Global Impact

Supply chain guru Yossi Sheffi identifies post-COVID-19 trends, including blockchain, robotic process automation, IoT, dark stores, and “China plus one.”

A new working paper details an average 6.2% boost in productivity when workers were paid earlier in a project.

Researchers explore working with intelligent machines and what happens when culture meets globalization.

COVID-19 hasn’t slowed proptech in its quest to remake real estate through big data, artificial intelligence, platforms, and virtual reality.

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

New research reveals the true scope of COVID-19’s global spread. But don’t bank on herd immunity.

Leaders at Converse, Cinépolis, and more on managing new technology, supply chain visibility, and customer expectations in 2020.

Climate risks are mounting. Here are 5 steps to harden your supply chain and master climate change adaptation.

How government R&D still matters, and what makes Rochester, New York special.

The world needs solutions to its multiple water challenges. Here are four ways private business — and private equity — can play a role.