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Institutional Crisis | Peer-Reviewed Research
In the wake of scandal, organizations face a critical question: who will stay committed and who will leave? The answer depends largely on what type of institutional events people attend — and how far the scandal spreads.
30 May
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Finance | Peer-Reviewed ResearchNew research shows how a “permissive governance” policy is empowering financial advisers to fight the exploitation of older Americans.16 May
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Entrepreneurship | Peer-Reviewed ResearchStartups that lose a founder are much less likely to pivot to new industries — a vulnerability that becomes even more dangerous during economic downturns.2 May
Data Analysis | Peer-Reviewed Research
Google search trends can forecast retail sales up to three quarters ahead — giving investors, analysts and policymakers an early glimpse into consumer demand.
17 Apr
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Strategy | Peer-Reviewed ResearchBy pushing regulatory boundaries and engaging with lawmakers, some companies turn nonconformity into a competitive edge — while others lose big.2 Apr
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Crisis Resilience | Peer-Reviewed ResearchIn times of crisis, information overload can drive seemingly irrational stockpiling behavior — but calling it “panic buying” misses the bigger picture.21 Mar
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Strategy | Peer-Reviewed Research
Conflict among senior managers leads to worse organizational outcomes.
January 09
Energy | Features
Reducing Emissions can Have a Fast Impact on Lowering Global Temperatures
November 30
Energy | Peer-Reviewed Research
A Review of the Operations Literature on How Decisions Could be Made in the Energy Industry
November 14
Finance | Peer-Reviewed Research
Testing Option-Based Forecasting
October 06
Communications | Peer-Reviewed Research
When to release the headline-breaking news and when to bury it.
September 13
Corporate Reputation | Features
Corporate America is increasingly taking a stand on hot-button issues. Why not this one?
July 26
Finance | Features
Detractors are suspicious of the anonymity that comes with blockchain technology. Supporters say it's exactly the point.
June 10
Culture | Peer-Reviewed Research
Getting inked doesn't carry the stigma it once did, Rice Business research shows.
June 10
Corporate Social Activism | Features
Why Apple, Disney, IKEA and hundreds of other Western companies are abandoning Russia with barely a shrug
May 04
Marketing | Peer-Reviewed Research
Executives, like everyone, tend to stay the course instead of trying something new. But the familiar path isn’t always the best one.
May 04