Consultation Program and Training of Trainers (ToT) on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools and Technologies for SMEs toward Responsible Digital Transformation
The COE on IT for Industry 4.0 aspires to improve productivity through capacity building of stakeholders and facilitating technology startups to demonstrate projects and research activities by widespread dissemination of the use of IT applications in Industry 4.0. This consultation and ToT program will expand the knowledge and capacity of NPC officers responsible for COE […]
Consultation Program and Training of Trainers (ToT) on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools and Technologies for SMEs toward Responsible Digital Transformation
The APO Strategic Digital Capability (SDC) Plan 2021–25 strengthens the digital capability of the Secretariat to improve operations and services to members. The SDC Plan guides the digitization process of the Secretariat by integrating core functions through a common platform in line with the APO Vision 2025 strategic thrust of achieving operational and institutional excellence. […]
This P-Talk provides an overview of recent productivity trends and forecasts. Delving into the key factors influencing productivity and their linkages to challenges and opportunities in 2024, Associate Professor Dr. Vu Khuong, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Singapore, and Executive Professional Dr. Keiji Yamada, NEC Corporation, Japan, offer insights from academic and private-sector […]
The UN FAO reported in 2019 that the global demand for livestock products was anticipated to double by 2050, mainly in developing countries. The sector must therefore meet future demand, ensure consistent quality, and achieve sustainability without causing irreparable environmental damage. Poultry is a critical segment to enhance productivity in livestock farming because of the […]
Regenerative farming is an integrated approach to soil, plants, the environment in general to restore climate stability and healthy soil, end world hunger, and rebuild deteriorated social, ecological, and economic systems. The ADB listed regenerative farming as one of five key areas that support recovery from the impact of pandemic through greener development. Other areas […]
This P-Talk highlights the implementation of kaizen, the Japanese business philosophy that focuses on the process of continuous improvement, in Africa. With the support of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), kaizen has been introduced to the African continent and is currently widely practiced by industries. The APO invited the winners of the Africa Kaizen […]
The Fourth Industrial Revolution, led by digitalization, connectivity, and the internet, has brought significant challenges and opportunities to businesses. According to a WEF survey in 2021 on SMEs in ASEAN members, more than 85% of SME owners considered digitalization crucial for business performance and that digitalization had a “flywheel” effect that facilitated upgrading because of […]