2.4.1 (B) Productivity Flashcards
1
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Define productivity
A
The amount of outpouring that can be produced with a a given input of resources in a time period
2
Q
How do you calculate labour productivity
A
Total output (specific time period)
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Number of employees
3
Q
What is productivity closely linked with
A
People management and people resource
4
Q
What are some factors which affect productivity
A
- Education and training
- motivating workers
- working practises
- capacity intensity
- employee specification
5
Q
What is a trade off when increasing productivity
A
- focus on output may lower quality of item or service
- prolonged periods of high level of output can also lead to burnout of employees
