Archive for Summer 2011
August 23, 2011

The Pulse of the Organization

Modupe Akinola explains how integrating biological measures into organizational research yields intriguing new insights into workplace behavior.

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August 23, 2011

Death of a Salesman? Think Again

In their new book, Noel Capon and Gary Tubridy ’83 argue that successful organizations place sales at the front of their business plans, creating stronger customer relationships and higher profits.

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August 23, 2011

Not So Fast, or So Simple

Simple mortgage modification programs may encourage a high rate of strategic default for those whose homes aren’t at risk of foreclosure.

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July 22, 2011

Is Your Business Biased Against Innovation?

Established businesses can reinvigorate their products and services, says Rita McGrath, if they are willing to cast aside assumptions that impede the development of new business models.

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July 22, 2011

Wait and See, at a Cost

New research shows that investors may lose out on potential returns by waiting too long to capitalize on new opportunities, seeking assurance in others' taking the first risk.

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July 22, 2011

Vouching for Outsourced Labor

Research shows how online remote employment agencies can provide a crucial "stamp of approval" for inexperienced workers.

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June 24, 2011

Complicating Choice

When it comes to life's biggest decisions, we make our choices harder than they may really be.

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June 24, 2011

Hide and Seek with Earnings Management

New research suggests that Sarbanes-Oxley has increased companies' focus on cash management, resulting in camouflaged earnings management.

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June 24, 2011

Can Sharing Warranty Costs Lead to Better Products?

New research shows that product quality and safety improves when suppliers bear equal responsibility for warranty costs.

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