Projects

SM refers to the integration of advanced technologies and data analytics into manufacturing to optimize productivity, efficiency, and quality. An APO assessment of SM in 2020 found that the industrial structures of most members posed challenges for the transition to Industry 4.0. It is hard for MSMEs to define the starting point for the SM […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]