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Modular farming which often involves growing crops indoors is becoming more than just a goal for social impact organizations interested in sustainability. It’s becoming a big business increasingly backed by venture capitalists and private equity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In her new book former Amazon executive Julie Benezet offers four key principles to help business leaders navigate uncertainty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Walmart’s recent rethinking of its “people greeter” position had the effect of excluding elderly workers and those with disabilities. Now the company is scrambling to do damage control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Experts discuss whether last-minute negotiations can help the U.K. avoid a disorderly exit from the European Union. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New Wharton research finds that aggressive tax planning by accounting agencies can lead to a lack of transparency in firms’ financial reporting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Government intervention could work where market mechanisms have failed to keep prescription drug prices affordable – but policymakers will have a tough time cutting through the finger-pointing from all sides experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If China flagrantly violates IP rights the U.S. is guilty of bypassing WTO channels. The two must agree on a framework and enforce laws say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wrong calls on market size and shifts in demand patterns along with an inflexible design limited the runway for the world’s largest passenger airliner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Just like 120 years ago when the first cars transformed the U.S. driverless cars will force radical change too. The results could be positive – or positively terrible -- depending on choices made today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Office meetings have a checkered reputation in terms of productivity. But the author of a new book argues that management science can make meetings a valuable asset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
There are viable nonviolent ways of resolving Venezuela’s grave economic and political issues experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mortgage rates recently fell for the third consecutive week but the housing market is awash in uncertainty as unconventional mortgages rise and Washington debates the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New research from Wharton’s Emilie Feldman shows that when it comes to divestitures activists push for changes that most often create shareholder value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bernie Sanders’ announcement that he is running for president in 2020 has turned the spotlight on his “Medicare for All” proposal. It could work in theory experts say -- but the devil is in the details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Winning an Oscar is a great honor for a film actor or director. But can the financial benefits be measured? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Deal sizes and tenures in baseball signings are at the receiving end of a stronger focus on how the stats add up say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A good model can yield good analysis from big data. But the best analysis takes multiple models says author Scott E. Page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A new book explains why personal fulfillment rather than the relentless pursuit of success leads to happiness in the workplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Amazon’s decision on Valentine’s Day to break up with New York -- chosen as one of two sites for its second headquarters -- is a story of missteps on both sides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Green New Deal includes the right steps to combat climate change experts say but implementing it will require several tough tradeoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A record seven million Americans are at least 90 days late on their auto loan payments. What does that mean for the broader economy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gucci’s release of a sweater resembling blackface is the latest controversy renewing calls for greater diversity in the fashion industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Experts explain how worldwide coffee production is threatened by climate change and what the industry is doing about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A new book explains how conscious and unconscious dynamics drive most of our thinking -- and how to gain better control of those processes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New Wharton research shows why it pays for retailers to staff stores with the right number of well-trained employees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Journalist and author Dan Lyons explains how Silicon Valley’s work culture has seeped into other industries making employees more stressed than ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made news last year by suggesting that the top marginal tax rate be raised to 70%. But analysis by the Penn Wharton Budget Model and others is casting doubt on whether it would work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cloud platforms enable companies to offer enhanced digital experiences to users without needing to invest in on-premises technology according to experts from Wharton and SAP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A new service is partnering with major brands to offer popular consumer products in reusable packaging. Will it be a tipping point in convincing people to go green? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cleanliness safety and progressive business environments are a boon to nations’ brands while untrustworthy politics and poor quality products hold others back according to a new report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
