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Holacracy and Its Discontents

by Bennett Voyles | Mar. 22 2016

Developments in technology have always led to changes in management practices. Papyrus and writing made the first empires possible, and.

#Organizational Culture, #Hierarchy, #Holacracy

Countering Supplier Power: Can an Employee be Too Good?

by Brian Viard | Mar. 9 2016

Managers instinctively think about the threat of competitors because they can push down prices and lower profits. But there are.

#Education, #Management, #Employee Engagement

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CKGSB Knowledge is the school's quarterly English language publication.

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#Amazon China, #E-Commerce, #E-Commerce in China, #Taobao

It’s about more than just the money

When online retailer Jingdong Mall, also known as 360buy.com, announced its plans to raise up to $5 billion for.

by Teng Binsheng | Jan. 18 2012

#Cho Dong Sung, #Korean Creative Industries

Lessons from South Korea’s creative transition

Cho Dong-Sung is a Professor of Strategy at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB), and the author of.

by Lea Yu | Jan. 18 2012

#Research, #Group Buying, #GroupOn, #GroupOn China, #Local Brands, #Local Government, #Power

Doing Business with China: The Power of Local

The experience of multinational companies shows that succeeding in doing business with China depends on a good understanding of local.

by Sam Waldo | Jan. 18 2012

#Apple, #Education, #Huawei, #Steve Jobs, #Technology

Innovation with Chinese characteristics

Around the world, the October death of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was a collective moment of mourning, admiration, and.

by Christopher Beam | Jan. 17 2012

#China Securities Regulatory Commission, #CSSE, #Lenovo, #Shanghai Stock Exchange, #Tsingtao

How corporate transparency influences stock returns

12-16On December 19, 1990, the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) opened for business in Astor House Hotel. The first listed.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Dec. 16 2011

#Marketing Models, #Zhao Hao, #Automobiles, #4s car dealerships, #Car Dealerships, #Chinese Car Market

China’s 4S car dealerships hit the skids

A decade ago, buying a car in China was no easy task. You normally went to a big market full.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Nov. 9 2011

Supply chain management key to competitiveness: An interview with CKGSB professor Chen Fangruo

China has been the world’s factory for decades, but despite this experience, its supply chain management still lags.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Jul. 27 2011

#Leadership, #Globalization, #Management, #Teamwork

The global implications of the rise of Chinese leaders

As their companies globalize, Chinese leaders will also have to adapt and adjust to a universal culture. There are certain.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Jun. 29 2011

#Charity, #McDonald's, #China Strategy, #Corporate Social responsibility, #NGO, #Bob Langert

McDonald’s CSR experience in China

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept that an increasing number of foreign companies are focusing their attention on and.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Jun. 10 2011

#Foreign Investment, #SSE, #Lenovo, #Business Models

The most sustainable business model for Chinese entrepreneurs

Recently the Chinese stock market has been showing the warning signs of an economic slowdown. The Shanghai Composite Index dropped.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Jan. 18 2011

#Coffee, #Lifestyle, #Starbucks, #Tea

Starbucks: Grinding away at China’s tea culture?

For thousands of years, the teahouse has served as the quintessential hangout for the people of China, starting from the.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Nov. 3 2010

#QC, #Quality Control, #Localization, #Country of Origin, #MNE, #OEM, #Original Equipment Manufacturer, #Pearl River Piano

Pearl River Piano: Building a Chinese brand for the global market

Pearl River Piano has been China’s largest piano manufacturer since 1992. Based in Guangzhou, the company has undergone.

by CKGSB Knowledge | Aug. 27 2010

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