Productivity and the information age

Article Abstract:

The issue of the productivity paradox, the lack of increase in productivity in spite of technological advances, is discussed, with focus on possible explanations such as the shift from manufacturing to service industry.

Innovations, Measurement, Information technology, Statistics, Services industry, Service industries, Industrial productivity

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High-performance workplaces: new strategies needed for management, measurement

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Issues concerning the challenges for businesses of key labor shortages are discussed. The need to recruit and retain able workers, maximize their productivity and ensure their attention and involvement is stressed.

United States, Management, Employee recruitment, Employee motivation, Manpower policy, Skilled labor, Employee retention

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The world water shortage: a threatened economic input?

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Issues are presented concerning the shortage of fresh water which is expected to dominate the 21st century. It is expected that 48 nations will face water shortages in 2025 compared with 31 in 2000.

Water Supply and Irrigation Systems, Water supply, Fresh Water, Environmental aspects, Groundwater flow

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