“For a robot, earning trust is not just a matter of good visual design”
Héctor González-Jiménez comments on an article claiming that the aspect of a robot could be determinant in earning trust.
How to stay engaged when everything is changing
Cécile Dejoux reflects on the disengagement of the workforce, as shown by the State of the Global Workplace: 2022 report and the ‘quiet quitting’ and ‘great resignation’ phenomena among others.
Four non-tech conditions for AI to improve performance
Prof. Louis-David Benyayer derives four performance drivers from research about the factors influencing the success of artificial intelligence initiatives.
How to avoid getting trapped by a disruption strategy
Frédéric Fréry reflects on the theory of ‘disruptive innovation’, which some have called the most influential business idea of the early 21st century.
(Video) gaming killed the other media?
Michael Haenlein rejoices at a special report from The Economist noting that video games have become a universal pastime and are following the same path as other mass media.
A much-needed clarification of what the circular economy is – and is not
Economist Hans Stegeman comments on a research paper offering a clear(er) definition of the circular economy.
Picking a side in the ESG wars: what the US political debate means for business
The debate about ESG investing has been hovering around the fringes of American politics for a while. What are the implications for businesses?
War, Peace & Business: How geopolitics is impacting globalisation
Former ambassador Maxime Lefebvre comments on an article published by the FT saying that geopolitics is the biggest threat to globalisation.
Even when algorithms outperform humans, humans can still make the difference
Prof. Louis-David Benyayer reflects on the strategic implications of research showing that under certain conditions, humans perform better than machines when it comes to decision-making.
“It is time to build a society with new imaginaries and models”
Anne-France Mariacher comments on the latest edition of the Circularity Gap Report, which according to her shows we need to start rethinking our consumption and business models.
Is it a unicorn or a donkey with a party hat?
A reflection on unicorns and the lack of purpose of some founders like Sam Bankman-Fried.
Not so Frank! The keys to a great scam
Hervé Laroche comments on the tribulations of the latest fraudulent start-up’s founder.
