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Putting People First: The Promise of Human Centered Capitalism

Let's Grow Leaders

Navigating Crisis with Resilience 03:22 Megan introduces her companies pivotal role in the global supply chain, highlighting the company’s commitment to innovation and resilience—a reflection of the human centered approach to business. 05:27 Megan delves into the complexities of managing supply chain crises.

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How Businesses Can Support a Circular Economy

Harvard Business Review

In his speech at COP21 European Union Commissioner for Environment, Maritime Affairs, and Fisheries Karmenu Vella stressed the need to switch to a more circular economy. Employing a circular supply chain would help make processes, such as product design, procurement, and waste management, more efficient and productive.

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Solving the Twin Crises of Energy and Water Scarcity

Harvard Business Review

Most companies’ value chains are heavily dependent on water and energy resources. Automobile manufacturers, for example, create products that rely on metals, chemicals, oil, and gas, which are among the most energy- and water-intensive industries.

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Crisis Management Failures in Japan's Reactors and the BP Spill

Harvard Business Review

It is of even greater importance if a major act of terrorism involving nuclear, chemical, biological or cyber weapons occurs, either in private sector facilities or public spaces that impact private employers. A similar set of problems bedevils Japan.