What if every job seeker got a living-wage job?
Economist Pavlina R. Tcherneva demolishes the idea that there is an optimal rate of unemployment and makes a timely case for a national job guarantee.
Business could steer India and the world out of troubled waters
Amid alarming scarcity, some companies are going beyond incremental improvements to change how water is used and managed.November 25, 2019 by Deepali SrivastavaPreparing for a shake-up in global finance
Large companies are probably ready for the obvious effects of the impending shift away from LIBOR, but hazards could be lurking in unexpected places.October 30, 2019 by Jonathan Bergeson and Marguerite DuprieuUs vs. them: Another way is possible
Whether in the boardroom or the halls of government, we can achieve more peaceful and productive ways of working.October 11, 2019 by Adam KahaneHow businesses can deliver on trust in the digital age
The first step to rebuilding trust is to be aware that change and complexity are constant and that everyone — customers, regulators, employees, and the general public — are potential stakeholders.October 8, 2019Strengthening the foundations of trust in the digital age
The speed of technological change requires new thinking about how institutions and businesses deliver on trust.October 8, 2019 by Stephanie Hyde and Blair SheppardBe prepared, not scared, when investing in U.S. companies
Cross-border deals face increased scrutiny, but understanding where regulators are coming from can help prevent trouble.September 9, 2019 by Curt Moldenhauer, Mike Burak, and Darren J. TappRelated tags: Compliance. Transformed., deals, global issues, global perspective, growth, mergers and deals, regulationKeep your CSR programs on track
Corporate social responsibility can be tricky, especially for multinationals. A new study lays out some guidance.August 8, 2019 by Matt PalmquistWhy business should cut food waste
Being green isn’t the only reason for companies to get on board. Retailers, restaurants, and others that find ways to minimize food surpluses will reap financial rewards, too.July 18, 2019 by Deepali SrivastavaRelated tags: environmental policy, global issues, global perspective, green technology, supply chain, sustainabilityMaking universal basic income a reality
With many governments launching UBI-style payments in response to COVID-19 job losses, ongoing UBI programs could become a reality. But first, policymakers and businesses will have to address fundamental implementation issues.April 10, 2019 by Deepali SrivastavaPlanning for the Unexpected
Typical crisis planning focuses on specific potential shocks. But how do you prepare for an unforeseen “asymmetric” threat — one that comes out of nowhere, with no rule book to follow?October 9, 2018 by Paul Wolfowitz, Kristin Rivera, and Glenn WareIs the World Becoming Safer for Whistle-Blowers?
In recent years, a host of legal changes have afforded more protection for people who call out wrongdoing in their organizations.June 19, 2018 by Deborah UngerThe balancing act of corporate social responsibility programs
Employees often take a pay cut to participate in CSR programs, but many do so to gain career skills.May 31, 2018 by Matt PalmquistLiving in a World of Walls: The Backlash to Globalization
A conversation with Ian Bremmer about nationalism and populism, which will remain potent political forces — at least until some fundamental issues are addressed.May 21, 2018 by Art KleinerThe Risks and Costs of Cyber-Attacks
High-profile companies that frequently use consumer data are targets, and negative effects linger for years.May 9, 2018 by Matt PalmquistDistance Doesn’t Matter — or Does It?
What gravity models can teach us about possibilities for U.K. trade.February 8, 2018 by David ArmstrongUnfit for Public Purpose: The Problem with Institutions Today
A conversation with Ian Bremmer about what it will take for political and economic institutions to regain their credibility. Spoiler: It involves finding new models for solving global-scale problems.February 6, 2018 by Art KleinerRelated tags: china, fake news, global economy, global issues, governance, Internet governance, net neutrality, social responsibilityWhen a Japanese Company Adopted English as a First Language
In her new book, Harvard Business School Professor Tsedal Neeley examines the challenge of establishing a lingua franca in global companies.January 23, 2018 by Theodore KinniA Strategist’s Guide to China’s Belt and Road Initiative
A new global megaproject, unparalleled in scope and ambition, presents vast opportunities and risks for multinationals.January 22, 2018 by David Wijeratne, Mark Rathbone, and Gabriel WongRelated tags: asia, china, emerging markets, global expansion, global issues, infrastructure, Pakistan, Strategist's GuideBest Business Books 2017: Economics
Not-So-Great ExpectationsNovember 7, 2017 by Ryan AventNext-Level Cybersecurity: Preparing for Internet Shutdown
Companies around the world need a comprehensive plan in place to ensure that critical business can still get done in the case of a prolonged Web outage.June 29, 2017 by Matt PalmquistCommon purpose: Realigning business, economies, and society
Today’s economic and political upheavals reflect an ongoing misalignment between business and economies (on the one hand) and acceptable societal outcomes (on the other). There is still time to adjust, if we are willing to reexamine some long-held assumptions.May 25, 2017 by Colm Kelly and Blair SheppardRelated tags: economic crisis, financial crisis, financialization, global issues, globalization, technologys+b Trend Watch: The Aging Workforce Is Pressuring Cities
Aging populations and slower birthrates are presenting challenges to cities around the world.November 7, 2016Related tags: global expansion, global issues, global markets, governance, human resources, urbanizationPro-LGBT Companies in Anti-LGBT Countries
A global study coauthored by NYU law professor Kenji Yoshino found a range of business benefits in promoting gender-identity rights.August 2, 2016 by Art KleinerDon’t Believe the Globaloney
Despite obstacles and setbacks, companies are still globalizing at a furious pace.June 7, 2016 by Daniel Gross
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