Building a Business Empire with my Technological System

Chapter 276: The Selected Mission

Curious, Michael tapped the notification. A new screen appeared, listing various missions he could choose from to earn the necessary System Points. Each mission had a brief description and the number of points it would reward upon completion.

And it was an exhaustive list. Some missions were short with small rewards, while others were long and yielded high rewards. As he scrolled through the options, one mission caught his eye:

Mission: Establish a Successful Shipbuilding Company

Michael felt a wave of relief. This mission was directly related to his current predicament and seemed manageable. He had already acquired the shipyard, so the next steps were clear. This mission offered a substantial reward that would bring him closer to the 350,000 points needed for the advanced warship design.

He tapped on the mission, and a detailed description appeared:

Mission: Establish a Successful Shipbuilding Company.

Objective: Gather necessary permits and licenses, and make the shipyard operational. You don't have to necessarily build a ship; you just have to have a functional shipyard for your future endeavors.

Steps:

Obtain all required permits and licenses.

Complete necessary refurbishments and upgrades.

Hire and train a skilled workforce.

Ensure all equipment is operational.

Set up a basic operational framework for future shipbuilding projects.

Reward: 100,000 points

Of course, the first person who came to mind was Juliet. So he picked up his phone and dialed her number. As expected, she picked up the call almost immediately.

"Juliet, it's Michael. I need your help with something urgent," he said.

"Anything, Mr. Reyes. I'll be at your office as soon as possible. But I'm going to be a few minutes late. I'm at Starbucks buying coffee," Juliet said.

"Take your time, I'll wait for you here," Michael replied. "Just get here when you can."

"Understood. I'll be there shortly," Juliet confirmed before ending the call.

A short while later, Juliet arrived at his office, a tray of coffee cups in hand. She placed one on Michael's desk before sitting down.

"Alright, let's get started," she said, taking a sip of her own coffee. "What do you need me for, Mr. Reyes?"

Michael leaned forward and steepled his fingers. "Juliet, I'm going to need you to research about how to start a shipbuilding company here in the Philippines. I need detailed requirements and I need it now. How soon can I expect you to get that information?" he asked.

Juliet glanced at her watch. "Give me a couple of hours. I'll compile everything you need and have it ready before lunch."

"Perfect," Michael said, nodding appreciatively. "In the meantime, I'll reach out to some contractors and engineers for the refurbishments and upgrades. We need to get this place operational as soon as possible."

Juliet took a final sip of her coffee and stood up. "I'll get right on it, Mr. Reyes. Expect my call soon."

With that, Juliet left the office, and Michael began making his calls. He contacted several well-known engineering firms and contractors, explaining the urgency of the project. By the time Juliet returned, he had scheduled initial assessments for the following day.

Juliet walked back into his office, a stack of papers and a tablet in hand. "I've got everything you need, Mr. Reyes," she said, spreading the documents on his desk.

"What am I looking at?" Michael asked.

Juliet sat down and began explaining. "These are the specific licenses and permits you'll need to start the shipbuilding company. First, you'll need a business permit from the local government unit where the shipyard is located.

This includes securing a Mayor's Permit and registering your business with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) or the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), depending on the type of business entity you're forming."

"Alright, that sounds straightforward enough. What's next?"

"Next, you'll need an Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). This is crucial because shipbuilding can have significant environmental impacts, and you'll need to ensure your operations comply with environmental regulations."

"Got it. What's involved in getting the ECC?" Michael asked.

Juliet continued, "You'll need to submit an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that details the potential environmental effects of your operations and how you plan to mitigate them. The DENR will review this and may conduct site inspections before issuing the certificate."

"Understood. What else?" Michael asked, making mental notes.

"You'll also need to get building and construction permits for any refurbishments and upgrades to the shipyard. These are issued by the local government and ensure that all construction work complies with safety and zoning regulations."

Michael nodded. "We'll have to coordinate with the contractors on that."

"Exactly," Juliet confirmed. "Additionally, you'll need to register with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) if you want to take advantage of any tax incentives or other benefits for operating within an economic zone. This can provide significant cost savings."

"Wait, is the Subic Hanjin within the PEZA?" Michael inquired, it was new information to him.

"Yes, it is," Juliet replied, "which is why it's important to get registered with them. It will save us a lot in terms of taxes and provide other operational benefits."

Michael nodded, feeling more confident about the process. "Great, what else do we need?"

Juliet flipped through her papers. "You also need to secure a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). This ensures that all your facilities meet fire safety standards."

"Safety first," Michael agreed. "Anything else?"

"Yes," Juliet continued. "You'll need to register with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to ensure compliance with labor laws and standards. This is especially important since shipbuilding involves a large workforce."

"Understood. That's quite a list," Michael said, taking it all in. "But it's manageable. Let's get started on these right away."

"Uhm…sir…do you want it settled immediately?" Juliet asked, wanting clarification. She expected they'll work on these in the next month or two.

"Yes…I need it settled as soon as possible," Michael replied firmly. "We have no time to waste. The sooner we get these permits and licenses, the sooner we can get the shipyard operational."

"Alright, I'll prioritize these tasks and get them moving. I'll start with the business permit and the Environmental Compliance Certificate. I'll also contact PEZA to get the registration process started."

"Good," Michael said. "I'll handle the building and construction permits with the contractors and arrange for the fire safety inspection. Let's meet again this afternoon to review our progress."

"Got it, Mr. Reyes," Juliet said, gathering her papers and heading out of the office.

Michael took a deep breath and picked up his phone again. While waiting for the person he dialed to pick up the phone, he prepared himself as it was going to be a lot of work ahead.