Social enterprises refer to businesses that prioritize purpose over profit in operational and strategic decisions. They exist to solve social and/or environmental problems and reinvest to achieve their goals. Despite varying definitions in different countries, social enterprises are commonly understood as economic entities standing at the intersection of business and social good, spearheading innovative solutions […]
SM integrates cutting-edge technologies such as the IoT, AI, robotics, data analytics, and cloud computing to optimize processes, enhance productivity, and improve decision-making in manufacturing environments. In response to the rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape driven by technological advances, the APO and China Productivity Center established the COE on SM in 2019. In 2022, the APO […]
According to the UN FAO (2023), agricultural mechanization is needed to make agrifood systems more sustainable from economic and social aspects, such as labor productivity, poverty reduction, food security, and health and well-being. Machinery is indispensable for modern farming. As human labor has moved from agriculture to other sectors, agricultural workers have been replaced with […]
The smart village concept is a transformative approach that leverages digital infrastructure and innovations to enhance the quality of life and economic opportunities in rural communities. It contributes to addressing urgent needs such as enhancing economic opportunities and preventing urban migration by providing sustainable, innovative solutions for agriculture, energy, healthcare, and education. The adoption of […]
The APO GP concept guides enterprises, especially SMEs, in improving their environmental performance with simultaneous increases in productivity, quality, and employee well-being. The APO Handbook on GP is a guide to methodologies, tools, and techniques for enterprises to adopt for tangible gains. Projects and initiatives following the GP framework to improve the triple bottom line […]
