Explain the factors necessary to raising productivity. (Brief answers please) Explain the factors necessary to raising productivity. (Brief answers please) (Brief answers please) Solution Many factors which can affect productivity , positively and negatively. Factors necessary to raising productivity are : 1. increase in capital investments in production , 2. Increase in capital investments in technology, 3. Capital investment in facilities, 4. Economies of scale, 5. Knowledge and skill resulting from training and experience, 6. Work methods - positive changes in working methods, 7. quality of products- high quality products, 8. Quality of management- cooperative management, 9. Legislative and regulatory environment, 10. Geographical factors also effect productivity, 11. technological changes-innovative methods, 12. Social environment..