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Productivity Puzzles

The Productivity Institute
Productivity
UK Productivity
UK Economy
Industrial Strategy
Business Model Innovation
Innovation
Investment
Regional Disparities
Government Policy
Devolution
Education
Digital Technology
UK General Election
GDP
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Global Innovation Index
Universities
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National Productivity Week
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Join Bart van Ark, Professor of Productivity Studies at the University of Manchester, and the managing director of The Productivity Institute as he brings you discussions with leading minds from the UK and abroad about how to improve productivity for almost everything: from health care to car manufacturing, at national and regional levels, for business and for your own personal productivity.

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This episode explores the vital link between international trade and the UK's productivity challenges. Host Bart van Ark is joined by three experts as they discuss why trade matters for productivity, the current state of UK trade post-Brexit and COVI... more

This episode explores new insights into the productivity puzzle from two fresh pieces of work. First, Diane Coyle discusses her book The Measure of Progress, explaining why what we measure is profoundly important but increasingly difficult. Then, Jan... more

Regional growth is a key component for improving productivity growth in the UK. The gaps in productivity between English regions are unusually large compared to other countries. Why is that? What can be done about it?

Host Professor Bart van Ark is ... more

In this episode of Productivity Puzzles, we examine the productivity performance of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. How do the three devolved nations perform on productivity? What are the differences and the similarities between them? How do th... more

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Partner at the McKinsey Global Institute in Zurich, focuses on productivity across countries and sectors
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Richard Jones
Vice President for Regional Innovation and Civic Engagement at the University of Manchester and a Professor of Material Physics
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Chander Velu
Professor of Innovation Economics at the Institute for Manufacturing, Cambridge University
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Charlie Mayfield
Former Executive Chair of John Lewis, Chairman of QA Limited, Founder and Chair of Be The Business
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Sir Anton Muscatelli
Principal and Vice Chancellor of the University of Glasgow
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Dame Diane Coyle
Professor of Public Policy at the Bennett Policy Institute
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Andy Westwood
Professor in Public Policy, Government and Business at the Alliance Manchester Business School
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Katy Davies
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Host

Bart van Ark
Host of discussions on productivity and Professor of Productivity Studies at the University of Manchester. He brings insight from his directorial role at The Productivity Institute.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Very informative on a highly significant subject. Look forward every new episodes.

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#204
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#242
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#130
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Revisiting the UK productivity puzzle: national and regional perspectives
Q: Is weak productivity performance in the UK still that much of a puzzle?
There are still important missing pieces that we need to still be looking for.
Government policy and business productivity: does it help or harm?
Q: What can be done to help businesses to adopt new technologies?
Training and increased confidence in technology procurement can unlock faster adoption of technologies, particularly for small businesses.
Government policy and business productivity: does it help or harm?
Q: What distinguishes good policies from bad ones in the context of business productivity?
Good policies usually foster innovation and support SMEs, while bad ones create unnecessary burdens and complexity for businesses.

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What is Productivity Puzzles about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on exploring the multifaceted nature of productivity, this podcast engages with a diverse range of topics including economic performance, regional disparities, and the influence of policy on productivity outcomes. With a blend of expert interviews and research insights, episodes examine the challenges faced by the UK in enhancing productivity when compared to other nations, while also addressing specific sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and the services industry. This podcast stands out by not only tackling high-level governmental concepts but also offering practical advice aimed at improving personal productivity and fostering business innovation. Its robust academic backing and commitment to inclusive growth make it part... more

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2. Jan Mischke
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4. Chander Velu
5. Charlie Mayfield
6. Sir Anton Muscatelli
7. Dame Diane Coyle
8. Andy Westwood

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