Publications

September 1991 (Revised May 1994)
Background Note

Note on the PC Network Software Industry--1990

By: David B. Yoffie

Examines the economics, technology, customer segments, and competitors of the PC networking software industry. View Details

Keywords: Customers; Economics; Competition; Applications and Software; Technology Adoption; Information Infrastructure

February 2014
Technical Note

Mobile Broadband and the Telecommunications Industry in 2011

By: Lynda M. Applegate, Kerry Herman and Christine Snively

Mobile broadband carriers provide network access to the Internet for a range of devices (typically portable or mobile), including consumer devices such as smartphones, tablets and E-Readers, but also a host of new emerging devices. Mobile broadband networks enable data... View Details

Keywords: Telecommunications; Mobile and Wireless Technology; Applications and Software; Information Infrastructure; Digital Platforms; Mobile and Wireless Technology; Telecommunications Industry; Information Technology Industry; Technology Industry; Communications Industry

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Video Management Policy | About

Video Management Policy General Principles At Harvard Business School, the video management systems infrastructure is implemented to enhance the safety and security of the community, reduce institutional risk, strengthen customer service... View Details

Profile

Tariro Goronga

private equity group making infrastructure investments on behalf of a pension plan. For Tariro, “the skill sets I acquire as part of an investment team will be very valuable when I go back to Africa.” His future remains very much... View Details

Keywords: Manufacturing/Energy

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Fred Smith

of the world's fastest growing economies. "On the one hand, China is really booming," Fred says. "But at the same time, you see the consequences of hypergrowth. The infrastructure hasn't caught up; it's highly polluted and... View Details

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IT Strategy: Creating a Frictionless Experience with Federated Identity and Access Management | Information Technology

infrastructure by implementing tools and practices that adhere to industry best practices for higher education, ensuring a secure, collaborative, and user-friendly environment. The Impact The Federated IAM Program will transform the user... View Details

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Jeff Bernstein

master's degree in speech pathology from Boston University. Looking ahead, they seek a balance between rewarding careers and a rich community life. "I'd like to find something at the intersection between infrastructure and... View Details

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Chris Hurst

deployed to Kuwait and Egypt, where he worked with international partners and supported the flow of engineer troops and materiel into the Middle East. These experiences, plus a subsequent civilian role managing infrastructure planning... View Details

Career Coach

Imam Akinlade

prep, resume and cover letter reviews. To book an appointment, please send Imam an email. Work Experience: Google (internship), CrossBoundary (energy infrastructure investing) and McKinsey & Company (strategy consultant) View Details

February 2022 (Revised April 2022)
Case

BUA Group

By: John D. Macomber, Pippa Tubman Armerding and Wale Lawal

BUA Group must decide between investments in cement, road building, power generation, or sugar. Private businesses are important to economic development in Africa. Students must assess the competitive nature of each of these industries, the magnitude of capital... View Details

Keywords: Investing; Transportation; Strategy; Project Finance; Agribusiness; Construction; Infrastructure; Governing Rules, Regulations, and Reforms; Agriculture and Agribusiness Industry; Nigeria; Africa

December 18, 2023
Article

Lessons from Building a Payment Business in Africa

By: Ranjay Gulati

Keywords: Emerging Markets; Leadership; Partners and Partnerships; Information Infrastructure; Credit Cards; Financial Services Industry

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November 2010
Teaching Note

Mexico: Crisis and Competitiveness (TN)

By: Richard H.K. Vietor and Aldo Musacchio

Teaching Note for 710058. View Details

Keywords: Governing Rules, Regulations, and Reforms; Currency; Government and Politics; Trade; Infrastructure; Mexico; China; Europe; Latin America

June 2010 (Revised December 2013)
Supplement

Hang Lung Properties and the Chengdu Decision (B)

By: John D. Macomber, Michael Shih-Ta Chen and Keith Chi-Ho Wong

Second phase of auction for a prime retail development parcel in Chengdu, China. Competition forces the firm to revisit all of its land purchase criteria. Hang Lung Properties is known for rigorous due diligence, for discipline in buying property, and for good... View Details

Keywords: Geographic Location; Auctions; Bids and Bidding; Infrastructure; Competitive Strategy; Valuation; Real Estate Industry; Chengdu

August 1998 (Revised May 1999)
Case

Network Computer, Inc.

By: Lynda M. Applegate and Kirk A. Goldman

Keywords: Information Infrastructure; Networks; Corporate Strategy; Information Technology; Internet and the Web; Computer Industry

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April 2000 (Revised June 2000)
Case

Everdream

Silicon Valley start-up Everdream wants to turn the provision of PCs to small business into a turnkey service including excellent 24/7 support. This case explores what this will take by focusing on the question of what, if anything, Everdream can guarantee. View Details

Keywords: Service Delivery; Information Infrastructure; Business Startups; Computer Industry; Service Industry; California