In depth analysis of UK productivity including new microdata research and methods improvements.
Publications
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Productivity measurement – how to understand the data around the UK’s biggest economic issue
First in a series of explainer articles from expert academics providing a view on the measurement of productivity in the UK and the productivity puzzle.
Methodology
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Multi-factor productivity (MFP) QMI
Quality and methodology information for multi-factor productivity estimates, detailing strengths and limitations of the data, and data uses and users.
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Quality assurance of Continuous Working Patterns Survey data used in regional productivity statistics
Information on this Ministry of Defence (MoD) data source, how the ONS uses it in its regional productivity and regional input statistics, evaluation of the strengths and limitations of the processes involved and next steps to be taken.
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Quality-adjusted labour input (QALI) QMI
Quality and methodology information for quality-adjusted labour input (QALI), detailing the strengths and limitations of the data, methods used and data uses and users.
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Volume index of capital services (VICS) QMI
Quality and Methodology Information (QMI) report for volume index of capital services (VICS), detailing the strengths and limitations of the data, methods used, and data uses and users.
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Sources and methods for public service productivity estimates
Sources and methods information for the Public service productivity: total, UK publication, detailing the main concepts, output and inputs measures by service area.