Workforce productivity

This study examined the impact of production line strategies and operational performance of manufacturing companies in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Specifically, it assessed the relationships that one-piece flow, standardised work and ergonomic conditions of the production lines have with operational performance of Manufacturing Companies in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. The survey research design was adopted for this study. The population of the study comprised all the managerial staff of the 48 registered manufacturing firms in Benin City. A total of 144 copies of questionnaire were distributed, retrieved and found usable for the study. Judgemental and convenience sampling procedure was used in administering the copies of questionnaire to selected respondents in Manufacturing Companies in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. The data collected through questionnaire administration were analysed using descriptive statistics such as frequency distribution, mean and standard deviation. Multiple regression analysis was used to estimate the research models using the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) technique. The study found that there is a positive and significant relationship between one￾piece flow, ergonomic conditions of the production lines and operational performance of manufacturing companies in Benin City, Edo state, Nigeria while a positive and non￾significant relationship was found between standardised work and operational performance of Manufacturing Companies in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. It was concluded that adopting one-piece flow and a proper production line ergonomics in the xi organisation will create a more productive workforce, enhanced cost effectiveness and increased profitability. The study recommends that manufacturing companies should consider adopting one-piece flow methodologies, promote a continuous and efficient production process, balance the implementation of standardised work, considering task nature, workforce dynamics, and creativity requirements, and prioritise the creation of ergonomic work environments by investing in facilities that optimize the physical and cognitive capabilities of employees. This should be supported by training programs, regular assessments and employee feedback

This study investigates the effect of health status indicators on labour force participation (LFP) in Nigeria from 2000 to 2021. Key health indicators including Life Expectancy Rate (LNLER), HIV Prevalence Rate (LNHPR), Incidence of Malaria (LNMI), and Population Growth Rate (LNPGR) were analyzed to understand their influence on LFP during the specified period. The Correction analysis is used to analyze the linkages between these variables. Augmented Dickey- Fuller (ADF) test was employed to test for stationarity of the variable in the model. Data for this study will be drawn from Central Bank of Nigeria statistical bulletin, the world development indicators and the World Bank Database. The findings reveal a significant negative association between HIV prevalence and LFP, indicating adverse effects on workforce participation. However, associations between life expectancy, malaria incidence, and population growth rate with LFP were inconclusive, highlighting the need for further research. Policy recommendations include targeted interventions to combat HIV/AIDS, improved access to healthcare, enhanced malaria
prevention efforts, and support for economic opportunities. Overall, addressing health challenges is crucial for enhancing workforce participation and productivity in Nigeria, requiring evidence-based policies and ongoing monitoring to achieve sustainable development