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Data Centers | Peer-Reviewed Research
A new study shows why some facilities cluster in cities for speed and access, while others move to rural regions in search of scale and lower costs.
12 Dec
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Social Ventures | Peer-Reviewed ResearchFor social ventures rooted in marginalized communities, sharing that origin story can make it harder to attract customers beyond those groups. The reason? Fear of stigma transfer.21 Nov
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Financial Markets | Peer-Reviewed ResearchA new study finds that “look-ahead bias” makes trading strategies appear highly profitable in published research, even though they fail in the real world.7 Nov
Credit & Lending | Peer-Reviewed Research
Everyday retail purchases can help banks identify trustworthy borrowers who lack traditional credit histories, expanding access to credit for millions of unbanked people worldwide.
24 Oct
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Customer-Based Strategy | Peer-Reviewed ResearchHiring a dedicated customer liaison can steer teams toward stronger collaboration and higher product adoption.10 Oct
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Emerging Markets | Peer-Reviewed ResearchIn nascent markets, breakthrough products like clean cookstoves can save lives. But lasting impact does not come from donations. It comes from the “knowledge intermediaries” that build a market infrastructure to get these products into homes.26 Sep
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Personal Data | Mind Your Business
Americans have been feeling very protective of our data lately. But what is it exactly that we’re trying to protect?
April 23
Data Breaches | Peer-Reviewed Research
Outsourcing a security increase can make company data more vulnerable, rather than less.
April 23
Donation Behavior | Expert Opinion
As the list of customer metrics grow, which ones indicates financial growth, and which are just a fad?
April 18
Energy Economics | Commentary
The shale industry is in the 3rd inning, but many factors will determine how the game plays out.
April 16
Nonprofit Management | Expert Opinion
What for-profit businesses can teach nonprofits about customer satisfaction.
April 15
Corporate Political Influence | Peer-Reviewed Research
How should corporations involve themselves in politics — if at all?
April 12
Customer Satisfaction | Expert Opinion
Don't get distracted by the gleam of customer loyalty and forget the real goal: customer satisfaction.
April 11
Research | Peer-Reviewed Research
Innovation is the engine of business. But how much do researchers really know about it?
April 09
Negotiations | Expert Opinion
How a dignified display of ire can add a positive glow to negotiations.
April 09
Pricing | Expert Opinion
How to raise prices without driving away customers.
April 03
