Ideas Made to Matter Supply Chain

The future of supply chains — and the China dilemma

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Supply chain restructuring has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. But don’t expect companies to completely abandon China.

Jul 22, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Data

10 big data blunders to avoid

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Companies make common data science mistakes. Here’s an expert’s guide to what they are and how to avoid them.

Jul 14, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Leadership

Leadership cues to take from performers and artists

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The art of leadership requires putting theories into practice. Painters, musicians, and acrobats can be some of the best teachers.

Jul 1, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Operations Management

A 4-step process for recovering from business disruption

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Firms disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic must position themselves for recovery. The military’s OODA process can help.

Jun 23, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Analytics

How to build a data analytics dream team

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You need to the right team to harness the power of data analytics. From foundational roles to hot new titles, here’s where to start.

May 27, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Research

What should reopen first? Data shows the way

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Banks before gyms, colleges before cafes. A new study offers insight into how to slowly reopen businesses.

May 18, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Behavioral Science

A checklist for COVID-19 public health messaging

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Useful coronavirus public health messages are clear and concise, emphasize the public good, and create the impression that others expect compliance.

May 8, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Strategy

COVID-19 insights from MIT Sloan Management Review

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How to make better decisions, plan for long-term supply chain and economic disruptions, and reduce remote-work stress during the coronavirus outbreak.

Apr 27, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Digital Economy

Study: Consumers value reviews over occupational licenses

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Occupational licensing raises costs, new research finds, but consumers hiring a painter or contractor care more about price and online reviews.

Apr 15, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Economy

How to restart the economy with a ‘safe’ workforce

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When the time comes, restarting the economy needs to be as quick and safe as possible. Safe workers, “immunity certificates,” and digital tracking could help.

Apr 14, 2020
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