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- 11 Oct 2015
- News
Students favour menu of food industry courses
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The Rise of Synthetic Colors in the American Food Industry, 1870–1940
By: Ai Hisano
This article examines how, starting in the 1870s, food manufacturers in the United States began to use standardized color, achieved by synthetic dyes, as part of their marketing strategies. The emergence of the synthetic dye industry paralleled the growth of mass... View Details
Keywords: Safety; Food; Health; Brands and Branding; Food and Beverage Industry; Food and Beverage Industry; United States
Hisano, Ai. "The Rise of Synthetic Colors in the American Food Industry, 1870–1940." Special Issue on Food and Agriculture. Business History Review 90, no. 3 (October 2016): 483–504.
- April 1991 (Revised October 1993)
- Case
Cat Fight in the Pet Food Industry (A)
By: David J. Collis
Describes the pet food industry in the mid-eighties prior to the breakout of a major competitive battle as manufacturers fight for share. Illustrates how when there are benefits to play in multiple markets, competitors will take action in one market to preserve their... View Details
Keywords: Cost vs Benefits; Forecasting and Prediction; Financial Markets; Management Analysis, Tools, and Techniques; Ownership Stake; Competition; Corporate Strategy; Food and Beverage Industry
Collis, David J. "Cat Fight in the Pet Food Industry (A)." Harvard Business School Case 391-189, April 1991. (Revised October 1993.)
- 16 Jun 2015
- News
U.S. Fracking Debate: Environment vs. Economics
- 23 Oct 2019
- Podcast
Aspen’s playbook for linking talent ecosystems and the jobs environment
The Aspen Institute has spent the past decade deconstructing how top US post-secondary schools bolster their diverse students’ work and life prospects. The nonprofit recently released its Workforce Playbook, which distills the best practices of leading community... View Details
- 27 Oct 2022
- Video
Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment
- 29 May 2008
- Research & Ideas
Global Change in the Built Environment
Date: May 5-7, 2008 Faculty Chair: Arthur Segel Faculty Summary Report: Colloquium: Global Change in the Built Environment What were the overall goals of the colloquium? The goals of the colloquium were to celebrate Harvard Business... View Details
- December 1999
- Article
Changes in the Work Environment for Creativity during Downsizing
By: T. M. Amabile and Regina Conti
This study examined the work environment for creativity at a large high-technology firm before, during, and after a major downsizing. Creativity and most creativity-supporting aspects of the perceived work environment declined significantly during the downsizing but... View Details
Keywords: Organizational Culture; Situation or Environment; Creativity; Resignation and Termination; Employees; Business or Company Management; Motivation and Incentives; Management Practices and Processes; Crisis Management; Groups and Teams; Communication; Announcements; Interpersonal Communication
Amabile, T. M., and Regina Conti. "Changes in the Work Environment for Creativity during Downsizing." Academy of Management Journal 42, no. 6 (December 1999): 630–640.
- Web
Climate Impact - Business & Environment
“Piva Capital is an early-stage Venture Capital firm focused on investing in hard-to-decarbonize sectors. We are backing entrepreneurs focused on the future of work, resource efficiency, circular economy, food View Details
- 26 Sep 2014
- News
How Food Stamps Fuel Entrepreneurship
- May 1986
- Article
Inertia, Environments and Strategic Choice: Quasi-Experimental Designs for Comparative Research
By: E. Romanelli and Michael Tushman
Romanelli, E., and Michael Tushman. "Inertia, Environments and Strategic Choice: Quasi-Experimental Designs for Comparative Research." Management Science 32, no. 5 (May 1986): 608–621.
- January–February 2021
- Article
Food and Drug Administration Guidance Documents and New Medical Devices: The Case of Breast Prostheses
By: Rachel E. Weitzman, Ariel Dora Stern and Daniel B. Kramer
As pressure mounts on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to speed its review process for novel devices, and budgetary pressures further strain its resources, the critical role of guidance documents in assuring consistent, rigorous, and scientifically grounded... View Details
Keywords: Medical Devices; FDA; Health Care and Treatment; Government Administration; Information; Standards
Weitzman, Rachel E., Ariel Dora Stern, and Daniel B. Kramer. "Food and Drug Administration Guidance Documents and New Medical Devices: The Case of Breast Prostheses." American Journal of Therapeutics 28, no. 1 (January–February 2021).
- Web
Harvard Environmental Centers - Business & Environment
stewards for the future. Contact: David Havelick Harvard University Center for the Environment (HUCE) The Harvard University Center for the Environment (HUCE) encourages research View Details
- 1991
- Book
Economic Environment of International Business
By: R. Vernon and L. T. Wells Jr.
Vernon, R., and L. T. Wells Jr. Economic Environment of International Business. 5th ed. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1991. (Wells was a co-author of the first through fourth editions, as well. One edition was published in Chinese by the editorial staff of the Shanghai San-Lian Bookstore, 1990.)
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Confronting Climate Change - Business & Environment
largest source of greenhouse gas emissions and the largest contributor to climate change. Food & Agriculture Focusing on regenerative agriculture Food View Details
- December 2018
- Supplement
Amazon Acquires Whole Foods (B)
By: Rory McDonald, Sarah Mehta and Shaye Roseman
This short case, meant for pairing with HBS No. 615-013, “AmazonFresh: Rekindling the Online Grocery Market,” explores Amazon’s rationale for acquiring Whole Foods. View Details
Keywords: Mergers and Acquisitions; Growth and Development Strategy; Food and Beverage Industry; Food and Beverage Industry
McDonald, Rory, Sarah Mehta, and Shaye Roseman. "Amazon Acquires Whole Foods (B)." Harvard Business School Supplement 619-029, December 2018.
- November 2010 (Revised January 2012)
- Case
CHS Inc.: Cooperative Leadership in a Global Food Economy
By: Ray A. Goldberg and Matthew Preble
CHS- the largest farm cooperative in the US- was planning its 2020 vision statement and the role the cooperative should play in the food system. View Details
Keywords: Agribusiness; Global Strategy; Goals and Objectives; Cooperative Ownership; Strategic Planning; Agriculture and Agribusiness Industry; United States
Goldberg, Ray A., and Matthew Preble. "CHS Inc.: Cooperative Leadership in a Global Food Economy." Harvard Business School Case 911-409, November 2010. (Revised January 2012.)
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Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment
Advent International set up the Advent Leadership Academy to accelerate the careers of diverse, high-potential leaders across their global portfolio companies. The 120 executives who have completed the program now have the tools to excel in their careers View Details
- 10 Apr 2020
Industry Spotlight Series: Business & Environment
Wonder what an MBA could do to help with your professional growth? Hear from current HBS students and the Business & Environment Initiative staff as they reflect on how the MBA Program is inspiring... View Details