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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 Finance | Peer-Reviewed Research
When consumers have a full view of their finances in a single mobile app, they’re less likely to incur non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees.
March 06
Gig Economy | Peer-Reviewed Research
When a gig-work platform switched from a five-star rating system to a simple thumbs-up/down, it eliminated a 9% racial earnings gap for their workers.
February 20
Discrimination | Peer-Reviewed Research
Each year, an estimated 80,000 auto loan applications in the U.S. are denied to minority borrowers due to racial bias.
January 22
Customer Satisfaction | Peer-Reviewed Research
Research shows that conservatives are generally more satisfied with their purchases than liberals. But why?
December 09
Workplace Dynamics | Peer-Reviewed Research
Disputes over workplace influence can ruffle feathers — but depending on their motivation, they can also foster growth and strength.
November 20
Education | Expert Opinion
Organizations cannot succeed by rebuking their customers.
November 10
Creativity | Peer-Reviewed Research
Low-power employees in diverse teams produce ideas with greater novelty and utility — even long after their team experience.
November 08
Remote Work | Peer-Reviewed Research
Remote work lets people live where they want, but “time shifting” can put a strain on team collaboration and communication.
October 31
AI | Peer-Reviewed Research
ChatGPT enhances creativity and problem-solving in ways that traditional search tools can’t match.
October 14
Personal Finance | Peer-Reviewed Research
By leveraging sales, coupons and bulk purchases, many households can achieve returns that match or even surpass traditional investments.
September 19
