Production, productivity and management

The ECLAC mission in the area of production, productivity and management is to prepare and disseminate analysis and policy proposals on the structure and dynamics of production and innovation systems at the sectoral and microeconomic level, as well as their determinants. It also focuses on economic, social and environmental impacts in this area. ECLAC evaluates and prepares public policy proposals, promotes the exchange of experiences, provides technical assistance and supports capacity-building among relevant economic actors in the region.

News

9 Oct 2025 | Press Release

ECLAC: Latin America and the Caribbean Will Only Be Able to Overcome the Trap of Low Capacity for Growth by Embracing a New Vision of Productive Development Policies

Executive Secretary José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs presented the annual report “Panorama of Productive Development Policies in Latin America and the Caribbean 2025” today in Mexico City.

3 Oct 2025 | Press Release

Latin America and the Caribbean Accelerate the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence, though Challenges Remain in Investment, Talent, and Governance

ECLAC and CENIA Chile launch the third edition of the Latin American Artificial Intelligence Index (ILIA 2025).