![[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security [COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/81699688055_Inisiatifpenanaman.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security
To increase agricultural productivity, a combination of financial, logistical, and technological supportsisneeded.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Malaysia to spearhead multi-country initiatives to raise SMEs productivity - MPC Malaysia to spearhead multi-country initiatives to raise SMEs productivity - MPC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/41600246980_MPC.jpg)
Malaysia to spearhead multi-country initiatives to raise SMEs productivity - MPC
Malaysia is set to spearhead several multi-country initiatives, including workshops and conferences focused on regulatory reforms, productivity enhancement via artificial intelligence (AI), and modern
Wed May 29 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Bosses should consider WFH in trying times [COLUMNIST] Bosses should consider WFH in trying times](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/81603371227_BEKERJADARIRUMAH.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Bosses should consider WFH in trying times
Flexible working arrangements, compliments for a job well done and extra time-off are some of the strong incentives that can definitely boost employees engagement and productivity.
Mon Mar 04 2024
![The four-day week looks here to stay The four-day week looks here to stay](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61692933137_PwCsGlobalWorkfor.jpg)
The four-day week looks here to stay
While flexible work arrangements have been available across many sectors, many organisations now offer employees opportunities to reduce work time without reducing pay.
Sat Mar 02 2024
![Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/41670713152_SyedHussainSyedHu.jpg)
Employers ready for progressive wage policy, but some housekeeping needed - MEF
Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said higher wages based on increase of productivity among workers will lure more investors to the country.
Fri Jan 12 2024
![Brazil wants farmers to help save the Amazon. Will it work? Brazil wants farmers to help save the Amazon. Will it work?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81702548274_TBFirefighters.jpg)
Brazil wants farmers to help save the Amazon. Will it work?
Farmers would be encouraged to invest subsidized loans in either improving pasture productivity or converting pasture into cropland.
Sat Dec 16 2023
![Kaedah pendekkan tempoh proses sijil halal Jakim sedang dikenal pasti Kaedah pendekkan tempoh proses sijil halal Jakim sedang dikenal pasti](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/71614832733_Halal.jpg)
Kaedah pendekkan tempoh proses sijil halal Jakim sedang dikenal pasti
Kajian terperinci dilakukan untuk memastikan kaedah implementasi sesuai dilaksana bermula dari prapensijilan sehingga pasca pensijilan.
Tue Oct 17 2023
![Malaysia ranks 27th in 2023 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking Malaysia ranks 27th in 2023 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/81612797680_KUALALUMPUR.jpg)
Malaysia ranks 27th in 2023 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking
Malaysia's improvement were mainly backed by its economic recovery, investment growth and bright spots in exchange rate stability.
Tue Jun 20 2023
![Artificial intelligence a driving force for ASEAN economic growth - SAS Artificial intelligence a driving force for ASEAN economic growth - SAS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61684827673_TBartificialintelli.jpg)
Artificial intelligence a driving force for ASEAN economic growth - SAS
With AI's ability to enhance productivity, operational efficiency, and foster innovation, it has become a crucial tool for businesses.
Tue May 23 2023
![Labour productivity posts 2.1 per cent growth in Q1 2023 Labour productivity posts 2.1 per cent growth in Q1 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61684398992_TBbnm.jpg)
Labour productivity posts 2.1 per cent growth in Q1 2023
Malaysia's labour productivity as expressed by value added per hour worked posted a 2.1 per cent growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2023
Thu May 18 2023
!['Industrial peace' dan 'high productivity' lebih berkesan, lebih kekal dalam menaikkan upah pekerja 'Industrial peace' dan 'high productivity' lebih berkesan, lebih kekal dalam menaikkan upah pekerja](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61673183533_TBRIZANHASSAN.jpg)
'Industrial peace' dan 'high productivity' lebih berkesan, lebih kekal dalam menaikkan upah pekerja
Kebimbangan terbesar ialah pengangguran dalam kalangan golongan belia yang tidak patut berlaku memandangkan peluang kerja sentiasa ada.
Mon May 01 2023
![M'sia jumps 15 ranks in World Bank's 2023 Logistics Performance Index M'sia jumps 15 ranks in World Bank's 2023 Logistics Performance Index](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51670133291_Bajet.jpg)
M'sia jumps 15 ranks in World Bank's 2023 Logistics Performance Index
Malaysia was the second-best performing Asean country after Singapore.
Wed Apr 26 2023
![Early risers hail the '5-to-9 routine' as a way to boost well-being and productivity Early risers hail the '5-to-9 routine' as a way to boost well-being and productivity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/51680692115_healthyGettingup.jpg)
Early risers hail the '5-to-9 routine' as a way to boost well-being and productivity
If you're partial to a lie-in, your daily life could be turned upside down by the new morning routine.
Sun Apr 09 2023
![Google and Microsoft are bringing AI to Word, Excel, Gmail and more Google and Microsoft are bringing AI to Word, Excel, Gmail and more](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/61679373843_Microsoft.jpg)
Google and Microsoft are bringing AI to Word, Excel, Gmail and more
It could boost productivity for us - and cybercriminals.
Tue Mar 21 2023
![Empowering public transport important to overcome congestion - PM Anwar Empowering public transport important to overcome congestion - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/51678943611_AnwarIbrahimMajli.jpg)
Empowering public transport important to overcome congestion - PM Anwar
Empowering public transport is crucial in overcoming traffic congestion which is seen to have affected workers' productivity thus resulting in losses to the country.
Thu Mar 16 2023