C1nounworkbusiness
US/ˌproʊ.dʌkˈtɪv.ə.ti/
UK/ˌprɒd.ʌkˈtɪv.ə.ti/
how much a person, machine or company produces compared with the time or money used
In context
Labor productivity in Vietnam has risen, but it is still lower than in Thailand.
Some managers believe working from home has reduced productivity.
New machines helped the factory boost productivity by thirty percent.
Words that go with productivity
verb + noun
- boost productivityShort breaks can boost productivity in the afternoon.
- improve productivityThe software is designed to improve productivity in small offices.
noun + noun
- labor productivityBetter training is the key to higher labor productivity.
- productivity growthProductivity growth has slowed in many rich countries.
adjective + noun
- low productivityLow productivity keeps wages down.