worker productivity

U.S. Productivity Weakness Continues in Q1
The Economy

U.S. Productivity Weakness Continues in Q1

The recent declines in output may reflect "hangover effects from companies’ deep job and capital-spending cuts in the wake of the recession."
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | May 4, 2016
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U.S. Worker Productivity in Q3 Better Than Expected
Workplace Issues

U.S. Worker Productivity in Q3 Better Than Expected

A slight rise in output and a fall in hours worked lead to productivity gains in the third quarter.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | November 5, 2015
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Study Links Intense Job Demands to Breaking the Rules
Training

Study Links Intense Job Demands to Breaking the Rules

Workers gradually become less compliant over the course of a single workday, says a new study.
By Matthew Heller | September 11, 2014
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Weak Capex, Low Productivity Growth Linked
Hiring

Weak Capex, Low Productivity Growth Linked

The decrease in worker productivity is partly due to U.S. companies being stingy with the "capital" workers need to increase output.
By Vincent Ryan | May 16, 2014
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