productivity

Shares of AMR Corp. fell near an 8-year-low on Wednesday as the parent of American Airlines pushed union workers to accept contracts that would boost productivity at the money-losing company.

(Penn State) Economists recognize that companies that export are more productive. However, a more complex relationship between exporting and investing in research and development may better explain the high productivity of companies in "economic miracle" countries such as China and Taiwan, according to a team of economists.

These tools can improve collaboration and productivity, but only if employees use them.

The work force was more productive in the summer than originally thought, reflecting the fact that the economy produced more goods and services than first estimated.

(EUREKA) Model-based testing at an industrial scale offers a time-saving and cost-effective approach to software development.

Results of a European research project are already enabling a wide arrange of European industries to improve their productivity and global competitiveness.

The flavor and availability of coffee in the workplace can affect people's attitudes and even productivity.

Productivity in the final three months of last year surged at a faster pace than previously thought as labor costs fell more rapidly.

Should employers ban access to social networking sites like Facebook at work? One estimate figures employee use of social-networking sites cost employers $2.25 billion a year in lost productivity.

Productivity likely surged in the third quarter while labor costs fell, normally good signs that inflation remains under control.

Looking to save a little money this fall and winter by turning down the thermostats in your offices? Think again before you fiddle with those temperatures settings.

A recent survey finds 69% of employees report reduced productivity due to temperature issues, and a whopping 98% said their offices are too hot or too cold at some point.