An independent Crown Entity that provides research and advice to the Government on improving productivity to ensure the wellbeing of New Zealanders. Our work considers whether laws, policies, regulations and institutions that affect New Zealand’s productivity can be improved. We... - undertake in-depth inquiries on topics referred to us by the Government (our core business); - carry out productivity-related research that assists improvement in productivity over time; and - promote understanding of productivity issues. New inquiries include: * Local government funding and financing * Technological change and the future of work Previous inquiries include: * Transitioning to a low-emissions economy (August 2018) * Measuring and improving state sector productivity (August 2018) * Better urban planning (March 2017) * New models of tertiary education (March 2017) * Using land for housing (October 2015) * More effective social services (September 2015) * Regulatory institutions and practices (July 2014) * Boosting productivity in the services sector (June 2014) * Local government regulatory performance (May 2013) * Strengthening trans-Tasman economic relations (November 2012) * Housing affordability (April 2012) * International freight transport costs (March 2012)