Productivity: Uncloud the BS

Productivity: Uncloud the BS
The goal of productivity is to simply get the most out of the least time spent. (Image: Getty)
Simon Robertson
Productivity is the efficiency measure in producing goods or services, typically expressed as the ratio of output to input within a given time.It reflects how effectively resources such as time, labour or capital are used to achieve desired outcomes.Said another way, it's GDP (gross domestic product) produced per hour worked or how efficient you are.Ireland is the most productive country in the world, with US$120 (NZ$203.55) of output per hour of work. In fact, Europe is in the top 10 countries outside North America, at No 6.Australia...

More Opinion

You won’t trust AI if you don’t understand it
Opinion

Peter Griffin: You won’t trust AI if you don’t understand it

The goal for AI should be to develop “critical use" because it has many flaws.

Peter Griffin 07 May 2025
Why folks worry about the end of Buffett country
Opinion

David Chaplin: Why folks worry about the end of Buffett country

If there were a Pope of capitalism, Buffett would be the only candidate.

David Chaplin 06 May 2025
Organic traffic is softening thanks to AI
Opinion

Ben Goodale: Organic traffic is softening thanks to AI

AI still can’t replicate experience. And that’s where brands need to double down.

Ben Goodale 06 May 2025