The Uneven Playing Field of Subsidiaries
When a large corporation acquires a smaller company or establishes a new subsidiary, one of its first strategic decisions is how closely to integrate the…
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The Science of Stigma Says to Just ‘Move On’
The stereotypical image of an employee often evokes someone seated at a desk, working a predictable nine-to-five schedule in front of a computer. Yet, for…
Nostalgia as a Catalyst for Value in Company Acquisitions
When companies change hands, the common assumption has been that employee nostalgia is a hindrance to progress. Conventional wisdom suggests that workers who long for…
Beyond Connectivity: The Role of Digital Highways in Building Stronger Businesses
In today’s volatile and fast-changing business environment, resilience has become an indispensable quality for enterprises. The ability to absorb shocks and adapt effectively to crises…
Small exporters show resilience amid Ukraine’s wartime challenges
Researchers have found that smaller Ukrainian exporters have developed a distinctive culture of resilience, enabling them to maintain operations amid war. A study published in…
Track Record Isn’t a Guarantee for CEO Performance
When a company changes its chief executive, the decision carries enormous consequences. Yet a recent study indicates that corporate boards are not necessarily getting better…
Study warns that personalised pricing strategies may harm businesses
Personalised pricing, where businesses tailor the cost of goods or services to individual consumers based on detailed data about their willingness to pay, is often…
New study reveals strong board oversight is key to harnessing overseas intangible asset value
As global competition increasingly turns on technology, brand reputation, and specialised knowledge, a new study has found that corporate boards are pivotal in unlocking the…
New Study Finds Small-World Networks Help Multinationals Navigate ESG Controversies
Multinational enterprises (MNEs) face increasing scrutiny over the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices within their supply chains, particularly as they extend across diverse geographies…
Prosperity and Ethical Sourcing Can Go Hand in Hand
International non-governmental organisations have long called upon companies to carefully examine their supply chains for evidence of human rights abuses and environmental harm. They aim…
Fuel Your Drive by Valuing Time, Not Money
Have you ever embarked on a new diet, only to find yourself disheartened when the scales refused to budge by your target deadline? Or have…
Colorado Hotel Revenues Surge to Record Levels Between 2010 and 2019
A study conducted by Florian Zach, an associate professor in the Howard Feiertag Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the Pamplin College of Business,…