These are companies that are essentially independent from product vendors. However, there are a number of companies that provide consulting or professional services as part of product companies (e.g., here’s the benefit and features of our product – its the best”). MORE
In short, we have become less productive learners. Here are four ways to become a more productive learner. To make this concrete, after reading this article, you could start building a framework of how to become a more productive learner. Decide to become a productive learner, and you can actually reap the benefits of the incredible increase in the amount and accessibility of information. Bhandharangsri/Getty Images. MORE
Making the most of each one will help you to become more productive and, ultimately, achieve your goals. There are many different ingredients that combine to determine your productivity including the time of day, physical environment, your level of motivation, as well as your innate ability to stay focused. Whatever your natural tendencies, there are a number of common sense strategies that can help you be as productive as possible. Silence can be productivity’s best friend. MORE
What elements lay the groundwork for “smart infrastructure,” and how can the public sector drive them? Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
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All the self-help and productivity books in the world can’t help you get more accomplished if you don’t get your mind in a good place first. Continue reading → Productivity Heidi Grant Halvorson need for achievement practicing mind Scott Adams MORE
By mitigating key risks of investing in major infrastructure projects in emerging markets, banks, governments, and international financial institutions can close the funding gap in developing Asia. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
McKinsey research finds seven levers can fix construction’s productivity problem, but they require a new approach from all players. We heard from industry leaders about which barriers to change are most likely to fall first. Our Insights MORE
The role of the product manager is expanding due to the growing importance of data in decision making, an increased customer and design focus, and the evolution of software-development methodologies. Our Insights MORE
Use these 8 apps to manage your time, achieve your goals, and master productivity MORE
Cross-functional collaboration and customer-focused design thinking can help companies reap more value from the energy and resources they use. Our Insights MORE
Our latest data show an upward trend—from a low base. Metals & Mining Insights MORE
The product-market expansion matrix may prove useful in the consulting case interview and is relevant when considering growth strategies. Market penetration can be pursued through a combination of initiatives relating to pricing, product, placement and promotion (see “ Four P’s Framework ”). MORE
But once I had, I realized how much the software and gadgets helped me to kick my productivity into high gear. This is an important point that is often overlooked when people try new productivity tools, and when organizations introduce new tools to employees. MORE
The Fed G17 report shows Industrial Production is up 0.4% Mining is once again the highlight of an otherwise soft industrial production report. percent for a third straight sharp increase, mining pulled industrial production up 0.4 Industrial Production and Capacity Utilization. MORE
Sure, productivity can save money. But it could also improve education, fine-tune tax collection, and add 12 billion healthy-life years for the world’s population. Public Sector Insights MORE
To speed innovation and fend off disruption, R&D organizations at incumbent companies can borrow the tools and techniques that digital natives use to get ahead. Insights on Operations MORE
You are more productive than ever. Congratulations. Just don''t expect to be paid more for it. In reality, some machine is doing all that for you. MORE
Raising productivity could save $3.5 Governments face a pressing question: How to do more with less? trillion a year—or boost outcomes at no extra cost. Our Insights MORE
Urbanization has the potential to drive global productivity, but it requires viewing immigration and population growth as positive—and acting accordingly. MORE
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Shifting to a productivity-led model could add more than $5 trillion to its economy—if China can make the transition. The country’s investment model for growth is losing steam. China MORE
The debate over productivity rages on. Some believe productivity is understated. Janet Yellen believes a lack of strong productivity gains may be responsible for tepid wage gains. Luce discusses The Mystery of Weak US Productivity. Others believe it is overstated. Financial Times writer Edward Luce is confused, as are many others. more…). Economics MORE
By: Pierre Khawand. :: You may have heard of a productivity method called the Pomodoro Technique , developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. This necessitates a new generation of productivity apps that help us practice mindfulness at work. MORE
Producing assets have significant surface optimization potential. We take a deeper look at what it takes to unlock this value. Our Insights MORE
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New research uncovers how three waves collided to create historically low productivity growth but finds the potential for it to recover to 2 percent or more. Meeting Society’s Expectations MORE
Advanced analytics and lower-cost computing give companies a powerful tool for managing profitability on an hourly basis. Our Insights MORE
Is there someone on your team who seems unusually productive? Super-productive people are in every industry. The most productive software developers write nine times more usable code per day than the average developer, according to research by Michael Mankins. We collected data on over 7,000 people who were rated by their manager on their level of their productivity and 48 specific behaviors. Few things kill productivity faster than a lack of knowledge or expertise. MORE
But one thing is clear: boosting economic growth will depend heavily on addressing long-standing productivity challenges. The United Kingdom’s post-Brexit future is uncertain. Europe MORE
82 The odds are stacked against new products or services. We have diagnosed thousands of product failures over the last 30 years, and have found recurring patterns. Often new products are over-engineered with too many features, usually at too high a price. MORE
Productivity growth—output growth that exceeds the growth of the workforce and capital employed—has been the lifeblood of the US manufacturing sector for much of the recent past. These steady gains in productivity have been a major factor in the renaissance of US manufacturing. MORE
For me, the bit that’s really interesting and that feeds well into the current discourse is the differentiation between productivity and creativity. Even 20 seconds googling will provide you with images of linear progression, mathematical equations etc when thinking about productivity. Just as engineers measure their time in units of productivity, so do successful writers in their discipline of producing a number of words per day. MORE
Most of us work pretty hard to ensure an even schedule throughout the working week: five or more days of calm, measured – if industrious – productivity. Leadership coffee creativity deadlines hydration peppermint productivity scheduling standing desk stretching unsalted butter work breaks MORE
As more companies adopt and learn through digital solutions, and as new forms of employment and investment opportunities strengthen the demand recovery, we expect productivity growth to recover, write James Manyika and Myron Scholes in Project Syndicate. MORE
” “I know what I should do to be more productive, but I just don’t do it.” Many have read articles and books — and have even been trained in productivity methods — but still find staying focused to be an uphill battle. Assuming that others’ preferred productivity strategies should work for you can yield frustration and a sense of defeat. Productivity Digital Article MORE
Indonesia, along with most other Southeast Asian countries, has an opportunity to capture a bigger share of global manufacturing activity. Rising wages in China is giving the ten countries making up the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) an opportunity to replace China as the “factory of the world.” Yet taking advantage of this opportunity is not going to be simple. Our Insights MORE
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Productivity Boost for Consultants is a post from: Consulting Success. Consulting Videos consulting checklists Consulting Productivity Time Management for ConsultantsTranscript Hey, it’s Michael Zipursky from ConsultingSuccess.com. Hope you’re having a wonderful day. MORE
Consumers almost always tell researchers that they prefer to have many versions of a product from which to choose. For retailers, that difference has big implications for the problem of assortment — how many variations of a single product to offer. But when seeking to meet a utilitarian need with the same product, they are less inclined to see their preferences as being greatly different from those of other people. Holger Weitzel/Getty Images. MORE
Rich data, ubiquitous connectivity, and real-time communication are changing the way companies work. For leaders, that transformation will extend much further than the machines on the factory floor. Our Insights MORE
Many companies’ efforts to do more with less have stalled. Six situations present opportunities for executives to reignite programs that optimize efficiency and cost. Our Insights MORE
As a consultant, it always seemed odd that news reporters routinely compare the medal count between the USA and China – after all, the USA has 530 athletes compared to China’s 380. Seems like the total number of medals is … Continue reading → Graphics Analyzing Data China Competition Data Olympics United States MORE
Improving Productivity Feels GREAT. :: Did you know that achieving more productivity is pretty simple? Here are his four steps to improve your productivity: Step 1 – Write down your task. Have a productivity buddy. MORE
What travel can teach you about making organizations more productive MORE
To transform the sector, action is needed in seven areas or through broader adoption of mass-production approaches. Our Insights MORE
At its most basic, productivity is the amount of value produced divided by the amount of cost (or time) required to do so. It’s tempting to conclude that, if individuals are able to perform their work much better and faster, overall productivity must be soaring. MORE
Productivity Related Topics Consulting Success
MARCH 22, 2018
Productivity Boost for Consultants is a post from: Consulting Success. Consulting Videos consulting checklists Consulting Productivity Time Management for ConsultantsTranscript Hey, it’s Michael Zipursky from ConsultingSuccess.com. Hope you’re having a wonderful day.
Women in Consulting
SEPTEMBER 14, 2017
Improving Productivity Feels GREAT. :: Did you know that achieving more productivity is pretty simple? Here are his four steps to improve your productivity: Step 1 – Write down your task. Have a productivity buddy.
McKinsey
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
New research uncovers how three waves collided to create historically low productivity growth but finds the potential for it to recover to 2 percent or more. Meeting Society’s Expectations
The Clever Consultant
FEBRUARY 21, 2016
All the self-help and productivity books in the world can’t help you get more accomplished if you don’t get your mind in a good place first. Continue reading → Productivity Heidi Grant Halvorson need for achievement practicing mind Scott Adams
McKinsey
JULY 17, 2017
McKinsey research finds seven levers can fix construction’s productivity problem, but they require a new approach from all players. We heard from industry leaders about which barriers to change are most likely to fall first. Our Insights
Steve Shu Consulting
MARCH 23, 2011
These are companies that are essentially independent from product vendors. However, there are a number of companies that provide consulting or professional services as part of product companies (e.g., here’s the benefit and features of our product – its the best”).
Tom Spencer
NOVEMBER 4, 2017
Making the most of each one will help you to become more productive and, ultimately, achieve your goals. There are many different ingredients that combine to determine your productivity including the time of day, physical environment, your level of motivation, as well as your innate ability to stay focused. Whatever your natural tendencies, there are a number of common sense strategies that can help you be as productive as possible. Silence can be productivity’s best friend.
Women in Consulting
MAY 1, 2018
By: Pierre Khawand. :: You may have heard of a productivity method called the Pomodoro Technique , developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. This necessitates a new generation of productivity apps that help us practice mindfulness at work.
Harvard Business
APRIL 20, 2018
Is there someone on your team who seems unusually productive? Super-productive people are in every industry. The most productive software developers write nine times more usable code per day than the average developer, according to research by Michael Mankins. We collected data on over 7,000 people who were rated by their manager on their level of their productivity and 48 specific behaviors. Few things kill productivity faster than a lack of knowledge or expertise.
McKinsey
MARCH 22, 2018
Sure, productivity can save money. But it could also improve education, fine-tune tax collection, and add 12 billion healthy-life years for the world’s population. Public Sector Insights
Harvard Business
JUNE 5, 2018
In short, we have become less productive learners. Here are four ways to become a more productive learner. To make this concrete, after reading this article, you could start building a framework of how to become a more productive learner. Decide to become a productive learner, and you can actually reap the benefits of the incredible increase in the amount and accessibility of information. Bhandharangsri/Getty Images.
McKinsey
JANUARY 9, 2017
Many companies’ efforts to do more with less have stalled. Six situations present opportunities for executives to reignite programs that optimize efficiency and cost. Our Insights
Harvard Business
DECEMBER 6, 2017
” “I know what I should do to be more productive, but I just don’t do it.” Many have read articles and books — and have even been trained in productivity methods — but still find staying focused to be an uphill battle. Assuming that others’ preferred productivity strategies should work for you can yield frustration and a sense of defeat. Productivity Digital Article
McKinsey
JULY 12, 2018
What elements lay the groundwork for “smart infrastructure,” and how can the public sector drive them? Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure
McKinsey
JUNE 29, 2018
To speed innovation and fend off disruption, R&D organizations at incumbent companies can borrow the tools and techniques that digital natives use to get ahead. Insights on Operations
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 14, 2016
What travel can teach you about making organizations more productive
McKinsey
MARCH 13, 2018
Indonesia, along with most other Southeast Asian countries, has an opportunity to capture a bigger share of global manufacturing activity. Rising wages in China is giving the ten countries making up the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) an opportunity to replace China as the “factory of the world.” Yet taking advantage of this opportunity is not going to be simple. Our Insights
Tom Spencer
APRIL 1, 2017
Most of us work pretty hard to ensure an even schedule throughout the working week: five or more days of calm, measured – if industrious – productivity. Leadership coffee creativity deadlines hydration peppermint productivity scheduling standing desk stretching unsalted butter work breaks
Harvard Business
AUGUST 1, 2016
But once I had, I realized how much the software and gadgets helped me to kick my productivity into high gear. This is an important point that is often overlooked when people try new productivity tools, and when organizations introduce new tools to employees.
BCG
DECEMBER 13, 2016
Productivity growth—output growth that exceeds the growth of the workforce and capital employed—has been the lifeblood of the US manufacturing sector for much of the recent past. These steady gains in productivity have been a major factor in the renaissance of US manufacturing.
Ben de Haldevang
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
For me, the bit that’s really interesting and that feeds well into the current discourse is the differentiation between productivity and creativity. Even 20 seconds googling will provide you with images of linear progression, mathematical equations etc when thinking about productivity. Just as engineers measure their time in units of productivity, so do successful writers in their discipline of producing a number of words per day.
McKinsey
MAY 24, 2017
The role of the product manager is expanding due to the growing importance of data in decision making, an increased customer and design focus, and the evolution of software-development methodologies. Our Insights
McKinsey
FEBRUARY 27, 2017
To transform the sector, action is needed in seven areas or through broader adoption of mass-production approaches. Our Insights
McKinsey
APRIL 18, 2016
Urbanization has the potential to drive global productivity, but it requires viewing immigration and population growth as positive—and acting accordingly.
MishTalk
APRIL 4, 2017
The debate over productivity rages on. Some believe productivity is understated. Janet Yellen believes a lack of strong productivity gains may be responsible for tepid wage gains. Luce discusses The Mystery of Weak US Productivity. Others believe it is overstated. Financial Times writer Edward Luce is confused, as are many others. more…). Economics
McKinsey
JULY 12, 2018
By mitigating key risks of investing in major infrastructure projects in emerging markets, banks, governments, and international financial institutions can close the funding gap in developing Asia. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure
McKinsey
NOVEMBER 14, 2016
Cross-functional collaboration and customer-focused design thinking can help companies reap more value from the energy and resources they use. Our Insights
Harvard Business
APRIL 19, 2016
At its most basic, productivity is the amount of value produced divided by the amount of cost (or time) required to do so. It’s tempting to conclude that, if individuals are able to perform their work much better and faster, overall productivity must be soaring.
MBO Partners
APRIL 2, 2018
Use these 8 apps to manage your time, achieve your goals, and master productivity
MishTalk
APRIL 18, 2015
You are more productive than ever. Congratulations. Just don''t expect to be paid more for it. In reality, some machine is doing all that for you.
McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
Producing assets have significant surface optimization potential. We take a deeper look at what it takes to unlock this value. Our Insights
McKinsey
DECEMBER 5, 2016
But one thing is clear: boosting economic growth will depend heavily on addressing long-standing productivity challenges. The United Kingdom’s post-Brexit future is uncertain. Europe
McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
Rich data, ubiquitous connectivity, and real-time communication are changing the way companies work. For leaders, that transformation will extend much further than the machines on the factory floor. Our Insights
Consultants Mind
AUGUST 9, 2012
As a consultant, it always seemed odd that news reporters routinely compare the medal count between the USA and China – after all, the USA has 530 athletes compared to China’s 380. Seems like the total number of medals is … Continue reading → Graphics Analyzing Data China Competition Data Olympics United States
McKinsey
JUNE 23, 2018
Our latest data show an upward trend—from a low base. Metals & Mining Insights
McKinsey
MAY 15, 2017
Advanced analytics and lower-cost computing give companies a powerful tool for managing profitability on an hourly basis. Our Insights
MishTalk
JULY 14, 2017
The Fed G17 report shows Industrial Production is up 0.4% Mining is once again the highlight of an otherwise soft industrial production report. percent for a third straight sharp increase, mining pulled industrial production up 0.4 Industrial Production and Capacity Utilization.
McKinsey
AUGUST 30, 2016
Shifting to a productivity-led model could add more than $5 trillion to its economy—if China can make the transition. The country’s investment model for growth is losing steam. China
Harvard Business
MAY 24, 2016
The odds are stacked against new products or services. We have diagnosed thousands of product failures over the last 30 years, and have found recurring patterns. Often new products are over-engineered with too many features, usually at too high a price.
Harvard Business
JUNE 27, 2018
Consumers almost always tell researchers that they prefer to have many versions of a product from which to choose. For retailers, that difference has big implications for the problem of assortment — how many variations of a single product to offer. But when seeking to meet a utilitarian need with the same product, they are less inclined to see their preferences as being greatly different from those of other people. Holger Weitzel/Getty Images.
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