This research shows that firms that switch from DSL to fibre/cable-based broadband experience increased productivity growth. Growth is highest in the year immediately following adoption of high-speed broadband.

If Australia is to continue to grow its economy and increase individual prosperity, productivity policy should focus on key emerging trends like the shift towards service industries, according to this final report of the 5-year Productivity Inquiry.

Labour productivity growth is the key driver of living standards over the medium term. However, growth in labour productivity has slowed markedly over recent decades in Australia and other advanced economies, leading to slower growth in people’s incomes.

This is the first paper in a series of three papers that lays the groundwork for the Commission’s approach and work program on productivity in South Australia.

Mass lay-offs from firms and plant restructuring occur regularly, and can have potentially large consequences on places and communities. This paper estimates the impact of mass lay-offs between 2008-18 across small regions in Europe on regional employment and productivity.