Frontiers
Nudge Users to Catch Generative AI Errors
Prompting users to spot errors when using generative AI to complete reports improves the accuracy of the final product.
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Companies serious about sustainability need to make a business case for investing in lobbying to advance climate policy.
Diversity & Inclusion
What the Smart Money Says About Black CEOs
Stock market reactions to the appointment of Black CEOs reflects both positive sentiment and negative biases.
Collaboration
Are Enterprise Social Platforms All Talk?
Knowledge sharing platforms may not deliver full value if users are focused on self-promotion, not learning from others.
Sustainability
Doubling Down on Impact Reporting
Many U.S. companies will soon have to follow EU sustainability reporting mandates — and contend with double materiality.
Technology Innovation Strategy
Radical Innovation Needs Old-School VC
Innovators working on urgent problems need funders who understand deep-tech opportunities and take a long-term view.
Collaboration
Own Your Words to Gain Authority
Managers who seem to be delivering others’ messages rather than acting autonomously can lose credibility and authority.
AI & Machine Learning
The Working Limitations of Large Language Models
Understanding large language models’ limitations can help users discern which tasks they are and are not well suited for.
AI & Machine Learning
Use Open Source for Safer Generative AI Experiments
Companies that want to experiment with generative AI might find open-source models a safer bet than commercial options.
Crisis Management
The Rise of Exit Bans and Hostage-Taking in China
Foreign companies in China should prepare for the possible detention of their executives if a business dispute arises.
Supply Chains & Logistics
The Looming Challenge of Chemical Disclosures
To comply with new sustainability rules, consumer brands need much more visibility into products’ chemical compositions.