<![CDATA[Unlocking Wales' Productivity Potential]]>5b59e8a7-eccb-5de3-b0bb-75689daf073dMon, 30 Mar 2026 16:46:51 +0000Captivate.fmBusiness News Waleshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/2fd3d953-4031-4f5e-a88c-7e98b250412f/Unlocking-Wales-Productivity-Potential-SHOW-COVER.pngUnlocking Wales' Productivity PotentialBusiness News WalesBusiness News WalesUnlocking Wales’ Productivity Potential is a new podcast series produced by Business News Wales in partnership with the The Productivity Institute's Wales Productivity Forum. The series will explore what productivity really means, why it matters to our economy, and how it can be improved in practice. Across each episode, we’ll go beyond the headlines and take a closer look at the challenges and opportunities facing businesses and organisations across Wales. From understanding the fundamentals of productivity to exploring its role in public services, we’ll shine a light on the strategies, tool kits, and innovations that can help raise performance and create stronger outcomes for people and places.https://unlocking-wales.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastProductivity in the Public SectorProductivity in the Public SectorPublic services in Wales face immense pressure, from tight budgets and rising demand to workforce shortages and increasing public expectations.

Host Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Wales Forum Chair at the Wales Productivity Forum, is joined by Huw Thomas, Executive Director of Finance at Hywel Dda University Health Board, Owen Wilce, Senior Innovation Manager at Cardiff Capital Region and Barry Lloyd, Head of Innovation and New Product Development at Transport for Wales to examine what ‘public sector productivity’ really means and how improving efficiency, embracing innovation, and supporting staff can help deliver better outcomes for citizens.

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Host Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Wales Forum Chair at the Wales Productivity Forum, is joined by Huw Thomas, Executive Director of Finance at Hywel Dda University Health Board, Owen Wilce, Senior Innovation Manager at Cardiff Capital Region and Barry Lloyd, Head of Innovation and New Product Development at Transport for Wales to examine what ‘public sector productivity’ really means and how improving efficiency, embracing innovation, and supporting staff can help deliver better outcomes for citizens.

]]>6e822247-9dbc-45a6-8c8b-4e81434be656Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +010033:37falsefullUnlocking Hidden Business Productivity PotentialUnlocking Hidden Business Productivity PotentialRunning a business is challenging and time is always in short supply. What if just a few small, smart changes could unlock hidden potential, boost efficiency, and improve profitability?

Host Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Wales Forum Chair at the Wales Productivity Forum, is joined by Tom Wilkinson of Barcud Shared Services, Jane Wallace-Jones of Something Different Wholesale and Jason Murphy of AMRC Cymru to discuss the Wales Business Productivity Toolkit, a practical resource designed to help SMEs identify opportunities for improvement and take action.tion.

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Host Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Wales Forum Chair at the Wales Productivity Forum, is joined by Tom Wilkinson of Barcud Shared Services, Jane Wallace-Jones of Something Different Wholesale and Jason Murphy of AMRC Cymru to discuss the Wales Business Productivity Toolkit, a practical resource designed to help SMEs identify opportunities for improvement and take action.tion.

]]>b5fafb1e-8364-40f5-af57-2012b50710eeFri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +010032:28falsefullUnderstanding Productivity in WalesUnderstanding Productivity in WalesProductivity is one of the most critical, yet misunderstood, drivers of economic growth and wellbeing. Despite its importance, Wales consistently ranks lowest among UK nations and regions for productivity.

This opening episode will set the stage for the Wales Productivity Forum Podcast by unpacking what productivity actually means, why it matters for individuals, businesses, and society, and what Wales needs to do to address its productivity gap.

This conversation will highlight both the challenges and opportunities facing Wales, and explore how coordinated action across government, business, and communities can help build a stronger, fairer economy.

]]>Productivity is one of the most critical, yet misunderstood, drivers of economic growth and wellbeing. Despite its importance, Wales consistently ranks lowest among UK nations and regions for productivity.

This opening episode will set the stage for the Wales Productivity Forum Podcast by unpacking what productivity actually means, why it matters for individuals, businesses, and society, and what Wales needs to do to address its productivity gap.

This conversation will highlight both the challenges and opportunities facing Wales, and explore how coordinated action across government, business, and communities can help build a stronger, fairer economy.

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