BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//APO - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:APO
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for APO
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20230101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230902
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230531T020511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T005828Z
UID:57069-1693180800-1693612799@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Training Course on Knowledge Transfer to Improve Agricultural Productivity
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAgricultural Knowledge and Information Systems (AKIS) support the sharing of knowledge among relevant stakeholders. While technologies and methodologies have evolved\, not all farmers in APO members are equipped to adopt and utilize them. There are several reasons for this\, but one constraint is the lack of structured\, robust knowledge transfer schemes to disseminate knowledge\, know-how\, and skills from research organizations to farming communities. \nThis training course will cover methodologies for knowledge transfer and technology dissemination among farmers\, examine key success factors from case studies\, and localize successful transfer schemes to meet the conditions and needs of member economies. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/training-course-on-knowledge-transfer-to-improve-agricultural-productivity/
LOCATION:Bangladesh
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230426T055920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T060021Z
UID:56813-1693785600-1694217599@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Training Course on Service Quality Management in the Retail Industry
DESCRIPTION: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 technology to remain competitive. e-Commerce sales in the region grew by 63% in 2020\, according to a Salesforce report\, indicating that technology can create new retail opportunities. \nCustomer experience and satisfaction are critical to the success of retail industry\, and service quality plays a crucial role in maintaining customer loyalty and driving sales. The retailers can adapt to changing consumer interest in online shopping and remote services and discover new partnerships and collaborations on face-to-face customer interactions through introduction of technology in the post-pandemic era. Learning about techniques to improve service quality\, particularly new customer connections to maximize revenue\, will be beneficial for all member economies. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/training-course-on-service-quality-management-in-the-retail-industry/
LOCATION:Republic of China
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230508T075816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T080153Z
UID:56871-1693785600-1694217599@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Training Course for Assessors of the Productivity Specialists Certification Program
DESCRIPTION:The CB Development Program assists NPOs or affiliated organizations in becoming APO-accredited CBs to operate certification schemes of productivity specialists. A CB must build up a pool of qualified assessors of candidates who apply for accreditation. The APO-PS 101:2019: Requirements for Productivity Specialists is a certification scheme that provides guidelines for CBs to conduct documentation verification\, examination\, desktop assessment\, and face-to-face panel interviews before issuing certification. To strengthen CBs’ capacity\, this course aims to develop assessors for APO-PS 101:2019 by providing the required skills\, knowledge\, and ability while maintaining the highest standards in conducting assessments. Participants are expected to continue serving CBs as internal or external assessors after completion of the training course. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/training-course-for-assessors-of-the-productivity-specialists-certification-program/
LOCATION:Pakistan
CATEGORIES:Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230602T074103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T074103Z
UID:57085-1694390400-1694822399@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Training Course on Applications of Behavioral Insights in Regulatory Management
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPromoting behavioral change is a central goal of regulation\, as demonstrated during the pandemic when governments used regulatory approaches to impose measures to contain and mitigate COVID-19 transmission. Recognizing the potential of BIs to enhance regulatory effectiveness\, organizations worldwide have started integrating behavioral approaches into their regulatory frameworks and applying BIs to improve compliance rates\, reduce regulatory burdens\, and achieve better outcomes. \nThis course will explain the importance of behavioral factors in shaping regulatory outcomes\, building public-sector capacity to adopt BIs for better regulations\, increasing public-sector capacity to use behavioral and social science insights for evidence-based policymaking. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/training-course-on-applications-of-behavioral-insights-in-regulatory-management/
LOCATION:Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230913
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230901T031753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T031838Z
UID:57834-1694476800-1694563199@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Tourism for Today and Tomorrow in Thailand
DESCRIPTION:Until recently\, the competitiveness of the tourism sector was largely determined by expansion on the demand side\, measured in terms of both the quantity and value of visitors. The economy\, society\, and environment are all affected by tourism\, both positively and negatively. In addition to responding to increasing demand\, the tourism industry is expected to reduce negative impacts on the supply side. Through the efforts of the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (DASTA)\, Thailand’s practices are highlighted\, emphasizing that sustainable tourism is now a must for the present and future. \nPlease click here to watch. \nSubscribe to our APO YouTube channel for more videos and updates on our activities. \nFor any inquiries\, please write to: p-talk@apo-tokyo.org.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/tourism-for-today-and-tomorrow-in-thailand/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Banner-P-Talk-12-Sept-2023.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230914
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230808T061011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T061011Z
UID:57686-1694476800-1694649599@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Multicountry Observational Study Mission on the Cashless Society
DESCRIPTION: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 access\, and concentrated control of information\, as indicated in a 2022 report of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts\, Manufactures and Commerce of the UK. \nAs APO members promote digital upgrading and the development of a cashless society\, a review of how to maximize the benefits and reduce negative socioeconomic impacts is necessary. The APO Sustainable Productivity Summit in 2018 explored cashless society concepts\, and this study mission will examine its development in the Asia-Pacific region and identify strategies for its sustainable development. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/multicountry-observational-study-mission-on-the-cashless-society/
LOCATION:Sri Lanka
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230915
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230725T015157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T015157Z
UID:57523-1694476800-1694735999@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Workshop on Agricultural Innovations for Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Agriculture has experienced challenges in maintaining and improving productivity under climate change\, which is stressing crops with droughts\, heat\, salinity\, and flooding. A report from Stanford University (2021) revealed that global farming productivity was 21% lower than it could have been without climate change. This indicates that climate change has basically wiped out about seven years of improvement in agricultural productivity over the past 60 years. \nIt is crucial to adopt innovations in agriculture to achieve multiple objectives\, not only to adapt to climate change\, but also to boost production to support growing populations and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural sector. Innovative technologies\, techniques\, tools\, and models must be adopted quickly and widely in APO members. \nThis workshop will provide a platform for leaders to learn about the latest innovations and good practices in agriculture and discuss how to disseminate them in APO members. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/workshop-on-agricultural-innovations-for-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:Japan
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230923
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230710T074529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T074529Z
UID:57353-1695081600-1695427199@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Training Course on Work Design for Inclusive Productivity
DESCRIPTION: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 a diverse workforce can be challenging. \nFurthermore\, with the COVID-19 pandemic\, remote and hybrid work arrangements have become more prevalent\, making it even more important for organizations to design work processes that consider the needs of diverse employees. This training course will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to improve work designs and processes and enhance workplace culture\, leading to higher productivity and longterm success in today’s changing work environment. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/training-course-on-work-design-for-inclusive-productivity/
LOCATION:India\, India
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230728T064619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T064619Z
UID:57593-1695686400-1695772799@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Conference on Green Productivity and the Circular Economy
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo negate the adverse impacts and keep the increase in the average global temperature within 1.5°C\, the 2022 Glasgow Climate Pact and 2015 Paris Agreement led to the UN SDGs and net-zero emission targets. Meeting the SDGs requires adoption of GP and CE tools and techniques by industry and end-users. \nIn 2022\, the APO publication Green Productivity and Circular Economy: Complementary Approaches to Sustainable Development cited the SDGs for countries and environmental\, social\, and governance (ESG) frameworks for corporations as two of the most recognized environmental initiatives\, with workforce training and technology adoption as crucial needs. This conference aims to build capacity in APO members in implementing GP and CE concepts. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/conference-on-green-productivity-and-the-circular-economy/
LOCATION:Vietnam
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230914T055745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T055745Z
UID:57891-1695686400-1695772799@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Enhancing Productivity and Sustainability through Ecoindustrial Parks
DESCRIPTION:This P-Talk explores the implementation of productivity concepts within ecoindustrial parks\, fostering resource efficiency\, cleaner production\, and industrial symbiosis to drive inclusive\, sustainable industrial development. Dr. Hung-Suck Park\, Distinguished Chair Professor\, Ulsan College\, Republic of Korea\, draws on real-life examples and best practices from the ROK to showcase the economic\, environmental\, and social benefits of ecoindustrial parks. \nPlease click here to watch. \nSubscribe to our APO YouTube channel for more videos and updates on our activities. \nFor any inquiries\, please write to: p-talk@apo-tokyo.org.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/enhancing-productivity-and-sustainability-through-ecoindustrial-parks/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Banner_r.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230816T052651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T052651Z
UID:57727-1695686400-1696031999@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Training Course on Data Analytics for SMEs
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe advantages of SMEs are agility\, flexibility\, and ability to customize\, which require clear information and timely understanding of trends and market demand\, supported by meaningful data analysis. However\, as indicated in a 2019 OECD report\, SMEs usually face challenges in identifying relevant data\, lack resources and capabilities for data applications and analyses\, and need better strategies for data management. It is necessary to strengthen the capabilities of SMEs in acquiring and analyzing data. This training course will impart fundamental knowledge of data analytics and applications to support SMEs in digital upgrading and raising productivity. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/training-course-on-data-analytics-for-smes/
LOCATION:Singapore
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230929
DTSTAMP:20260410T060230
CREATED:20230606T090157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T090157Z
UID:57116-1695772800-1695945599@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Conference on Women's Leadership in Public-sector Organizations for Productivity Enhancement
DESCRIPTION: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 national competitiveness (McKinsey & Company\, 2021). \nThere is a need to sensitize policymakers and government representatives to the importance of increasing the representation of women in managerial positions. Adopting more inclusive policies\, promoting the presence of women as dynamic leaders\, and supporting female leadership role models should all be priorities for public organizations. \nThis conference will examine how women’s leadership in public-sector organizations can improve organizational performance\, increase productivity\, and address gender equality gaps. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/conference-on-womens-leadership-in-public-sector-organizations-for-productivity-enhancement/
LOCATION:Indonesia
CATEGORIES:Projects
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Multicountry.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR