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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Gender Gap for Productivity: Lessons from the Philippines
DESCRIPTION:This P-Talk examines initiatives aimed at increasing female labor force participation (FLFP) for productivity in the Philippines. Gender diversity is one of the keys to improving an organization’s performance. Notably\, the Philippines ranks 20th in the World Economic Forum’s 2025 Global Gender Gap Index\, achieving the highest position among APO member economies. In the Economic Participation and Opportunity subindex\, the country has consistently maintained a gender parity level of approximately 80%. Dr. Ronahlee A. Asuncion\, Professor at the University of the Philippines Diliman\, provides an in-depth analysis of the underlying factors contributing to the high rate of FLFP in the Philippines. She further explores the broader implications of these findings for other APO members. Additionally\, Dr. Asuncion outlines emerging challenges\, future opportunities\, and policy considerations for sustaining and advancing women’s economic participation for productivity. \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/bridging-the-gender-gap-for-productivity-lessons-from-the-philippines/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251125T044213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T055939Z
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SUMMARY:From AI Literacy to AI Capability: Value\, Risks\, Constraints\, and Productivity
DESCRIPTION:This P-Talk highlights generative AI’s ability to reshape work and productivity. Moving from basic AI literacy to real AI application is the next major frontier for organizations. Drawing on Straits Interactive’s AI Capability Development framework and insights from the company’s AI transformation journey\, Kevin Shepherdson shares how nontechnical professionals can safely and sustainably turn their expertise into AI-powered productivity and learning solutions. The session emphasizes the value of capability building\, the risks of unmanaged AI adoption\, and the constraints organizations must overcome. It offers a practical roadmap for building trusted\, governed\, and scalable AI capabilities across the workforce. \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/from-ai-literacy-to-ai-capability-value-risks-constraints-and-productivity/
LOCATION:Online\, India
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251128T064336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T064336Z
UID:77976-1765238400-1765324799@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Systemic Organizational Change for Sustainable Productivity
DESCRIPTION:This P-Talk explores why transformation programs fail to deliver lasting productivity gains and how organizations can address these challenges by moving beyond typical linear change management toward a systemic\, integrated approach. \nThomas Gebhardt\, International Consultant and Managing Director at the Equilibrium Foundation\, Germany\, shows how people\, processes\, culture\, and external dynamics must evolve together to create sustainable performance improvements. He introduces a systemic change management framework that combines new leadership practices\, co-creation\, adaptive learning cycles\, digital enablement\, and AI-supported decision-making. Real-world examples from different sectors illustrate how organizations can improve efficiency\, engagement\, and operational performance by linking structural redesign with cultural development\, empowered teams\, and data-driven insights. Join the talk to gain a clear understanding of how systemic organizational change strengthens resilience\, accelerates implementation\, and enables continuous\, capability-driven productivity growth. \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/systemic-organizational-change-for-sustainable-productivity/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20250723T064525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T064525Z
UID:67930-1765238400-1765583999@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Workshop on Environmental\, Social\, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives for SME Development
DESCRIPTION:ESG factors are increasingly shaping the business landscape\, influencing investor decisions\, regulatory frameworks\, and consumer preferences. While large corporations have the resources to implement ESG strategies\, SMEs often struggle to adapt to these changes due to a lack of financial and technical capacity. Strengthening ESG adoption among SMEs is essential for enhancing resilience\, improving access to sustainable finance\, fostering responsible business practices\, and improving productivity. Regulatory requirements\, such as sustainability reporting obligations and responsibility frameworks\, are creating new expectations for SMEs. Businesses that successfully incorporate ESG principles can improve operational efficiency\, build stronger stakeholder trust\, and gain a competitive edge. Understanding the evolving ESG landscape and its implications is critical for SMEs to remain viable and competitive in a rapidly transforming market. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/workshop-on-environmental-social-and-governance-esg-initiatives-for-sme-development/
LOCATION:Sri Lanka
CATEGORIES:Projects
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20250916T074151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T074651Z
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SUMMARY:Multicountry Observational Study Mission on Principles and Best Practices of the Sufficiency-based Circular Economy
DESCRIPTION:Among major economies in the Asia-Pacific\, Japan and the ROK are frontrunners in setting ambitious net-zero targets for 2050. Focusing on ecoproducts and services\, strategies for responsible production and consumption\, and adopting environment-friendly technological interventions are key aspects of national action plans in the pursuit of a carbon-neutral future. As APO members are at different levels of socioeconomic development\, efforts in developed economies can act as references for replication after customizing to meet local needs and constraints. \nThis OSM is a platform for participants to gain firsthand understanding of the implications of emerging trends and technological interventions in Japan focused on economic and industrial growth with the least environmental impact. Exposure during the OSM will foster efforts in other APO members to design frameworks for overall socioeconomic development. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/multicountry-observational-study-mission-on-principles-and-best-practices-of-the-sufficiency-based-circular-economy/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:Projects
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251202T004018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T004018Z
UID:77988-1765411200-1765497599@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Productivity Leadership in the Age of AI and Gen Z: Purpose\, Agility\, and Transformation
DESCRIPTION:The world of work is being reshaped by three forces: AI moving from promise to practice\, Gen Z redefining expectations\, and the rise of distributed workforces and work cultures of continuous learning. Moderated by Ravinesh Kumar Lakhan\, Manager of Policy\, Planning and Data Analytics at the Ministry of Employment\, Productivity and Workplace Relations of Fiji\, this P-Talk explores how to make work smarter\, fairer\, and more resilient for broad-based and durable productivity gains. \nDr. Archana Yemeshvary Ashok Upadhyay\, Chief Human Resources Officer of Hindustan Colas Pvt.\, Ltd.\, India\, examines how AI that augments people by improving decision-making\, quality\, and speed can deliver impact when paired with process redesign\, technology adoption\, and continuous skill upgrading. Focusing on Gen Z’s digital-first\, purpose-driven mindset\, the talk shows how combining AI with skilled young talent guided by responsible leadership that builds trust\, equity\, and opportunities for all to prosper can rewrite the productivity playbook. \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/productivity-leadership-in-the-age-of-ai-and-gen-z-purpose-agility-and-transformation/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251028T053225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T053225Z
UID:76555-1765756800-1765843199@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Conference on Role of Green Productivity in Transition to Cleaner Energy
DESCRIPTION:The World Meteorological Organizations’ State of the Global Climate report confirmed that 2024 was likely the first year with global temperatures over 1.5°C above preindustrial levels. This highlights the urgent need to combat climate change through cleaner\, more sustainable energy systems. Countries are working to diversify energy sources\, boost efficiency\, and reduce fossil fuel dependence. However\, this transition requires a holistic approach that integrates productivity\, environmental sustainability\, and socioeconomic development. \nThe GP concept\, introduced by the APO in 1992\, supports this by promoting actionable strategies like green purchasing\, design changes\, and the 3Rs that enhance both environmental and productivity outcomes. In 2024\, the new GP 2.0 roadmap included the promotion of cleaner energy by encouraging the adoption of low-carbon technologies\, sector-specific green innovations\, and circular economy practices to decouple economic growth from environmental degradation. \nFor more details please click on PN.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/conference-on-role-of-green-productivity-in-transition-to-cleaner-energy/
LOCATION:Philippines
CATEGORIES:Projects
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251217
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251211T004241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T004333Z
UID:79134-1765843200-1765929599@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Rightsizing and Restructuring: Do They Improve Productivity Performance in the Public Sector?
DESCRIPTION:This P-Talk shares the findings of an APO study on restructuring and rightsizing strategies in public sector reform to improve productivity performance. Analyzing seven APO member cases\, the APO report Strategic Approaches in Rightsizing and Restructuring Initiatives in the Public Sector (2025) identifies how governments balance efficiency gains with institutional capacity preservation. Findings reveal that successful restructuring requires strategic alignment of government size\, functional scope\, and administrative capabilities. The proposed framework for rightsizing maintains core public service delivery while incorporating digital transformation and performance management for long-term productivity enhancement. Chief expert Professor Myung Jae Moon from Yonsei University\, the Republic of Korea\, explains the findings of the research. \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/rightsizing-and-restructuring-do-they-improve-productivity-performance-in-the-public-sector/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251219
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251203T075339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T075339Z
UID:78106-1766016000-1766102399@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Energy Modeling for Smarter\, Greener Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Sonal Desai\, Founder of Ergo Energy LLP\, explains the revolutionary role that energy modeling plays in the design and operation of high-performance buildings in this P-Talk. By using energy modeling\, architects\, engineers\, and decision-makers can optimize energy use\, simulate building performance\, and assess how design decisions affect cost and sustainability. Energy modeling benefits existing buildings as well as new construction by identifying retrofitting opportunities\, enhancing operational plans\, and gradually lowering energy expenses. It is a potent tool for regulatory alignment and performance benchmarking\, and this P-Talk session examines its applicability in fulfilling a variety of compliance standards\, including energy codes\, green building certifications\, and corporate sustainability reporting. \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/energy-modeling-for-smarter-greener-buildings/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251215T070240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T070420Z
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SUMMARY:Building a Culture of Productivity and Innovation in the Public Sector
DESCRIPTION:This P-Talk examines how APO members are building an innovative and productive culture in the public sector. \nDr. Jenny M. Lewis\, Professor Emerita of the School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne\, Australia\, discusses innovations that have generated improvements in productivity and innovation structures\, processes\, and outcomes for the public sector and shares examples of best practices from APO members. She also highlights specific types of innovations associated with success along with relevant contextual factors. The talk concludes with an analysis of the key drivers of improvements for public sector innovations in APO members and recommendations for building a productivity and innovation culture. \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/building-a-culture-of-productivity-and-innovation-in-the-public-sector/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20260424T212703
CREATED:20251219T021718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T021718Z
UID:79785-1766620800-1766707199@www.apo-tokyo.org
SUMMARY:Productivity Trends\, October–December 2025
DESCRIPTION:This quarter’s Productivity Trends (P-Trends) session highlights the emerging signals shaping productivity between October and December 2025. \nLed by Dr. Tuomo Kuosa\, Director of Futures Research at Futures Platform\, Finland\, the session distills thousands of foresight signals into six productivity-shaping trends: microcredential mobility networks\, AI-generated operational twins for public services\, heat-adaptive infrastructure planning systems\, cross-border resilience corridors\, evidence-led anticorruption automation\, and ethical AI deployment standards for productivity systems. \nThese insights highlight three productivity opportunities for member economies: stronger digital competitiveness\, greater climate and demographic resilience\, and trust as a productivity enabler. \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/productivity-trends-october-december-2025/
LOCATION:APO Secretariat
CATEGORIES:P-Talks
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