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Can CATL power the future?

August 3, 2023 • by Mark J. Greeven in Innovation • 6 min read

Providing it can avoid the perils of geopolitics, Chinese electric vehicle battery maker CATL has all the ingredients necessary to become a world-beating multinational, says IMD Professor of Innovation and Strategy Mark...

Applying the science of supply chain management to the art of talent management

August 2, 2023 • by Lars Häggström, Frederik Anseel, Geert Aelbrecht in Human Resources • 13 min read

Covid has turned many well-established supply chain and HR management strategies on their head, and there are important lessons in this for talent management professionals...

What’s in a name? Why companies decide to rebrand

August 1, 2023 • by Goutam Challagalla in Strategy • 7 min read

Elon Musk’s decision to rebrand Twitter as X has been widely mocked yet there are many valid reasons for companies to change their name, argues Goutam Challagalla....

Boosting organizational agility: 5 proven steps to turbocharge learning and build resilience

August 1, 2023 • by Louise Muhdi in Competitiveness • 8 min read

In a world characterized by disruption and complexity, the ability of organizations to swiftly detect and respond to change has become crucial for sustained success. One decisive element stands out as the...

Do you know how to measure your impact beyond profits?

August 1, 2023 • by Malgorzata Smulowitz in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

There are many measures of success, but often companies get trapped by only seeing the financials. If you set non-financial KPIs across your organization, you will see how different aspects of your...

Six ways to build more inclusive organizations

July 31, 2023 • by Su-Mei Thompson in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • 4 min read

Su-Mei Thompson, CEO at Media Trust and a commissioner at the UK’s equality and human rights regulator, the EHRC, explores how leaders can take meaningful steps to foster a more inclusive organization....

How to think of Russia in our zero-sum economy

July 28, 2023 • by Arturo Bris in Finance • 5 min read

The world is increasingly fragmented, which means the West’s sanctions against Russia are not as powerful as many think they are. Be aware and accept the realities of geopolitics for the sake...

The all-inclusive reading guide for your summer break

July 28, 2023 in Book Review • 3 min read

Fancy something more challenging to read on the beach than the latest Danielle Steel or James Patterson? Then let IMD professors inspire you with their book recommendations on the thorny topic of...

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Why more work doesn't mean better results, with Alyson Meister

July 27, 2023 • by Alyson Meister in Human Resources • 2 min read • Podcast available

Alyson Meister explains how executives of all levels can learn how to unwind more effectively, and build a better attitude to work...

Automation and the future of middle management

July 27, 2023 • by Tomoko Yokoi in Management • 6 min read

Projections of the impact of automation on middle managers run the gamut from bleak to hopeful. Recently published research reveals that what will matter are the nature of current tasks and the...

Inclusive design: why it’s more than just a quick makeover

July 26, 2023 • by Vanessa M. Patrick , Candice R. Hollenbeck in Audio articles • 10 min read

Aside from the moral imperative, there are clear benefits for companies that embrace the principles of inclusive design. Vanessa Patrick and Candice Hollenbeck offer a step-by-step framework to ensure your products and...

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Smarter Execution Score: a tool to measure strategic progress

July 25, 2023 • by Bettina Büchel in Competitiveness • 6 min read

How do you know if your latest strategic initiative is on track? By using the Smarter Execution Score, says Bettina Büchel, executives have a practical tool to measure progress and change course,...

A science-based trick to end procrastination

July 25, 2023 in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Do you find yourself putting off critical tasks in favor of, well, just about anything else? Learn this simple trick to stop procrastinating and accomplish what is important....

Like football, inclusion demands bold leaders and empowered teams

July 24, 2023 • by Tatjana Haenni in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • 5 min read

Women’s football has led the way in how to include and enable the participation and the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. In a polarized world, football and business can learn from our...

Jumping over the hurdles to reimagine the future of work

July 21, 2023 • by Anand Narasimhan in Audio articles • 11 min read

Christian Schmeichel, Chief Future of Work Officer at the business software group SAP,talks about the importance of his role and what others can learn from his company’s experience....

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India: What’s next for the world’s most populous country?

July 21, 2023 • by Niccolò Pisani in Leadership • 5 min read

India has scale and immense economic potential. But it should be approached carefully, looking out for feasible conduits, and leveraging the right pathways to growth. Here are four challenges and my thoughts...

Five ways to create a workplace ‘infusion of inclusion’

July 20, 2023 • by Shelley Zalis in Audio articles • 5 min read

Shelley Zalis, founder and CEO of The Female Quotient, offers advice on how leaders can show that they are serious about building more inclusive work environments....