An individual may feel “productive” after finishing a difficult task at work. But evaluating the productivity of entire organizations is much more complex. At its simplest level, productivity measures output relative to input. But the rise of factors such as automation, generative AI (gen AI), and remote and hybrid work makes the ratio of inputs to outputs harder to calculate. With productivity levels slowing among advanced economies, amid a climate of geopolitical disruptions and environmental concerns, leaders may be facing increased urgency to boost productivity within their own organizations. This week, we examine some strategies to make the operational improvements that, taken together, could help companies become more productive. |
