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- 13 Nov 2006
- Research & Ideas
Science Business: What Happened to Biotech?
Thirty years ago it appeared as if biotech would not only revolutionize healthcare, but also radically improve the very process of R&D itself. This hasn't happened. Though some firms such as Amgen have created dramatic breakthroughs,... View Details
- 20 Nov 2012
- First Look
First Look: November 20
levers differently, which partly explains the variation in Walmart's performance throughout the years. Under Sam Walton, the company's performance improved due mainly to the adoption of new technologies as well as low prices obtained from... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- 29 Jan 2013
- First Look
First Look: Jan. 29
business units and improving their leadership skills. The CDC has adopted an innovative pricing structure. Rather than charging direct fees for these consulting services, it proposed to the client that it... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- 01 Feb 2021
- What Do You Think?
Has the New Economy Finally Arrived?
into the economy to maintain low interest rates, supporting business growth and lower borrowing costs—help? Should we be surprised that economic growth, at least in terms of how we measure it, increased without attendant inflation? Did we... View Details
Keywords: by James Heskett
- 16 Jul 2013
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First Look: July 16
managerial skill, and significant alignment of interests. All these abound in the private sector. Thus major opportunities exist for businesses that can create and claim value by improving resource... View Details
Keywords: Anna Secino
- 17 Feb 2016
- Blog Post
Through The Eyes of The Patient: A Recap of The 13th Annual Health Care Conference
Over 650 people participated in the 13th annual Harvard Business School Health Care Club Conference, which took place on campus on Saturday, January 30th, 2016. The conference brought together students of business, medicine, government,... View Details
Keywords: Health Care
- 01 May 2020
- What Do You Think?
Does Remote Work Mix with Organizational Culture?
things’.” Those working remotely expressed their enthusiasm for it. To the extent it fosters loyalty, it may enhance a culture. Betsy Dickson commented on her move to a remote region this way: “ my employer allowed me to transition to work at home The freedom,... View Details
Keywords: by James Heskett
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A Tradition of Philanthropy - Alumni
from alumni and friends. 2011-2018 The Harvard Business School Campaign, led by John Hess (MBA 1977) and a dedicated group of leadership volunteers , increased alumni engagement; improved the perception of... View Details
- Web
General Management Awards & Honors - Faculty & Research
Winner of the Inaugural European Business History Association Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. Rosabeth M. Kanter : “Haier: Incubating Entrepreneurs in a Chinese Giant” (HBS Case 318-104) with Nancy Hua Dai was selected as a Case... View Details
- 17 Nov 2020
- Research & Ideas
Why a Blended Workforce May Be Key to Lasting Competitive Advantage
In recent years, companies have been anxious about the lack of skilled workers to fill pivotal jobs. But then came COVID-19 and a subsequent recession. The ensuing business turmoil and record-high unemployment may have temporarily distracted companies from their... View Details
Keywords: by Joseph B. Fuller
- 15 May 2018
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New Research and Ideas, May 15, 2018
different settings. A coherent framework helps employees develop a deeper understanding of the business, which can lead to improved engagement, creativity, efficiency, and customer service. Publisher's link:... View Details
Keywords: Dina Gerdeman
- 08 May 2007
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First Look: May 8, 2007
using data from the recent redesign of the NYC High School match, which places approximately 90,000 students per year, we document that the extent of potential efficiency loss is substantial. Over 6,800 student applicants in the main round of assignment could have... View Details
Keywords: Martha Lagace
- 04 Dec 2018
- First Look
New Research and Ideas, December 4, 2018
significantly increasing ROE, and they did so at least in part due to their reputational or status concerns. The ROE increase was predominantly driven by improvements in margins, which were in turn partially driven by cutting R&D... View Details
Keywords: Dina Gerdeman
- 29 Jul 2008
- First Look
First Look: July 29, 2008
http://www.hbsp.harvard.edu/b01/en/common/item_detail.jhtml?id=707002 Patient Flow at Meldon Hospital Harvard Business School Case 608-171 Meldon Hospital challenged a team of physicians to improve patient... View Details
Keywords: Martha Lagace
- 09 Jun 2024
- Blog Post
The EC Formula: MBA Class of 2024 Looks Back
I. She will join Ayala Corporation, the oldest conglomerate in the Philippines, as a corporate strategy manager, where she’ll be charged with active portfolio management across its business units and investments. During your EC year, what... View Details
- 09 Aug 2016
- First Look
August 9, 2016
reframing distress as passion can improve observers' impressions of the expresser. Publisher's link: https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/item.aspx?num=51433 Credit-Induced Boom and Bust By: Di Maggio, Marco, and Amir Kermani Abstract—Can a... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- Web
V.G. Narayanan | About
V.G. Narayanan Senior Associate Dean, Executive Education; Senior Associate Dean, HBS Online Unit Accounting and Management Contact Phone Bio Professor Narayanan is the Thomas D. Casserly, Jr. Professor of Business Administration, and... View Details
- 04 Oct 2021
- Blog Post
Tapping into “Nontraditional” Private Equity and Venture Capital Talent at HBS
partnerships to equip Southern leaders, institutions, and communities to improve economic mobility and advance equity. Mbanusi found over his five years with the organization that aligning future generations of View Details
- 06 Sep 2004
- Research & Ideas
The Innovator’s Battle Plan
acoustics, network management, customer service, and so on. Western Union had none of these skills. Its business did not need to solve these problems. It was on the wrong side of asymmetries. Western Union couldn't suddenly become a... View Details
- 21 Aug 2000
- Research & Ideas
From Emerging Economies to the Global Market: The Case of Embraer
started the case for his elective course on Globalization and Strategy, said that it also illustrates the first efforts of the LARC advisory committee to address business issues unique to the region. "We started talking about what... View Details