How a Numbers-Crunching Culture Can Increase Unethical Behaviour

Idea posted: April 2015

Institutions: City University of Hong Kong    University of Toronto Rotman School of Management    Kellogg School of Management   

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An investigation into the problems of the 1973 Ford Pinto, a car susceptible to catastrophic explosions when rear-ended, revealed that Ford’s engineers had calculated that the company could save $11…

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The Generalist Bias: Why Specialists Are Undervalued

Idea posted: September 2013

Institutions: Kellogg School of Management    City University of Hong Kong   

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A talent shortage combined with today’s intense push for constant growth and competitive differentiation can make hiring the right people a difficult balancing act: Organizations want to hire qualified experts…

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