Common use of Productivity and Efficiency Clause in Contracts

Productivity and Efficiency. 10.1 The Parties to this Agreement recognise the skills, energy and cooperation of Employees in increasing productivity and efficiency across the NTPS and that these improvements are integral to enhanced client service delivery and the career satisfaction and development of Employees. Increasing productivity and efficiency is an ongoing and evolutionary process which takes place within the context of changing Government priorities in policy and service delivery, new client demands, the introduction of new technology, more efficient and effective management and work practices, and ongoing skills development of the workforce. 10.2 The past, present and future contribution of Employees in increasing productivity is recognised through improved terms and conditions of employment which arise from the introduction of this Agreement. 10.3 The Parties acknowledge that this Agreement recognises productivity improvements occurring during the life of this Agreement.