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The Future Economy Project: Advice from Sustainability Experts

Harvard Business Review

He highlights the short-term focus of financial markets and of political systems, and also the need to change consumer preferences and habits, as three big areas that need to change at the system level. For example, installing a rapidly deployable flood barrier around your campus can help keep your buildings operational during megastorms.

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Balancing Push and Pull Approaches to Improvement

Harvard Business Review

An executive in the company's finance operations adopted a Six Sigma belt-driven approach to reduce costs in the company's global shared service centers. You get immediate attention by announcing a program, paying for external or internal advice and training, and setting clear financial targets.