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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. Thomas Gebhardt, International Consultant and Managing Director at the Equilibrium Foundation, Germany, shows how people, processes, culture, and external dynamics must evolve together to […]
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 […]
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. […]