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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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Workplace Communication | Mind Your Business
Business jargon: How to not communicate effectively.
February 27
Regulation | Commentary
Repealed rule would do nothing to end energy industry corruption.
February 23
Workplace Emotions | Peer-Reviewed Research
A leader who shows a human range of emotions during a product recall comes across as powerful.
February 14
Family-Owned Business | Peer-Reviewed Research
In a family firm, some things are worth more than money.
February 07
Global Business | Peer-Reviewed Research
State-owned enterprises need to closely analyze potential overseas investments.
February 04
Rethinking SEC Rules | Peer-Reviewed Research
Changing short-selling rules alters stock prices and company choices.
January 26
Small Business | Features
An adored small business goes on the block, and no buyers care.
January 08
Healthcare | News Feed
Could the MD/MBA be a first step in healing a broken health care system?
January 07
Investment Banking | Peer-Reviewed Research
Long-term relationships between investors and underwriters influence pricing and trading.
January 07
Workplace Discrimination | Peer-Reviewed Research
Obese men face significant discrimination in retail settings, both as clients and employees.
December 14
