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Why Immigration Is So Important In The Global Race For Talent

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It’s a concern that has manifested itself in a paper produced by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), which both highlights the crucial role immigration grows in fueling productivity and economic growth, but also the risks of political short-termism resulting in this talent supply being shut down.

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An Agenda for the Future of Global Business

Harvard Business Review

The promise of global progress has become a reality for many — but not for all. Our global narrative of progress, the implicit case for embracing change in exchange for its fruits, is being increasingly called into question by economically marginalized groups and populist politicians across the globe.

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Which U.S. Companies Are Doing the Most R&D in China and India?

Harvard Business Review

And what drives their success with these global engineering initiatives? To find out, we developed a measure and coined the term Global Engineering Intensity (GEI) as the ratio of the headcount of R&D staff in India plus China to a company’s current annual R&D expense. They consider global engineering to be strategic.

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Distinguish Yourself from the Market, Not Just Other Applicants

Harvard Business Review

She was a training manager for a large corporation, advising middle and senior managers on career development. Global IT and increasing global pressures have dramatically changed the game. This shifts knowledge work from a craft into a knowledge production system. Sally (name has been changed) was laid off six months ago.

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Diversity & Leadership | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

However it is my opinion that diversity is not being addressed properly, and as a result has become one of the leading killers of corporate productivity. I will onshore, offshore, outsource, insource, or execute whatever business strategy I implement without regard for diversity.

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Prepare Your Workforce for the Automation Age

Harvard Business Review

But companies will only be able to realize productivity gains from these new operating models if they skillfully manage the soft side of their automation transformation—the people in what will be a vastly different organization. Automation will transform not just production, but operating models. Insight Center.

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World Business Forum – Day 1 Recap | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Carlos is responsible for more than 300 brands globally, and it’s no wonder why – he has a plan and he’s sticking to it. Following are a few of the thoughts David shared in closing out Day 1: Start-ups begin here, but are scaling offshore. More candor can only be good for business.

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