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How Crises Affect Innovation

The Horizons Tracker

The Covid pandemic had a significant impact on innovation in healthcare, but there are signs that the changes might be proving short-lived. A recent study suggests, however, that the collaborative and open approach to innovation that came to the fore during the pandemic might have a better chance of enduring.

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New Tool Provides Visual Analysis Of Global Migration

The Horizons Tracker

Researchers at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) have devised a novel tool, the Global Migration Data Explorer , aimed at tackling the dearth of information regarding global migration movements. This resource offers a visual platform for comprehending migration patterns on a global scale.

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How Innovation Boosts Profitability

The Horizons Tracker

The impact of innovation to improve the profitability of companies is something that has always been assumed, but nonetheless, it’s nice to have some tangible evidence to show it’s the case. They found that the most innovative firms achieved 1.95% higher growth in profitability each year than their less innovative peers.

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America’s Loneliness Epidemic: A Hidden Systemic Risk to Organizations

Michael Lee Stallard

Its presence appears to improve the cardiovascular, endocrine and immune systems’ performance. This is consistent with an earlier analysis on the potential public health relevance of social isolation and loneliness. In measured amounts, stress serves to ready the nervous system for the task at hand. Cultures of Connection.

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Research Shows How HR Systems Struggle To Appreciate Non-Degree Credentials

The Horizons Tracker

I’ve written numerous times about the growth in skills-based recruitment, but new research from Northeastern shows how difficult it can be for HR and talent acquisition systems to recognize non-degree credentials that are included on resumes to prove one’s skills. ” the researchers conclude.

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Key Strategies for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Considering Franchise Ownership

Strategy Driven

Adhering to franchisor rules and reaping the benefits of the franchise system come hand-in-hand. Franchise operations are as much about embracing the established guidelines as they are about innovating within the allowed framework to realize the rewards of entrepreneurship. Target market identification and consumer trend analysis.

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Advancing Gender Diversity in Boardrooms: Success Strategies

N2Growth Blog

The diverse perspectives, experiences, and problem-solving approaches that women bring promote a more robust analysis of opportunities and risks, helping companies navigate challenges and make better-informed decisions. Strengthened Innovation: Diverse teams are more likely to generate innovative solutions.

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