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Mar 27, 2020
As demand soars during the COVID-19 pandemic, shortages of ventilators and ICU beds are forcing doctors to make tough choices about who should get priority in access to care. Can artificial intelligence help guide the process? Gregory P. Shea, Krzysztof "Kris" Laudanski and Cassie A. Solomon discuss this complex question.
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Mar 27, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has put all leaders under the spotlight in terms of their own digital readiness, write Scott A. Snyder and Yulia Barnakova in this opinion piece.
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Mar 26, 2020
Navigation app Waze is using data collected from drivers to deliver location-specific, experiential advertising. Wharton's Barbara Kahn talks about what that means for brands and consumers.
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Mar 24, 2020
Where the COVID-19 pandemic is headed seems unclear, but a recession is on the way. Wharton's Mauro Guillen discusses what governments can do about the unprecedented challenge of looming layoffs and crashing markets.
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Mar 24, 2020
Where the COVID-19 pandemic is headed seems unclear, but a recession is on the way. Wharton's Mauro Guillen discusses what governments can do about the unprecedented challenge of looming layoffs and crashing markets.
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Mar 23, 2020
The Federal Reserve has shown agility and speed in its attempts to protect the U.S. economy in the wake of the pandemic, but it would do well to steer clear of a policy-making role, say experts.
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Mar 23, 2020
Diversity is essential for successful leadership in times of crisis, says Lloyd W. Howell, Jr., CFO of Booz Allen Hamilton, in this opinion piece.
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Mar 19, 2020
While oil prices plunge, an alternative exists that can take some of the power away from the fossil-fuel juggernauts, say Benjamin and Harvey Rubin in this opinion piece.
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Mar 19, 2020
Firms have an important role to play in the response to COVID-19, but they should leverage the unique ability of the nonprofit sector to serve hard-to-reach populations during disasters, writes Wharton's Aline Gatignon in this opinion piece.
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Mar 17, 2020
From diversified sourcing to inventory buffers, Wharton experts weigh various risk-mitigation strategies businesses could employ to prevent disruptions like those we have seen during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Mar 17, 2020
To help turn panic into proactive action, Steven Minsky, CEO of a risk management firm, lists a series of practical steps that all organizations should explore.
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Mar 16, 2020
Will Covid-19 be as bad as last year's flu? Will it be 10 times as bad? No one knows. But markets are behaving as if we are going to encounter the worst-case scenario, notes Eric K. Clemons in this opinion piece.
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Mar 13, 2020
New research co-authored by Wharton's Olivia S. Mitchell shows that taxing 401(k) contributions instead of taxing payouts -- similar to how Roth IRAs work -- could backfire.
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Mar 12, 2020
As COVID 19, the new coronavirus, accelerates the drive toward online learning, how will business schools remain relevant in the age of AI? Anne Trumbore, senior director of Wharton Online, offers her perspective.
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Mar 10, 2020
As the double whammy of the coronavirus crisis and an oil price war roils global markets, what should investors do? Wharton's Jeremy Siegel and Moody's Mark Zandi offer their insights.
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Mar 10, 2020
Wharton's Sigal Barsade explains how to stop emotional contagion, which often spreads during major events such as the coronavirus outbreak.
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Mar 10, 2020
A new book co-authored by Wharton's Stewart Friedman aims to empower parents with leadership best practices.
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Mar 09, 2020
The total customer experience incorporates every aspect of how products and services are designed, priced, marketed, sold, delivered and supported. However, delivering compelling experiences requires that leaders avoid common mistakes, notes this opinion piece by Mark Leiter.
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Mar 04, 2020
From designer street wear to lobster macaroni and cheese, mixing high-end products with low-end elements is a big trend in marketing. New research coauthored by Wharton's Jonah Berger examines why that's happening and what it means for brands.
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Mar 03, 2020
Firms can play a critical role in the recovery from natural disasters by leveraging their core competencies, say Wharton's Michael Useem and Tyler Wry and Luis Ballesteros of George Washington University.
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Mar 02, 2020
Based on data on every formal SEC investigation between 2000 and 2017, research by Wharton's Daniel Taylor and his co-authors shows that investors lose when companies keep information about investigations under wraps.
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Mar 02, 2020
Reducing future losses from wildfires requires communities to collaborate with insurers and policy makers, write Wharton's Howard Kunreuther and Erin St. Peter in this opinion piece.
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Feb 28, 2020
In an excerpt from a new edition of their book ‘Leading Successful Change,' authors Gregory P. Shea and Cassie A. Solomon discuss Viacom's approach to large-scale transformation.
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Feb 25, 2020
As the human toll mounts in the COVID-19 outbreak, so does the economic damage. Experts from Wharton and Penn discuss what we know - and don't know - about the virus and its potential impact.
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Feb 25, 2020
Georgetown University's Beeck Center has developed a framework with metrics to enable equitable investments in distressed communities.
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Feb 24, 2020
India's economy is in dire straits -- but the latest Union Budget did little to address problems of slow growth and unemployment, according to experts.
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Feb 24, 2020
We are living in an era of "pervasive uncertainty," and leaders need to adopt a more humble, open and committed approach to thrive under these circumstances, writes Wharton dean Geoffrey Garrett in this opinion piece.
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Feb 22, 2020
In behavioral economics, friction that slows down processes is called "sludge." It deprives consumers of access to goods, services and opportunities, and sweeping it away should be a high priority, say Cait Lamberton and Dilip Soman in this opinion piece.
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Feb 18, 2020
Rajesh Jain, founder of Netcore Solutions, says companies must focus on finding and keeping their best customers.
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Feb 18, 2020
Institutional investors outside the OECD countries have infrastructure and India high on their agenda, according to experts who spoke at the Wharton India Economic Forum.
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Feb 17, 2020
New research from Wharton's Judd Kessler and Harvard's Christine Exley finds a striking gender gap in self-promotion, with women consistently underplaying their accomplishments at work.
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Feb 14, 2020
The rapid spread of the coronavirus has become a global health emergency. According to this opinion piece by Wharton's Mauro Guillen, more trade may actually help China cope with this challenge.
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Feb 14, 2020
The rapid spread of the coronavirus has become a global health emergency. According to this opinion piece by Wharton's Mauro Guillen, more trade may actually help China cope with this challenge.
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Feb 14, 2020
Tesla's valuation crossed $100 billion just before CEO Elon Musk announced a $2 billion stock offering. How much is the company worth? Wharton's David Erickson offers some insights in this opinion piece.
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Feb 11, 2020
Macy's has a three-year plan to turn around flagging sales, but experts say it might be too little, too late for the iconic U.S. retailer.
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Feb 11, 2020
New York-based Casper, a mattress seller, lost more than half its value in early February following its IPO. Its experience is a cautionary tale for other unicorns, writes Wharton's David Erickson in this opinion piece.
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Feb 10, 2020
In most investment firms, important decisions are made by senior leaders. But it is more effective to have managers closer to the ground make these calls, says David Hunt, president and CEO of PGIM.
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Feb 10, 2020
New research co-authored by Wharton's Gideon Nave challenges a decade-old theory about a potential cause for autism by showing that administering testosterone doesn't affect cognitive empathy.
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Feb 07, 2020
A study by Boston Consulting Group and Awaris shows that a 10-week mindfulness program can help improve teams' ability to solve problems.
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Feb 04, 2020
The plan would improve health and longevity in the U.S., but its impact on GDP would depend on how it's financed, according to a new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model.
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Feb 04, 2020
Regardless of who wins the race to quantum supremacy, firms need to prepare for this disruptive technology now, write Paul Daugherty, Dan Garrison and Carl Dukatz in this opinion piece.
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Feb 03, 2020
Mohan Valrani, cofounder of the Al Shirawi Group, one of the largest private conglomerates in the UAE, looks back on his career and shares the lessons he feels matter most.
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Feb 03, 2020
The annual ranking of the world's best countries offers keen insight into global branding. Wharton's David Reibstein discusses which nations came out on top - and which are the ones to watch.
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Feb 03, 2020
Pay down debt, defer big expenses, invest prudently and consider cutting the cable cord, Wharton experts advise.
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Jan 28, 2020
The traditional approach of ‘sick care' is making way for wellness, but serious gaps afflict India's health care infrastructure, say experts.
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Jan 28, 2020
The fortunes of a small set of firms hold powerful pointers to the health of the industries they represent, and also the broader economy, according to new Wharton research.
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Jan 28, 2020
The new company will be the fourth-largest automaker in the world. How will it fare in a world where the automobile is being redefined in radical ways?
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Jan 27, 2020
Funders of educational and social initiatives want to see measurable results, says Cicero Group's Trent Kaufman.
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Jan 20, 2020
The U.S.- China trade agreement signed on January 15 is a truce but it's a step in the right direction, says Wharton's Mauro Guillen.
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Jan 17, 2020
Are guaranteed payments to every citizen a solution to the widening wealth gap or a detriment to the long-term health of the economy? A pilot program in Stockton, California, is aiming to find some answers.
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Jan 17, 2020
What affects the career prospects of women who choose to work in information technology? Nishtha Langer offers her insights in this opinion piece.
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Jan 17, 2020
China's bricks-and-mortar shopping malls have come under significant pressure in recent years. Despite strong economic growth and rising consumer demand, China faces severe overcapacity of its physical retail space. This is chiefly due to the growing popularity of e-commerce — as of 2018, nearly 33% of all sales in China took place online. These debt-laden
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Jan 17, 2020
Low interest rates and rising demand from millennials should bolster the market in the year ahead, even while housing supply continues to run short, say experts.
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Jan 15, 2020
Many executives feel unsure about the value that can be extracted from adopting artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced analytics. In this opinion piece, Ravi Bapna offers four self-reflections for leaders on this crucial issue.
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Jan 15, 2020
When consumers order online, they want what they want -- and fast. Industry leaders discussed the latest strategies for e-commerce at the Baker Retailing Center CEO Summit in New York City.
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Jan 14, 2020
Superstition-driven investment behavior is often responsible for the high volatility in stock prices, according to new Wharton research.
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Jan 14, 2020
Superstition-driven investment behavior is often responsible for the high volatility in stock prices, according to new Wharton research.
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Jan 14, 2020
The Fed and other central bankers need to revisit quantitative easing strategies to achieve a broad-based impact and incentivize business investments, according to new Wharton research.
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Jan 13, 2020
Using strong-arm negotiation tactics may get you good deal terms, but they could also harm your long-term working relationship with the other party, leaving you worse off, according to Wharton research.
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Jan 13, 2020
Luxury retailers such as Saks, Nordstrom and Gucci are investing in lavish physical stores blended with improved online service to lure customers, according to industry players at the Baker Retailing Center CEO Summit in New York City.
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Jan 13, 2020
The traditional education ecosystem needs a mindset change to prepare for the new imperative of lifelong learning, says Infosys President Ravi Kumar.
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Jan 07, 2020
As the global media landscape shifts, how will top brands succeed at attracting customers and keeping them engaged? Google's Gopi Kallayil offers his insights in this opinion piece.
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Jan 07, 2020
Fashion re-commerce -- renting, reselling, thrifting -- is weaving itself more intricately into the retail industry's fabric, according to speakers at the Baker Retailing Center CEO Summit in New York.
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Jan 07, 2020
Reduced central bank injections of liquidity, higher asset prices and increased volatility are some of the risks investors face in the year ahead, according to Allianz's Mohamed El-Erian and Wharton's Jeremy Siegel.
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Jan 03, 2020
India's economic engine is sputtering. The Modi government needs to focus single-mindedly on getting the economy back on track, says Duvvuri Subbarao, former governor of the Reserve Bank of India.
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Jan 02, 2020
New Wharton research shows that when people are trying to solve problems, the most effective team discussions happen when participants know what they know - and what they don't.
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Dec 17, 2019
U.S. presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren's plan to tax the ultra-rich could raise much less revenue than projected while also depressing GDP and wages, according to a Penn Wharton Budget Model study.
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Dec 17, 2019
New research by Wharton's Behavior Change for Good Initiative shows that while offering advice benefits the receiver, it also boosts the giver's self-confidence.
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Dec 17, 2019
Looking back 30 years, research co-authored by Wharton's Nikolai Roussanov finds a cyclical pattern of refinancing prior to recessionary periods.
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Dec 13, 2019
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability need to be strategic in order to benefit firms and society, says C. B. Bhattacharya, author of 'Small Actions, Big Difference.'
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Dec 12, 2019
Being the strong, silent doctor isn't good for physicians, their teams or their patients, write Roel van der Heijde and Dirk Deichmann in this opinion piece.
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Dec 10, 2019
Wade Pfau, author of 'Safety-First Retirement Planning,' suggests focusing on four Ls -- lifestyle, longevity, legacy and liquidity.
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Dec 10, 2019
Free shipping is great for shoppers, but it's becoming an increasingly significant cost for online sellers. Wharton's Barbara Kahn and Ron Berman discuss the free-shipping conundrum faced by retailers large and small.
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Dec 06, 2019
Most executives care about creating long-term shareholder value but haven't had the right tool to track it. A new performance measure introduced by Wharton's Nicolaj Siggelkow and INSEAD's Phebo Wibbens aims to change that.
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Dec 06, 2019
Should Facebook and other tech platforms be regulated? Yes, but innovation and regulation must be creatively balanced so that big tech can work for society at large, writes Ravi Bapna in this opinion piece.
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Dec 04, 2019
An ethically sound health care system requires limits on the private sector, says Wharton's Robert Hughes.
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Dec 03, 2019
Mid- and late-career management is being hollowed out by various forces, leaving experienced workers unprepared to navigate the new world of work, writes Jeff Pundyk in this opinion piece.
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Dec 03, 2019
Uber's latest skirmish with London regulators over safety, which cost the company its license to operate in one of its most lucrative markets, is the result of a flawed culture, Wharton experts say.
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Dec 03, 2019
What do top companies get right about using data to make smart decisions? Neil Hoyne, Google's global head of customer analytics, answers that question in this opinion piece.
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Dec 02, 2019
New research from Wharton's Daniel Kim shows that employees of acquired companies are more likely to leave the merged firm than regular hires with similar resumes.
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Dec 02, 2019
Machine learning algorithms don't have a moral character. We need to know how to specify what we want, say Michael Kearns and Aaron Roth, co-authors of 'The Ethical Algorithm.'
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Nov 27, 2019
China's real estate sector remains a significant source of economic activity, despite an economic slowdown and tightened credit conditions. Government policies have fueled this growth for decades, with residential real estate demand largely unwavering. Over time, the market has grown ever more differentiated, targeting consumers in the low-, middle-, and high-income brackets, in cities of
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Nov 26, 2019
A new publication from Penn's Center for High Impact Philanthropy offers a framework for strengthening democracy in an effort to reverse some troubling trends.
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Nov 26, 2019
Fintechs are experiencing high growth as they target the pain points that customers experience with traditional banks, according to BankMobile co-founder Luvleen Sidhu.
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Nov 26, 2019
Scholars have long focused on the effects of bias on the accuracy of predictions. But new research by Wharton's Barbara Mellers and INSEAD's Ville Satop?? found that noise is a much bigger factor than expected.
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Nov 22, 2019
Machine programming -- software that creates its own software -- is at an inflection point. It may redefine many industries, says Intel's Justin Gottschlich.
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Nov 22, 2019
Lawyers are reluctant to use big data and predictive analytics, partly because of the risk-averse nature of the legal field. But attorney Dave Walton and Wharton's Raghuram Iyengar say the benefits are worth it.
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Nov 19, 2019
Trump's "Tax Cuts 2.0" would swell the federal debt, but the U.S. economy would see both short- and long-term gains, according to an analysis by the Penn Wharton Budget Model.
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Nov 18, 2019
New research coauthored by Wharton management professor Exequiel (Zeke) Hernandez looks at why, and under what circumstances, foreign firms boost their performance when they move into areas inhabited by immigrants from their home countries.
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Nov 15, 2019
Climate change is becoming an emergency around the world. So why doesn't it get more priority among corporate strategy executives? Oxford University's Rafael Ramirez poses and answers that question in this opinion piece.
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Nov 14, 2019
Ride-sharing can be more than just transportation. Research co-authored by Wharton's Lindsey Cameron reveals unexpected social and cultural benefits from what happens inside the car.
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Nov 14, 2019
In the aftermath of the WeWork debacle, several potential issues suggest that the $100-billion-plus Vision Fund may have lost its vision. In this opinion piece, Wharton's David Erickson recommends ways the fund can regain its sight.
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Nov 12, 2019
During a recent visit to Wharton, Disney CEO Bob Iger said acquiring household names like Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars was key to the company's strategy for making its new streaming service stand out in a crowded market.
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Nov 12, 2019
Research from Wharton's Daniel Kim busts the popular myth that the most successful startups are founded by whiz kids.
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Nov 12, 2019
Standardized health plans and a centralized clearinghouse would substantially ease the path for Medicare for All, says Obamacare advisor and Penn professor Zeke Emanuel.
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Nov 08, 2019
The recent firing of McDonald's chief executive Steve Easterbrook over a workplace romance highlights a growing intolerance for inappropriate behavior that used to be overlooked.
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Nov 07, 2019
Wharton's George Day and co-author Paul Schoemaker discuss their new book on how companies can safeguard themselves against disruption in the digital age.
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Nov 05, 2019
How did India's innovation ecosystem evolve and reach its current position? The authors of this opinion piece share their insights.
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Nov 05, 2019
How does a worker know what warrants a whistleblower response -- and how can organizations encourage those who want to report a misdeed to come forward?
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Nov 04, 2019
When algorithms make decisions, they engender not just challenges but also huge risks for corporations. Companies should use AI audits to mitigate these risks, writes Wharton's Kartik Hosanagar in this opinion piece.
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