Welcome to the Gemba video series of the Asian Productivity Organization. In Japanese, “gemba” literally means “actual place” but generally refers to a specific site where work is carried out. These videos show good practices at production sites in Japan. The theme of this video is “Digitalizing Productivity” introducing how a Japanese company improves productivity […]
Limited capital is one of the most significant constraints faced by SMEs which can prevent them from reaching their development goals. To overcome this challenge, it is important for SMEs to optimize costs in addition to seeking financial resources. This can help them maximize returns, remain competitive, and achieve long-term success. This P-Talk explores innovative […]
Welcome to the Gemba video series of the Asian Productivity Organization. In Japanese, “gemba” literally means “actual place” but generally refers to a specific site where work is carried out. These videos show good practices at production sites in Japan. The theme of this video is “Kaizen in the Service Sector.” The kaizen concept and […]
Agribusinesses face challenges such as competition and increasing costs. Smart technologies such as robots, sensors, and ICT contribute to efficient food processing and maintaining quality throughout supply chains. Food manufacturing and transportation can be continuously monitored by sensors and ICT to determine quality and safety. Smart technologies also contribute to reducing food waste by ensuring […]
The ADB reported in 2020 that the aging of the farming population was a major concern in both developed and developing APO members including the ROC, India, Indonesia, Japan, the ROK, and the Philippines. The aging of farmers is a significant concern with several serious implications such as labor shortages, lower productivity, rural depopulation, and […]
