The steel industry in Pakistan includes both large firms in the organized sector and smaller manufacturers operating in the informal economy; however, the largest 20 companies cater to 80 percent of local steel demand. Contributing an estimated 2 percent to the country's Gross Domestic Product...

In many lower-income countries, rural households depend heavily on farming for their livelihoods, yet limited access to labor-saving technologies constrains productivity and earnings. This study evaluates a two-year randomized phase-in trial with more than 2,000 cotton farmers in rural Côte...

This report emphasises the need for adaptable governance frameworks to navigate the rapid advancements and complexities of artificial intelligence (AI). Highlighting the potential and challenges of AI, this paper advocates for the inclusion of proactive strategies that anticipate future...

This chapter explores the use of Balanced Scorecards to manage sustainable logistics performance in the retail sector. It aims to integrate the issues of sustainability, digital transformation and crisis management. A literature review identifies four key dimensions (economic, social,...

Local governments are transitioning from traditional systems to digital platforms, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a transformative role in this shift. AI offers innovative solutions to manage administrative complexity, enhance service delivery, and promote inclusive governance and...

Policymakers aiming to foster and govern emerging technologies may wish to develop anticipatory capacities and strategic intelligence to inform and future-proof their efforts. This report delves into how these approaches are being mobilised, using advanced materials as a policy-relevant case...