Productivity report on 732 Mauritian companies

The Flagship Report on Productivity – “Mauritius Productivity Study and Report”, prepared by the World Bank for the National Productivity and Competitiveness Council (NPCC) has been completed and submitted to Cabinet.

The Report is the result of a survey of some 732 Mauritian enterprises undertaken by a diverse team of experts from the World Bank and Mauritius.

It aims at supporting the NPCC in achieving its mandate for the promotion of productivity and quality in Mauritius.

According to cabinet papers, focus has been laid on three main areas relating to productivity namely –

(a)  Productivity trends;

(b)  Enabling business environment; and

(c)  Skills gaps and other labour market determinants.

The NPCC intends to disseminate the Report and to consult stakeholders to develop an Action Plan to address the recommendations made.