Economy

In more and more workplaces, important decisions aren’t made by managers but by algorithms which have increasing levels of access to and control over workers. While algorithmic management can boost efficiency and flexibility (as well […]

Cash grants appear to be more promising than matching grants, especially if the survival of small businesses, rather than innovation, is the key objective in fragile political contexts. This is the result of a study […]

The changes in society and the phenomena surrounding us are becoming more unexpected and interconnected than ever before. This increasing complexity challenges strategic management, making it harder to predict trends and developments. According to a […]

The economy, we’re often reminded, is cyclical. But we all hope our careers won’t be. That means those of us who make it to the very top—CEOs, for instance—may be unduly influenced by memories of […]

When you’re checking out at an online store, it’s increasingly common to get a prompt inviting you to toss in a few bucks to a good cause. Your decision to give (or not) may feel […]

New research from Portland State University demonstrates that a substantial initiative from the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) and Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is an effective tool for improving the recruitment and […]

International cocoa prices have experienced a historic price surge, rising by over 300% in the space of 12 months from £2,166 per ton of cocoa in April 2023 to £9,980 by April 2024. Prices have […]

Researchers from Texas Christian University, Brooks Running, and University of Washington have published a new study that examines why underrepresented consumers may feel skeptical towards product line extensions aimed at inclusivity and how companies can […]

Environmental, social and governance investing, also known as impact or socially responsible investing, has become a popular concept. It’s based on awareness of the impact that firms have on the environment and on human well-being. […]

Climate policy induces companies to innovate and strict rules around fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions are effective. These are the outcomes of Rik Rozendaal’s Ph.D. research. “Ambitious climate policies can lead to more innovation […]