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The 18th edition of the APO Productivity Databook offers in-depth analyses of Asia’s economic growth and productivity from 1970 to 2023, with projections through 2035. It [Read More]
Agriculture is a critical part of many Asian economies. This report provides a timely, updated overview of how agricultural productivity has changed over time, via a [Read More]
The agrifood sector is crucial for growth, food security, and rural livelihoods throughout Asia; however, smallholder farmers often face challenges due to limited market access, fragmented [Read More]
Lean management systems (LMSs) can significantly improve productivity by optimizing processes, eliminating waste, and fostering continuous improvement. This publication details the implementation of LMSs in three [Read More]
Regulatory requirements, public opinion, and stakeholder expectations are putting increasing pressure on companies of all sizes to report on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts. [Read More]
As digital transformation accelerates and hybrid work becomes the norm, traditional methods of measuring productivity are being challenged. This publication explores how 10 selected APO economies [Read More]
This study examines the evolution from New Public Management’s downsizing approaches to contemporary rightsizing strategies in public sector reform. Analyzing seven APO member cases, the research [Read More]
In Navigating AI Risks for Sustainable Productivity and Resilience, Dr. Dian Wirawan Tjondronegoro presents a structured framework for integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into organizations while [Read More]
Explore how low-cost ICT tools—like mobile banking, websites, and e-payments—boost SME productivity in nine APO economies. Using firm-level data from nine economies, the report demonstrates how [Read More]
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Asia have been facing a variety of challenges since the end of the pandemic, despite their significance in local economies. [Read More]