Public services are changing with advances in technology. With ICT tools, citizens can access government services efficiently and easily. Forty-six percent of Asia-Pacific citizens expect to access government services more frequently in the future, with 73% believing that services have become more digitalized since the pandemic (Deloitte Digital Smart, 2022). Government agencies face challenges in […]
The pandemic caused abrupt changes in people’s lives, healthy food has never been more important, and consumers have increasingly sought out organic labels (Organic Trade Association US, 2021). However, some stakeholders remain narrowly focused on crop productivity and short-term profits, overlooking significant damage to the environment, soil, climate, biodiversity, rural communities, and public health. Social, […]
SMEs are the engines of growth and innovation globally, accounting for 99% of all businesses and employing over 60% of the workforce. However, a study conducted by the WEF in December 2022 showed that 67% of SMEs found adopting digital transformation their top challenge. Hence, continued support is vital to ensure that SMEs are provided […]
Industrialization is a pathway toward economic development as it generates employment, increases exports, and raises standards of living. Emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific are undergoing industrialization but have yet to reap the benefits of economic prosperity. The current business scenario faces unprecedented challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, high carbon emissions, pollution, and natural […]
Farmers need to choose the most appropriate power source for any operation depending on the work to be done and on who is performing it. The level of mechanization should meet their needs effectively and efficiently (FAO, 2023). Small farmers play an important role in most developing countries and communities. Mechanization makes agricultural processes more […]
