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The value of agricultural production in APO members has reached approximately USD 1 trillion in recent years (FAO, 2021). Progress in R&D by agricultural research institutes and organizations has played an important role in supporting continuous growth in production and productivity in the sector. Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems (AKIS) support the sharing of knowledge […] |
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The pandemic changed how service is provided in the retail industry. SMEs make up a large portion of retailers in APO members, making the sector particularly vulnerable to disruptions. Some challenges may persist in the post-COVID-19 period, including reduced demand due to economic uncertainty, ongoing health and safety concerns, and need for investment in digital […] |
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BIs are utilized by governments to improve efficiency and effectiveness policymaking efforts and decision-making processes (OECD, 2021). BIs rely on behavioral economics, psychology, and social sciences that can contribute to better policies. Promoting behavioral change is a central goal of regulation, as demonstrated during the pandemic when governments used regulatory approaches to impose measures to […] |
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In a cashless society, financial transactions are conducted digitally. As digitalization progresses, cryptocurrencies, digital payments, and ecommerce are more common. A cashless society helps reduce business risks and costs, increases transaction speed, and facilitates the collection of economic information and digital connection. It also creates concerns over users’ privacy, marginalization of those without digital technology […] |
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According to an ILO report (2022), diversity, equity, and inclusion have become increasingly important topics in the workplace in recent years. Organizations are recognizing the benefits of a diverse workforce and trying to create inclusive cultures that promote productivity and employee engagement. However, designing work processes that are truly inclusive and accommodate the needs of […] |
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Most regions have yet to reap the benefits of economic growth resulting from industrialization. However, the negative implications of the existing industrial “linear” model, which does not consider environmental aspects in the product design stage, are clear. To negate the adverse impacts and keep the increase in the average global temperature within 1.5°C, the 2022 […]
Digital upgrading is essential for SMEs to improve productivity and stay competitive. The foundation of this transition is data generated from all aspects of operations, which, through effective collection, analysis, and visualization, enable informed decisions, optimize management, and predict demand. The advantages of SMEs are agility, flexibility, and ability to customize, which require clear information […] |
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Improving female labor force participation in productive economic activities and increasing the number of women in leadership positions are critical for productivity growth. In the Asia-Pacific, women continue to be underrepresented in leadership positions and still hold fewer than 45% of leadership positions in most sectors, including the public sector, and their untapped potential undermines […] |
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