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- 03 Aug 2015
- Research & Ideas
Why Fierce Competitors Apple and Amazon Became ’Frenemies’ Over eReaders
have the potential to become frenemies, however. Microsoft and Sony still compete bitterly to persuade video game producers to create exclusive content for their gaming consoles—Xbox and PlayStation, respectively. In that case, the two... View Details
- 08 Dec 2008
- Research & Ideas
Thinking Twice About Supply-Chain Layoffs
potential profit drivers rather than the first troops to cut in a downturn. Ton's working paper, "The Effect of Labor on Profitability: The Role of Quality", examines how mundane activities such as stocking shelves, setting up displays,... View Details
- 17 Nov 2008
- Research & Ideas
Decoding the Artful Sidestep
unnoticed) veering. Q: If one of us is in a position in which we are potentially susceptible to conversational blindness, how can we get the information we really need? A: I think the key is to vigilantly remember the question you asked.... View Details
Keywords: by Martha Lagace
- 12 May 2008
- Research & Ideas
Accounting Information as Political Currency
potentially controversial business activities—outsourcing, for example—understate their earnings if it might boost a candidate's chances of election. The research by HBS professor Karthik Ramanna and a colleague from MIT, Professor Sugata... View Details
Keywords: by Martha Lagace
- 16 Oct 2007
- First Look
First Look: October 16, 2007
firms aim to replicate success, and how they find, foster, and sell potential blockbuster products. Also illustrates how similar efforts by competitors increase each firm's dependence on a handful of hits. Contains detailed unique... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- 04 Dec 2006
- Research & Ideas
The Money Connection—Understanding VC Networks
implications in a variety of contexts. "The fact that the world is connected through spanning ties has huge effects on the spread of all manner of things ranging from information about positions among job searchers to the potentially... View Details
- 01 Aug 2000
- Research & Ideas
A Latin American Vision: New HBS Research Center Opens
de la Rua praised the Center's potential for forging links for education, research and mutual support between Latin America and the Harvard Business School. "We have opened the Latin America Research Center with a Latin American... View Details
Keywords: by Martha Lagace
- 01 Jun 2024
- News
Decoding the Promise and Perils of Generative AI
contributions. “Similarly to how the internet and web browsers dramatically reduced the marginal cost of information sharing,” they write, “AI may also be lowering the costs associated with human thinking and reasoning, with potentially... View Details
Keywords: April White
- 11 May 2021
- Blog Post
IPO or M&A? How Venture Capital Shapes a Startup's Future
company to a larger one. In contrast, startups funded by a VC syndicate with less familiar co-investors are most likely to exit through a potentially splashy IPO that could let founders retain more control, says Harvard Business School... View Details
Keywords: Venture Capital / Private Equity
- 23 Jun 2021
- Blog Post
How I Sourced My Internship Outside of the US: Abena Nyantekyi-Owusu
able to stay connected and ultimately was presented with four potential opportunities in Africa. Yet, the conversation with OPay had stuck in her mind and ultimately, she decided to pitch herself for a summer internship with the company.... View Details
- 05 Nov 2020
- Blog Post
12 Weeks of VC Summer: Remote Edition
potentially life-threatening health emergency. When I explained the situation to the Maverick team, they told me to prioritize my mom and work if and when I felt ready. I did ease back into work after a few days, but continued to work... View Details
- 06 Dec 2021
- News
Case Study: Let’s Dance
globally. She sees a huge potential for vertical social networks in the dance community, which is inherently social in the real world but has been largely overlooked by tech. And given its position at the crossroads of music, fitness, and... View Details
- 15 Jun 2021
- News
Diversifying HBS's Case Collection
Group (CRG) has helped faculty members source case leads beyond traditional networks. With the support of the Global Initiative and Baker Library | Bloomberg Center, the CRG has created a new case tracking system to help match faculty with View Details
Keywords: Jennifer Gillespie
- 01 Sep 2020
- News
Navigating the Populism Phenomenon
such as workers facing decreased wages or losing their jobs. RDT: The elite, in general, have overclaimed the advantages of economic globalization. For example, in trade, globalization is potentially helpful for everyone, but for that to... View Details
Keywords: April White
- 01 Jun 2010
- News
Admit It: You’re in Denial
potentially ruinous obstacles that managers face. From Ford to General Motors, Sears to Lehman Brothers, it has torpedoed many good businesses. Why would any sane, smart executive deny a fact of critical importance to his or her business?... View Details
- 12 Jul 2011
- First Look
First Look: July 12
dimensions that can be used to characterize these jurisdictions' IFRS responses: proximity to existing political powers at the IASB; and own potential political power at the IASB. Based on how countries are classified along these... View Details
Keywords: Carmen Nobel
- Portrait Project
Jason Gurwin
unpredictable twists and turns. But in my life, what excites me most is the potential to inspire others, to encourage those who are too scared of the ride to at least get in line. Because for me, no matter the ups and the downs, the... View Details
- 01 Mar 2023
- News
Family Recipe
products has kept prices down by leveraging advances in technology and automation. “The key is to keep the recipe the same and to invest in processes that reduce the potential for worker injury and allow you to remain competitive at the... View Details
- 06 Mar 2017
- News
Leading in the Community and the Boardroom
specializing in strategy, talent management, and leadership development. “I love learning about different sectors and industries, observing good leadership in action, and participating alongside an effective management team,” she says. “I know I’m a voice in the room;... View Details
- 19 Feb 2019
- First Look
New Research and Ideas, February 19, 2019
the opportunity effect). We find that actual awardees of subjective rewards (penalties) exhibit higher (lower) subsequent performance, and that employees who missed out on potential rewards (penalties) due to management’s subjectivity... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne