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Productivity management: a systematic review of approaches, trends and future research agendas

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  • B. Barreto
  • M. Lopes
  • L. Caldas
  • L. Campos
  • J. Silvério
  • D. Brandão
  • P. Menezes
  • A. Marques
  • C. Neumann

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This systematic literature review (SLR) aims to explore various approaches and characteristics related to productivity management, addressing an identified gap in the literature. The article seeks to present the current landscape of studies, identify international scientific production trends, and propose an agenda with new challenges for future research. The present SLR used the Scopus database with constructs from 2018 onwards. Bibliometric results highlight extensive scientific production on productivity, outlining key contributions from authors, countries, and institutions in the field. Thematic analysis provides a comprehensive view of well-developed, specialised, emerging or declining areas in productivity. A detailed analysis of different productivity measurement approaches offers valuable insights into the diversity of practices adopted by reviewed studies. Future challenges and research opportunities include a deeper understanding of qualitative aspects of productivity management, exploring the interaction between efficiency and effectiveness, and investigating productivity management in specific sectors.

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  • B. Barreto & M. Lopes & L. Caldas & L. Campos & J. Silvério & D. Brandão & P. Menezes & A. Marques & C. Neumann, 2026. "Productivity management: a systematic review of approaches, trends and future research agendas," International Journal of Productivity and Quality Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 48(2), pages 220-238.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpqma:v:48:y:2026:i:2:p:220-238
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