal projects on queue and oh my gahd I have some responsibilities in the student government. I have also managed to develop some penchant for Tacos (I normally I don't eat Mexican food), acquired two new gadgets and I may have gotten that 'weird' vibe around me like when I dreamed I ate a live goldfish. Also I've been contemplating of trying 'skateboarding' for a hobby.


I'm not complaining though. In fact, keep them coming YOLO. lol. This is why I haven't been able to blog lately and I don't know, with all the stress, this would either make or break me.

So please if you have nothing important to say don't add up to my stress. Please? Just give me that for my birthday present. And yeah it's coming. I'll be a year older in days time! Hahaha. No plans yet but my empty non-existing wallet tells me that I'm penniless. So I'll probably have no birthday plans at all. I wish to do more good decisions in the years to come though so I can "Live long and prosper." That sounds like a good plan! For now. I'll be Spock until I have some concrete plans for my future. :)

SAP and Oracle differ in modules however they share some functions where we can base our assessment and comparison. But before that here's a little biased image comparing SAP and Oracle as far as technology is concerned.



Both have Supply Chain Management or Advance Planning, Maintenance, Costing, Treasury Management, Materials Management, Production Planning and Control, Localization , Project Systems, Payroll, Transactional Reporting and ESA Open Architechture.

In the Advanced Planning, SAP has a very strong advanced planning solution while Oracle has recently changed the Architecture of ts Demand planning module which requires significant testing and stabilization. In maintenance, Oracle is less superior because of their history in supporting the use of 3rd party solutions.

As costing is directly linked to the production process, SAP's costing solution is more tightly integrated compared to Oracle. Treasury module is a recent addition to Oracle suite so it's a work in progress unlike SAP having established this over time.

Batch Traceability of raw materials, in Materials Management module, is strong and integrated in SAP. In Production Planning and Control, Oracle supports a combination of the process and discrete manufacturing solution the same instance in SAP.

Localization is not an integrated part of the core Oracle application thus an add-on. In Project systems, Oracle does not have a comprehensive project monitoring tool as part of its Projects module and has to be integrated with 3rd Party products. Sap, on the other hand, has it as an integral part of the projects business cycle from the project procurement to cash budgeting etc in case of rescheduling on the project timelines.

This leads us to the conclusion that SAP product support is better managed as its MySAP suite has far less number of batches compare to Oracle.

2. Conduct research on an ERP package other than SAP that would be suitable for a large organization (Php 1 billion in revenue) and compare the modules that it has to SAP modules.

The people who are bound to work under ERP and its web of business processes must also spun a thread of web to each other to achieve success. The most common failures in Enterprise resource planning implementation happens when circumstances are shifted. In Martha Heller's article "5 ERP Errors CFO's Can Avoid" she coined out, by experience, that the planning stages in ERP is very essential to the success of its implementation whether circumstances are shifted or tested over the course of time.

"If you don’t set them up from the start with the right people, product, partners, and expectations, you may as well not start at all.", Heller stated in her article. The failure in the story or situation the author has established started when the ERP project had run amok and all they have is a newly hired CIO to take care of the problem because the former CIO, who was there at the start and knows the system very well, has already retired from the job.

Instead of digging deeper into the problem, the author simply learned from the story and came up with a helpful list of 'Do Not's'. The reason why we can never solve the problem in the story, by analysis, is that the mistake has already been done and there is nothing the new CIO can do about it. The new CIO would only have to evaluate the impact of the mistake to the company and think about leaving the company the next day.

 In effect, the company had to start over from scratch and the CFO, who is by the way responsible of hiring a new CIO, was held accountable for the damage ergo he's dead. From this, we can conclude that the successes and failures ERP Implementation greatly depends on how much you've worked hard for it at the start. This means perfection is mandatory in ERP and as CFO, you need to watch out for CIO's who has already plotted out their escape plan conveniently after hell breaks loose in an ERP Project.

1.Conduct research on the Web Sites of either CIO Magazine or CFO Magazine for stories about ERP implementation successes and failures. Using specific examples, describe the reasons for the successes and failures. What conclusions can be reached?

“I've blamed myself enough for all the mistakes I've done during college.” And funny how I said that as though I'm already done with college. To tell you upfront, I'm still in college (that should be obvious) but most of my batch-mates are graduating (or have graduated) already. I really thought college was going to be an easy peasy affair.

A few minutes later our order was served. .

Ohhh...ano ka?? *drools*

Presented in a wooden plate and somehow reminded me of Sisig, Max's sizzling Tofu looked and smelled so delicious I hurriedly picked up the fork to try it.




Max's Sizzling Tofu tasted excellent. Its creamy sauce neutralized the hotness of the sliced green and red chili peppers while its ambrosial smell enticed us more to eat up to the last piece.



It was so good that I actually had a couple of flashbacks (the Tagaytay experience included) running up inside my head. The food we ordered was good, and so was the service and Sizzling Tofu only costs P160 (good for 2-3 persons). :-)

In the end, Kevyn and I was pleased by Jedy's decision. Kevyn even told Jedy "Jedy, for once you did something right!" and she most certainly did!! Admittedly, for a vegetarian, (Jedy) seems to know more about food.

From the way it looks, Max's Sizzling Tofu is a rare find. Like who would have thought you can eat a great Tofu dish in a CHICKEN Restaurant? At a reasonable price. ;-D

Although this has nothing to do with the post, really. . Just refer to the title!!

And I friggin hate it because the only reason I was able to come up with to convince myself it wasn't my fault is that my cellphone which served as my alarm clock for 2 years already was left charging in the living room till morning. So I ranted about what happened early in the morning and later on convinced myself to cheer up, told my mom to wake me up early each day starting next week no matter what and try setting my body clock this weekend. And hopefully I'll be able to make up with my CHST class next week.



Then, I waited for some hours to pass by and went to school for my next subject. I was still late even though my next class was rescheduled at 11:00 am - 12:00 nn ( 9:30 - 10:30 on regular school days). So I hurried my paces as I entered the school. I passed by the lobby and saw some of my classmates (Princess, Jedy and Kevyn) and just "HI!-ed" to them.  I was about to go upstairs when I realized Kevyn was my classmate in IT Research. And the way he looked was as though we don't have class in IT Research. Then I decided to go back to the lobby to confirm if we have no class. But even before I could ask him, they all gave me a confused stare and then Kevyn asked "Do you know we don't have a class in IT Research?"

And so as not to look dumb for running across the lobby in such a hurry, I said "Of course, I know. .I was just looking for somebody! I need to meet her. So urgent.". Then we exchange a couple of conversations until we reached a Food destination and thus my string of Good Luck started.

We first went to Annipie to try out their cinnamon rolls! But we ended up ordering a box of their brownies galore. Still, because Annipie ought to be our cinnamon destination, I ordered a Choco Mocha Cinnamon roll! (Ohh..i can't stop the rhyming, I'm not on the timing! lol )

There cinnamon rolls price ranges from P 29 - P 55, each. While a box of their yummy brownies costs around P 180.
Me, Kevyn and Princess. Jedy took the Photos! Thanks. :)

Jedy and me. Jedy, Me and Princess! :D

Good luck didn't seem to have stopped from there just yet because they allowed us to bring inside my favorite milk tea drink which shop was just across the street, 360 Degrees. :-)

Oo, ako na ang product endorser ng 360! Hehe.

After that sweet and filling lunch! We headed to school to attend the Orientation of ITE Students regarding the new Student's Handbook for the Information Technology Education students in our University.

It was quite of an insightful orientation but most of my classmates and friends fell or tend to sleep during the orientation. I, however, paid attention for I am personally threatened by a certain law in the IT Students handbook about the subjects I need to pass in order to get the specialization program next semester. Well, there's this Computer Hardware subject now which I need to pass and get a high grade on in the end of the semester to get that BSIT Major in Multimedia standing!

But like I've mentioned earlier, my academic performance on this particular subject is shamefully affected by my always being late (technically), yet I'm considered absent. Actually, I don't have any intentional absences on this class, just late-turned-absent. I'm actually scared that I might get dropped soon if I don't start changing my lifestyle. That's why no more facebook and blogging at night now! :(

And I was like this.

After the orientation which got me somehow nervous. I promised to myself that starting today, everything will change! And that I will change for the better. Then came later, when a classmate approached us. .and asked. .

"Ba't hindi kayo pumasok sa IT Research?"

If you notice, my updates here on markable.me have been on a weekly schedule.I wanted to round up the events that happened to me for the week but I think it's still not too late to start daily blogging all over again.I've been busy at school for almost a month now.Guess what!?

I've always been curious and envious about how stars and other public figures live their lives.Shooting here! Shooting there! Buy this and buy that, Pay for this and that! Memorize this and pakk!

Today, I learned that it wasn't really easy to become a star.The spotlight is yours, at any place and at any time.I may not be able to speak for the celebrities working on real studios and such but then doing a film project wasn't as easy as doing funny faces on a mirror by yourself.(I do that a lot though)



Tasked by our not-so-demanding Literature teacher to do a music video for any of the stories we have discussed on class.We went to different locations to shoot the music video about "Child Laborers".The concept was taken from the documentary "Minsan Lang Sila Bata" and in a way also from "The Children of the City".Our first option was actually "The Emperor's New Clothes" but then we couldn't find a good song that is somehow relevant to the story.I considered "I'm Too Hot" by Fred but my group mates wasn't fascinated by the ridiculously awkward scenes shown in the video.Ha-ha!

Most of us are camera shy, well at least I've managed not to be one in my scene.lol.We would've wanted to just hire kids on the public market to become the stars of the music video since it'll be all about them( children).But our not-so-demanding teacher wanted us to appear (most of the time) in the video.And yes! we are in the public market not only because there may be lots of child laborer inside but our teacher have limited the places we should go to for the shoot.In fact there are only 4, (School, Public Market(which is just next to our school), Cemetery(a trike away from school) and in 2 of the most secured place in Davao San Pedro Church and People's Park).While it is obvious that she is well, concerned about our safety (which is quite touching to note).Char! The music video could have gone better if we went on locations which would add a more "dramatic" feel on our vid.

But anyway, while shooting. . .I've learned that it is hard to be a star.Ang hirap maging artista! For beginners like we are, one would have to gulp down his/her pride, shyness and even image - to create another image that would make the project great.

It's hard because we have to search for location.

It's hard because we do not have much time.

It's hard because we haven't plotted everything.

It's hard because along the way we have to conceptualize a scene.

It's hard because the sun cursed us with its scorching heat.

It's hard because it take quite some courage to ask people to do a cameo and all that.

It's hard because we do not have all the equipments.In fact we only have a mobile cam and our talents to give.

It's hard because we are mentally pressured by what our not-so-demanding teacher have told us last meeting "I do not want to see mediocre works"!

Basta it's hard! Not soft.Life is just hard behind the camera. . . how much more, in real life?

To be continued...

So, I haven't been able to update this blog on a regular basis.Why, because there is so much to think about at school that it left me no time to publish anything on this blog.Not until now, Thank God It's Weekend! And I will do a weekend recap of my observations on my First Week in the New School!!

1st Day:

New Polo! New Shirt! New Shoes! New Brief (LOLS)! New Me!! It's first day of class and it was my first time to wear a uniform - or maybe it was the first time that I was able to wear a DECENT ONE! I was really cautious every time I walk or sit down I always see to it that it won't get dirty.And I've observed that, it wasn't just me who's kinda paranoid about getting his uniform dirty - I bet, Just about everybody! Private School kasi.

2nd Day:


3rd Day:

That's me, Classmate 1 and Classmate 2.We're actually surprise of how easy the lessons are! We tackled about a simple "Hello World" program.The teacher explained each of it's parts and given that we're actually transferee's we can say "that's just a piece of cake". And not just that, even on my other subjects.Oh boy, it feels like I'm in high school.It might not be intellectually challenging but after having been to a school that would kill your brains - this is Heaven! The 3 of us were also the geeks of Accounting! lol

4th Day:

There is something strange about the 4th day.If I am not with my friends who are also a transferee like me.It's like I am forced to smile or say Hi to people, especially with my new classmates  for no apparent reason.Well, I could say that I am a nice person but smiling all the time -WTF!

5th Day:

It was Friday that I got the chance to get inside the library alone.Before that, my friends  told me to watch out for the "Nun/Librarian".They say she always look for something that would make you "get-the-hell-out-of-the-library". Matanda na raw kasi! Haha.When I got into the library, the coast was clear.No signs of the so acclaimed grumpy Nun around. Then I started reading a random book until she came. There were 3 girl students on the other table.The Nun went to them , discussed something, scolded them and ask them to get out. One of the 3 girls went behind me to return the books and I asked her what's Sisters' problem? She told me they were just checking their time through the cellphone and poof! The nun started to give them some sermon and kicked them out of the library. All of a sudden, I was the only student inside the library and the nun was on her way to the office.I started getting nervous.Afraid of what she have to say."Don't come near me or else...I'll run!".She was coming near me when I said that to my mind.Closer..now even closer..furious, smoking. she walks so fast as if she'd punch me when she reaches my place. And then, "WAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!" I screamed inside my mind.Whew! She just passed by me. I eyed her and our eyes met.And nervously, I said "Good Afternoon Sistah!".Are nuns supposed to be nice? or at least seem nice? Well she could be but she just doesn't look nice - at all!

That's all for now! I'm tired - wahh.I'm sleepy. zZzZZ (-_-)