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| 11/30/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD  |
Abercrombie Bargains for a Rebound
Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Michael S. Jeffries is doing something he has long vowed to avoid: He's putting his products on sale. While most ... More
Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Michael S. Jeffries is doing something he has long vowed to avoid: He's putting his products on sale. While most ... More
| 11/30/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Toyota Gets Stuck in a Pair of Ruts
While a strengthening yen eats up profits, Toyota's reputation for quality is taking a hit. Now that a weak dollar and strong yen are hammeri ... More
While a strengthening yen eats up profits, Toyota's reputation for quality is taking a hit. Now that a weak dollar and strong yen are hammeri ... More
| 11/23/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Great Android Invasion
The BusinessWeek article "The Great Android Invasion" (Nov. 23, 2009) discusses how Google is not only coming out with new mobile apps but exten ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Great Android Invasion" (Nov. 23, 2009) discusses how Google is not only coming out with new mobile apps but exten ... More
| 11/23/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Stubborn Luxury of Apple
The BusinessWeek article "The Stubborn Luxury of Apple" (Nov. 23, 2009) discusses how Apple could grab market share by moving downmarket but ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Stubborn Luxury of Apple" (Nov. 23, 2009) discusses how Apple could grab market share by moving downmarket but ... More
| 11/16/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Big Leap for Android and Motorola
Google’s Android 2.0 is much improved and Motorola’s Droid handset is a contender. Android, the heralded smartphone operating system Google u ... More
Google’s Android 2.0 is much improved and Motorola’s Droid handset is a contender. Android, the heralded smartphone operating system Google u ... More
| 11/16/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Engine Finally Turns Over at Ford
Ford Motor Company has posted its first profit in three years, and the company’s brands are showing surprising strength. The economy remains anemic ... More
Ford Motor Company has posted its first profit in three years, and the company’s brands are showing surprising strength. The economy remains anemic ... More
| 11/9/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Verizon Mobilizes Against the iPhone
Verizon, in order to stay ahead of AT&T and Apple, is placing a big bet on Android smartphones and other new gadgets. Can Verizon Wireles ... More
Verizon, in order to stay ahead of AT&T and Apple, is placing a big bet on Android smartphones and other new gadgets. Can Verizon Wireles ... More
| 11/9/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Hard Times Ease for a Cement King
Mexico's Cemex survived a near default, but a return to double-digit growth could be years off. Lorenzo H. Zambrano is awfully cheerful. Over ... More
Mexico's Cemex survived a near default, but a return to double-digit growth could be years off. Lorenzo H. Zambrano is awfully cheerful. Over ... More
| 11/2/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Why All Eyeballs Are on CBS
The BusinessWeek article "Why All Eyeballs Are on CBS" (Nov. 2, 2009) discusses how CBS proves youth isn’t everything by pulling in ad dollars fo ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Why All Eyeballs Are on CBS" (Nov. 2, 2009) discusses how CBS proves youth isn’t everything by pulling in ad dollars fo ... More
| 11/2/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Risky Business at Nissan
The BusinessWeek article "Risky Business at Nissan" (Nov. 2, 2009) discusses how Nissan is keeping its huge extra capacity, betting on a market r ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Risky Business at Nissan" (Nov. 2, 2009) discusses how Nissan is keeping its huge extra capacity, betting on a market r ... More
| 10/26/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Dell’s Do-Over
Dell has fallen on hard times, and Michael Dell is trying to change almost everything about the company he founded. As the center ... More
Dell has fallen on hard times, and Michael Dell is trying to change almost everything about the company he founded. As the center ... More
| 10/26/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Can Apple Spoil Microsoft's Day?
The impending launch of Windows 7 is being seen by Apple as an opportunity to lure PC users away, as Millions of PC owners are expected to ... More
The impending launch of Windows 7 is being seen by Apple as an opportunity to lure PC users away, as Millions of PC owners are expected to ... More
| 10/19/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Sony's Google Gambit
Sony is latching onto search giant Google's open-source Android and other offerings as it plays catch-up with competitors. It's the first PC ... More
Sony is latching onto search giant Google's open-source Android and other offerings as it plays catch-up with competitors. It's the first PC ... More
| 10/19/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Touchdown for Comcast?
While Wall Street may not like Comcast's bid for NBC Universal, it could make sense. When investors learned on Sept. 30 that Comcast CEO Bria ... More
While Wall Street may not like Comcast's bid for NBC Universal, it could make sense. When investors learned on Sept. 30 that Comcast CEO Bria ... More
| 10/12/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
J&J Tries to Buy Itself a Pipeline
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is snapping up biotech, spearheading innovative alliances, and reshuffling R&D. A year ago, when Sheri S. McC ... More
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is snapping up biotech, spearheading innovative alliances, and reshuffling R&D. A year ago, when Sheri S. McC ... More
| 10/12/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Can Google Stay on Top of the Web?
As Bing, Facebook, Twitter, and less well-known upstarts nip at its heels, Google has hundreds of wizards racing to come up with smarter answers. Whil ... More
As Bing, Facebook, Twitter, and less well-known upstarts nip at its heels, Google has hundreds of wizards racing to come up with smarter answers. Whil ... More
| 10/6/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Nestle’s Patience Runs Dry on Bottling Plant
Nestle met surprising resistance to its plan to bottle McCloud’s spring water, and so, with the market shifting, has decided to move on. After six yea ... More
Nestle met surprising resistance to its plan to bottle McCloud’s spring water, and so, with the market shifting, has decided to move on. After six yea ... More
| 10/5/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Mark Hurd of HP Isn’t Resting on His Laurels
Mark Hurd, the CEO of Hewlitt-Packard, says that when he looks at the recent acquisition of Perot Systems by Dell, he considers it a strong validation ... More
Mark Hurd, the CEO of Hewlitt-Packard, says that when he looks at the recent acquisition of Perot Systems by Dell, he considers it a strong validation ... More
| 9/28/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Apps Trump Tunes at Apple
The BusinessWeek article "Apps Trump Tunes at Apple" (Sept. 28, 2009) discusses how, for Apple, music has become less crucial as iPod sales ease. ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Apps Trump Tunes at Apple" (Sept. 28, 2009) discusses how, for Apple, music has become less crucial as iPod sales ease. ... More
| 9/28/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Panasonic Puts Its Chips on 3D TV
The BusinessWeek article "Panasonic Puts Its Chips on 3D TV" (Sept. 28, 2009) discusses how, while plasma sets have given Panasonic a big bo ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Panasonic Puts Its Chips on 3D TV" (Sept. 28, 2009) discusses how, while plasma sets have given Panasonic a big bo ... More
| 9/21/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Will Social-Network Smartphones Click?
The BusinessWeek article, "Will Social-Network Smartphones Click?" (September 21, 2009), discusses how Motorola is betting that new mobile devices aim ... More
The BusinessWeek article, "Will Social-Network Smartphones Click?" (September 21, 2009), discusses how Motorola is betting that new mobile devices aim ... More
| 9/21/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Oracle has Customers Over a Barrel
As Oracle CEO Lawrence Ellison tries to extend the company’s reach into hardware, more corporate clients fret about its high prices and tough tactics. ... More
As Oracle CEO Lawrence Ellison tries to extend the company’s reach into hardware, more corporate clients fret about its high prices and tough tactics. ... More
| 9/14/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
BP Keeps Rolling the Dice
The BusinessWeek article "BP Keeps Rolling the Dice" (Sept. 14, 2009) discusses how a vast new Tibor strike in the Gulf of Mexico is the latest s ... More
The BusinessWeek article "BP Keeps Rolling the Dice" (Sept. 14, 2009) discusses how a vast new Tibor strike in the Gulf of Mexico is the latest s ... More
| 9/14/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Time Warner: Heat from Spider-Man
The BusinessWeek article "Time Warner: Heat from Spider-Man" (Sept. 14, 2009) discusses how Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Entertainment could put pre ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Time Warner: Heat from Spider-Man" (Sept. 14, 2009) discusses how Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Entertainment could put pre ... More
| 9/7/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Big Blue’s Global Lab
IBM is prowling the world to set up what it calls “collaboratories” which match up its researchers with experts from governments, universities, and co ... More
IBM is prowling the world to set up what it calls “collaboratories” which match up its researchers with experts from governments, universities, and co ... More
| 9/7/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Barry Diller’s Brash new Strategy
Barry Diller, the former e-commerce impresario, is placing a contrarian wager on “sponsored” Web content. At a time when content providers are s ... More
Barry Diller, the former e-commerce impresario, is placing a contrarian wager on “sponsored” Web content. At a time when content providers are s ... More
| 8/24/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Hidden Edge at Fiat
The BusinessWeek article "The Hidden Edge at Fiat" (Aug. 24 & 31, 2009) discusses how the automaker Fiat has advanced fuel-efficiency techniq ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Hidden Edge at Fiat" (Aug. 24 & 31, 2009) discusses how the automaker Fiat has advanced fuel-efficiency techniq ... More
| 8/24/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Samsung’s Plan to Widen Its Range
The BusinessWeek article "Samsung’s Plan to Widen Its Range" (Aug. 24 & 31, 2009) discusses how Samsung Electronics, which remains a distant ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Samsung’s Plan to Widen Its Range" (Aug. 24 & 31, 2009) discusses how Samsung Electronics, which remains a distant ... More
| 8/17/2009 | Reviewer: David George Vequist IV, PhD |
Eric Schmidt on Where Google is Headed
According to the CEO of Google, governmental investigations have not slowed down the pace of its innovation. He is quoted as saying, “I would ... More
According to the CEO of Google, governmental investigations have not slowed down the pace of its innovation. He is quoted as saying, “I would ... More
| 8/17/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
How Many Ads Will Web Viewers Watch?
This BusinessWeek article, "How Many Ads Will Web Viewers Watch?" (August 17, 2009), discusses how CBS.com and Hulu are using opposite approaches ... More
This BusinessWeek article, "How Many Ads Will Web Viewers Watch?" (August 17, 2009), discusses how CBS.com and Hulu are using opposite approaches ... More
| 8/17/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Apple and Google: Another Step Apart
While they are still allied against Microsoft, the recent resignation of Google CEO Eric Schmidt from Apple's board reveals escalating conflicts. ... More
While they are still allied against Microsoft, the recent resignation of Google CEO Eric Schmidt from Apple's board reveals escalating conflicts. ... More
| 8/10/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Microsoft: Take That, Google
Its deal with Yahoo! could turn Microsoft, the software giant, into the search rival advertisers have been looking for. Thanks to the long-aw ... More
Its deal with Yahoo! could turn Microsoft, the software giant, into the search rival advertisers have been looking for. Thanks to the long-aw ... More
| 8/10/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Next iPod Generation
As sales slow, Apple has a secret plan to get the ubiquitous iPod music player humming again. The iPod is starting to show its age. It has be ... More
As sales slow, Apple has a secret plan to get the ubiquitous iPod music player humming again. The iPod is starting to show its age. It has be ... More
| 8/3/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Taking a Bite out of Apple’s App Store
The BusinessWeek article "Taking a Bite out of Apple’s App Store" (Aug. 3, 2009) discusses how Verizon Wireless is joining with other carriers to ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Taking a Bite out of Apple’s App Store" (Aug. 3, 2009) discusses how Verizon Wireless is joining with other carriers to ... More
| 8/3/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
'Motorola Has One Bullet Left in Its Gun'
The BusinessWeek article "'Motorola Has One Bullet Left in Its Gun'" (Aug. 3, 2009) discusses how Motorola’s advanced phones using Google’s Andro ... More
The BusinessWeek article "'Motorola Has One Bullet Left in Its Gun'" (Aug. 3, 2009) discusses how Motorola’s advanced phones using Google’s Andro ... More
| 7/27/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
China's Shopping Spree
The Chinese are in the midst of an M&A craze, doubling overseas investments in the last year. Just in June and July, Chinese companies from ... More
The Chinese are in the midst of an M&A craze, doubling overseas investments in the last year. Just in June and July, Chinese companies from ... More
| 7/27/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Microsoft’s Aggressive New Pricing Strategy
Microsoft’s CEO Steven A. Ballmer hopes that extensive price cuts on everything from Office software to Web services will expand the company’s market ... More
Microsoft’s CEO Steven A. Ballmer hopes that extensive price cuts on everything from Office software to Web services will expand the company’s market ... More
| 7/13/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
AT&T's Wireless Ambitions
With growth slowing, AT&T is looking to turn mobile access to the Net into a multibillion-dollar business. It has assembled a new team, l ... More
With growth slowing, AT&T is looking to turn mobile access to the Net into a multibillion-dollar business. It has assembled a new team, l ... More
| 7/13/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Coke vs. Pepsi: The Slugfest in China
In a hard-fought contest in China, Coke is opening plants, boosting non-soda brands, and jazzing up marketing to gain market share against ... More
In a hard-fought contest in China, Coke is opening plants, boosting non-soda brands, and jazzing up marketing to gain market share against ... More
| 7/6/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Microsoft Defends its Empire
The BusinessWeek article, "Microsoft Defends its Empire" (July 6, 2009), discusses how Microsoft is under siege from rivals offering cheap s ... More
The BusinessWeek article, "Microsoft Defends its Empire" (July 6, 2009), discusses how Microsoft is under siege from rivals offering cheap s ... More
| 7/6/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Enough to Make Monster Tremble
With Internet recruiting changing rapidly, Monster.com, the online job site, is losing business to LinkedIn and even Twitter. For Monster, ... More
With Internet recruiting changing rapidly, Monster.com, the online job site, is losing business to LinkedIn and even Twitter. For Monster, ... More
| 6/29/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
TiVo Wants to Be the Google of Television
The BusinessWeek article "TiVo Wants to Be the Google of Television" (June 29. 2009) discusses how TiVo want to be the Google of television by he ... More
The BusinessWeek article "TiVo Wants to Be the Google of Television" (June 29. 2009) discusses how TiVo want to be the Google of television by he ... More
| 6/29/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Microsoft vs. the PC Makers
The BusinessWeek article "Microsoft vs. the PC Makers" (June 29, 2009) discusses how a battle is shaping up between Microsoft and the PC makers o ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Microsoft vs. the PC Makers" (June 29, 2009) discusses how a battle is shaping up between Microsoft and the PC makers o ... More
| 6/22/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
An E-Book Upstart With Unlikely Fans
Digital-book site Scribd woos publishers by offering greater control and more revenue than Amazon. Scribd, shorthand for scribbled, is a sort of ... More
Digital-book site Scribd woos publishers by offering greater control and more revenue than Amazon. Scribd, shorthand for scribbled, is a sort of ... More
| 6/22/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Smartphone Roulette
The BusinessWeek article, "Smartphone Roulette" (June 22, 2009), discusses how digital-software developers face make-or-break choices among ... More
The BusinessWeek article, "Smartphone Roulette" (June 22, 2009), discusses how digital-software developers face make-or-break choices among ... More
| 6/15/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Dell Is on the Prowl
Dell, with $10 billion in hand, is shopping for acquisitions beyond the PC business. In a strategic shift, Dell plans to get more aggressive ... More
Dell, with $10 billion in hand, is shopping for acquisitions beyond the PC business. In a strategic shift, Dell plans to get more aggressive ... More
| 6/15/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Cloud Computing's Big Bang for Business
With cloud computing, information is no longer captive to individual devices and is now accessible anywhere. The implications are vast. In 19 ... More
With cloud computing, information is no longer captive to individual devices and is now accessible anywhere. The implications are vast. In 19 ... More
| 6/8/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
HP Declares War on Counterfeiters
With counterfeit printer ink hurting its brand and profits, Hewlett-Packard has declared war on counterfeiters. Combating counterfeit ink has ... More
With counterfeit printer ink hurting its brand and profits, Hewlett-Packard has declared war on counterfeiters. Combating counterfeit ink has ... More
| 6/8/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Surprising Strength of Southeast Asia
Despite continuing concerns about corruption, red tape, and political instability, Southeast Asia is suffering far less than other parts of t ... More
Despite continuing concerns about corruption, red tape, and political instability, Southeast Asia is suffering far less than other parts of t ... More
| 6/1/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Kia Motors: Still Cheap, Now Chic
The BusinessWeek article "Kia Motors: Still Cheap, Now Chic" (June 1, 2009) discusses whether Kia Motors’ Audi veteran Peter Schreyer’s designs c ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Kia Motors: Still Cheap, Now Chic" (June 1, 2009) discusses whether Kia Motors’ Audi veteran Peter Schreyer’s designs c ... More
| 6/1/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Looking for Life after Laptops
The BusinessWeek article "Looking for Life after Laptops" (June 1, 2009) discusses how although netbooks have helped Quanta rank No. 7 in this ye ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Looking for Life after Laptops" (June 1, 2009) discusses how although netbooks have helped Quanta rank No. 7 in this ye ... More
| 5/25/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Cisco Seizes the Moment
Cisco is plunging into new markets to keep sales growth high. But, the strategy could alienate key partners. In recent weeks, Cisco has cu ... More
Cisco is plunging into new markets to keep sales growth high. But, the strategy could alienate key partners. In recent weeks, Cisco has cu ... More
| 5/25/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Digging for New Ways to Profit From Trash
With recyclable prices plunging, haulers like Waste Management are changing how they do business. When the global economy was chugging along, mi ... More
With recyclable prices plunging, haulers like Waste Management are changing how they do business. When the global economy was chugging along, mi ... More
| 5/18/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Attack of the Google Wannabes
Big players and startups aim to offer better search engines to steal away some of Google’s lucrative traffic. Google dominates internet searchin ... More
Big players and startups aim to offer better search engines to steal away some of Google’s lucrative traffic. Google dominates internet searchin ... More
| 5/18/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Bigger, Better, Budget Ultrathins
The first of a new class of notebooks aimed at netbook-weary road warriors has started a fresh battle in the war between Intel and AMD. Netbooks ... More
The first of a new class of notebooks aimed at netbook-weary road warriors has started a fresh battle in the war between Intel and AMD. Netbooks ... More
| 5/11/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Good Times for Cheap Cell Phones
China’s ZTE, the world’s No. 6 handset maker, is using lower prices to gain on rivals stung by the downturn. Hou Weigui, the 67-year-old founder ... More
China’s ZTE, the world’s No. 6 handset maker, is using lower prices to gain on rivals stung by the downturn. Hou Weigui, the 67-year-old founder ... More
| 5/11/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What the Nano Means to India
Tata Motors' new car, the Nano, the world’s cheapest, is set to change the lives of India’s middle class. Since January 2008, when a prototype o ... More
Tata Motors' new car, the Nano, the world’s cheapest, is set to change the lives of India’s middle class. Since January 2008, when a prototype o ... More
| 5/4/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Oracle Faces its Toughest Deal yet
With its acquisition of Sun, Oracle is venturing into new space-making computer servers. It’s a risky strategy. Since 2005, Oracle CEO Lar ... More
With its acquisition of Sun, Oracle is venturing into new space-making computer servers. It’s a risky strategy. Since 2005, Oracle CEO Lar ... More
| 5/4/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Philip Morris Unbound
Freed from Altria, Philip Morris International CEO Louis Camilleri is pushing hard to boost global sales before U.S.-style tobacco restrictions spread ... More
Freed from Altria, Philip Morris International CEO Louis Camilleri is pushing hard to boost global sales before U.S.-style tobacco restrictions spread ... More
| 4/27/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Blowing Up Pepsi
The BusinessWeek article "Blowing Up Pepsi" (April 27, 2009) discusses how some analysts are beginning to question whether Massimo D’Amore, the C ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Blowing Up Pepsi" (April 27, 2009) discusses how some analysts are beginning to question whether Massimo D’Amore, the C ... More
| 4/27/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Big Blue Goes into Analysis
The BusinessWeek article "Big Blue Goes into Analysis" (April 27, 2009) discusses how IBM’s biggest foray yet into consulting will try to tap int ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Big Blue Goes into Analysis" (April 27, 2009) discusses how IBM’s biggest foray yet into consulting will try to tap int ... More
| 4/20/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
How Microsoft Is Fighting Back (Finally)
The BusinessWeek article "How Microsoft Is Fighting Back (Finally)" (April 20, 2009) discusses how Microsoft is counterpunching Apple and Linux w ... More
The BusinessWeek article "How Microsoft Is Fighting Back (Finally)" (April 20, 2009) discusses how Microsoft is counterpunching Apple and Linux w ... More
| 4/20/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Acer’s Game-Changing PC Offensive
The BusinessWeek article "Acer’s Game-Changing PC Offensive" (April 20, 2009) discusses how Acer’s game-changing PC offensive in pricing its netb ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Acer’s Game-Changing PC Offensive" (April 20, 2009) discusses how Acer’s game-changing PC offensive in pricing its netb ... More
| 4/13/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Online TV Threat has Cable Scrambling
The online TV threat has cable giants such as Comcast, Time Warner and the rest of the industry going on the offensive against red-hot Web rivals.&nbs ... More
The online TV threat has cable giants such as Comcast, Time Warner and the rest of the industry going on the offensive against red-hot Web rivals.&nbs ... More
| 4/13/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
From Great to Good
With CEO Jeff Immelt facing few good options, General Electric is losing its powerful glow. In recent months, Immelt has been buffeted by c ... More
With CEO Jeff Immelt facing few good options, General Electric is losing its powerful glow. In recent months, Immelt has been buffeted by c ... More
| 4/6/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Three Views from the Corner Office
The BusinessWeek article "Three Views from the Corner Office" (April 6, 2009) discusses how BusinessWeek helped to sponsor a media summit wh ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Three Views from the Corner Office" (April 6, 2009) discusses how BusinessWeek helped to sponsor a media summit wh ... More
| 4/6/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
An All-Out Online Assault on the iPhone
The BusinessWeek article "An All-Out Online Assault on the iPhone" (April 6, 2009) discusses how Research in Motion (RIM), Microsoft, Nokia, and Palm ... More
The BusinessWeek article "An All-Out Online Assault on the iPhone" (April 6, 2009) discusses how Research in Motion (RIM), Microsoft, Nokia, and Palm ... More
| 3/23/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Inspiration From Emerging Economies
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| 3/23/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Drug Mergers' Harsh Side Effects
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| 3/16/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
New Frugality in the Oil Patch
Energy companies are cutting back on drilling and getting creative at trimming expenses, according to the BusinessWeek article "New Frugality in the O ... More
Energy companies are cutting back on drilling and getting creative at trimming expenses, according to the BusinessWeek article "New Frugality in the O ... More
| 3/16/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Soapy Path to Power at P&G
The demands of the laundry unit have shaped the last three CEOs and today’s top contenders at Procter & Gamble. Although it makes up le ... More
The demands of the laundry unit have shaped the last three CEOs and today’s top contenders at Procter & Gamble. Although it makes up le ... More
| 3/9/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Online Ads: Beyond Counting Clicks
The BusinessWeek article "Online Ads: Beyond Counting Clicks" (March 9, 2009) discusses how the startup company, Betawave, plans to charge n ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Online Ads: Beyond Counting Clicks" (March 9, 2009) discusses how the startup company, Betawave, plans to charge n ... More
| 3/9/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Merrill’s Bleeding Brand
The BusinessWeek article "Merrill’s Bleeding Brand" (March 9, 2009) discusses how Merrill Lynch, Bank of America’s big acquisition, is losing sen ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Merrill’s Bleeding Brand" (March 9, 2009) discusses how Merrill Lynch, Bank of America’s big acquisition, is losing sen ... More
| 3/2/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
How Amazon Aims to Keep you Clicking
Amazon.com aims to keep customers clicking - even covering the customer-service shortcomings of partners who sell on its site. For the most part ... More
Amazon.com aims to keep customers clicking - even covering the customer-service shortcomings of partners who sell on its site. For the most part ... More
| 3/2/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Hollywood Ponders a Post-DVD Future
Hollywood producers are pondering a post-DVD future, according to the BusinessWeek article "Hollywood Ponders a Post-DVD Future" (March 2, 2009). &nbs ... More
Hollywood producers are pondering a post-DVD future, according to the BusinessWeek article "Hollywood Ponders a Post-DVD Future" (March 2, 2009). &nbs ... More
| 2/23/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Discover: Credit Where Credit Is Due
The BusinessWeek article "Discover: Credit Where Credit Is Due" (February 23, 2009) discusses how the Discover credit card, long derided as ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Discover: Credit Where Credit Is Due" (February 23, 2009) discusses how the Discover credit card, long derided as ... More
| 2/23/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Windows and Intel’s Digital Divide
The BusinessWeek article "Windows and Intel’s Digital Divide" (February 23, 2009) discusses how a legendary partnership is being put to ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Windows and Intel’s Digital Divide" (February 23, 2009) discusses how a legendary partnership is being put to ... More
| 2/16/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
GM Hits a Wall in China, Too
The BusinessWeek article "GM Hits a Wall in China, Too" (February 16, 2009) discusses how, in China, consumers concerned about quality and about ... More
The BusinessWeek article "GM Hits a Wall in China, Too" (February 16, 2009) discusses how, in China, consumers concerned about quality and about ... More
| 2/16/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
WiMAX: The Signal Flickers
The BusinessWeek article "WiMAX: The Signal Flickers" (February 16, 2009) discusses how Clearwire, a provider of superfast wireless service, need ... More
The BusinessWeek article "WiMAX: The Signal Flickers" (February 16, 2009) discusses how Clearwire, a provider of superfast wireless service, need ... More
| 2/9/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Bargain-Rate Buzz
Businesses everywhere are adjusting, painfully, to tough times and promoting their wares with limited funds. But that's nothing new for Bo ... More
Businesses everywhere are adjusting, painfully, to tough times and promoting their wares with limited funds. But that's nothing new for Bo ... More
| 2/9/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Slugfest in the Supermarket
Big grocers are steamed that packaged food prices remain high while commodities have dropped. A year ago, when the cost of commodities such a ... More
Big grocers are steamed that packaged food prices remain high while commodities have dropped. A year ago, when the cost of commodities such a ... More
| 1/26/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Real Potential of Apple's iPhone
The developer stampede to the App Store gives Apple a shot at a larger chunk of the cell-phone business. The possibilities grow by the day ... More
The developer stampede to the App Store gives Apple a shot at a larger chunk of the cell-phone business. The possibilities grow by the day ... More
| 1/26/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Hang the Recession, Let's Bulk Up
Chicago law firm Sonnenschein sees troubled times as a chance to grab talent and crush rivals. Its success will turn in large part on Sonnens ... More
Chicago law firm Sonnenschein sees troubled times as a chance to grab talent and crush rivals. Its success will turn in large part on Sonnens ... More
| 1/19/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Ford Heads Out on a Road of Its Own
The BusinessWeek article "Ford Heads Out on a Road of Its Own" (January 19, 2009) discusses how, while General Motors and Chrysler seek ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Ford Heads Out on a Road of Its Own" (January 19, 2009) discusses how, while General Motors and Chrysler seek ... More
| 1/19/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What DuPont Did Right
The BusinessWeek article "What DuPont Did Right" (January 19, 2009) discusses how DuPont rallied its troops and confronted the downturn deci ... More
The BusinessWeek article "What DuPont Did Right" (January 19, 2009) discusses how DuPont rallied its troops and confronted the downturn deci ... More
| 1/12/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Which Airlines Will Disappear in 2009?
The airline industry should be entering 2009 with a nice tailwind, according to the BusinessWeek article "Which Airlines Will Disappear in 2009?" (Jan ... More
The airline industry should be entering 2009 with a nice tailwind, according to the BusinessWeek article "Which Airlines Will Disappear in 2009?" (Jan ... More
| 1/12/2009 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Hundred Factories Too Many
Can carmakers scale down production and then ramp back up when demand starts to recover? With sales tanking from Beijing to Boston, automakers f ... More
Can carmakers scale down production and then ramp back up when demand starts to recover? With sales tanking from Beijing to Boston, automakers f ... More
| 12/29/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What FedEx Isn't Delivering
FedEx, which acquired Kinko's in 2004, has seen profits falling by half, and customers keep complaining. Kinko's is not what it once was, and ... More
FedEx, which acquired Kinko's in 2004, has seen profits falling by half, and customers keep complaining. Kinko's is not what it once was, and ... More
| 12/29/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Chipmakers on the Edge
Awash in inventory, global semiconductor companies are in deep trouble, and some are seeking bailouts. While so much attention has been focus ... More
Awash in inventory, global semiconductor companies are in deep trouble, and some are seeking bailouts. While so much attention has been focus ... More
| 12/22/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
How HP Got the Wow! Back
The BusinessWeek article "How HP Got the Wow! Back" (December 22, 2008) discusses how Hewlett-Packard became the world’s top PC maker throug ... More
The BusinessWeek article "How HP Got the Wow! Back" (December 22, 2008) discusses how Hewlett-Packard became the world’s top PC maker throug ... More
| 12/22/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
This Holiday Season, Worries ‘R’ Us
The BusinessWeek article "This Holiday Season, Worries ‘R’ Us" (December 22, 2008) discusses how Toys ‘R” Us is discounting heavily, but its ... More
The BusinessWeek article "This Holiday Season, Worries ‘R’ Us" (December 22, 2008) discusses how Toys ‘R” Us is discounting heavily, but its ... More
| 12/15/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Even Toyota’s got the Blues
This BusinessWeek article "Even Toyota's got the Blues" (December 15, 2008) discusses how despite plunging sales and mounting losses, even Toyota, the ... More
This BusinessWeek article "Even Toyota's got the Blues" (December 15, 2008) discusses how despite plunging sales and mounting losses, even Toyota, the ... More
| 12/15/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Inside Track in Medical Cameras
The BusinessWeek article "The Inside Track in Medical Cameras" (December 15, 2008) discusses how Olympus, the Japanese camera manufacturer, scored big ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Inside Track in Medical Cameras" (December 15, 2008) discusses how Olympus, the Japanese camera manufacturer, scored big ... More
| 12/8/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
User-Friendly Finance for Generation Y
The BusinessWeek article "User-Friendly Finance for Generation Y" (December 8, 2008) discusses how PNC Bank is winning young customers with a sli ... More
The BusinessWeek article "User-Friendly Finance for Generation Y" (December 8, 2008) discusses how PNC Bank is winning young customers with a sli ... More
| 12/8/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
How Uncle Sam Is Reshaping Banking
The BusinessWeek article "How Uncle Sam Is Reshaping Banking" (December 2008) discusses how evidence is emerging that the U.S. Treasury is using ... More
The BusinessWeek article "How Uncle Sam Is Reshaping Banking" (December 2008) discusses how evidence is emerging that the U.S. Treasury is using ... More
| 12/1/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Look Who's Doing O.K. in the Music Business
While doubted by the skeptics, Warner Music Group, under its CEO Edgar Bronfman, is gaining share in an industry searching for strategies. Br ... More
While doubted by the skeptics, Warner Music Group, under its CEO Edgar Bronfman, is gaining share in an industry searching for strategies. Br ... More
| 12/1/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Facebook's Land Grab in the Face of a Downturn
Facebook, the social-networking site, is moving aggressively to sign up more users around the world while much of Silicon Valley hunkers down ... More
Facebook, the social-networking site, is moving aggressively to sign up more users around the world while much of Silicon Valley hunkers down ... More
| 11/24/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Damage Control at the Big Insurers
Individual investors aren’t the only ones scared to look at their portfolios. Insurance giants such as MetLife are also watching their holdings wither ... More
Individual investors aren’t the only ones scared to look at their portfolios. Insurance giants such as MetLife are also watching their holdings wither ... More
| 11/24/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Cisco’s Brave New World
The BusinessWeek article "Cisco's Brave New World" (November 24, 2008) discusses how Cisco, the IT giant, and it’s Senior Vice President for Emerging ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Cisco's Brave New World" (November 24, 2008) discusses how Cisco, the IT giant, and it’s Senior Vice President for Emerging ... More
| 11/17/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Web 2.0 Startups: Who Will Survive?
The BusinessWeek article "Web 2.0 Startups: Who Will Survive?" (November 17, 2008) discusses how Reid Hoffman, the CEO of LinkedIn, thi ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Web 2.0 Startups: Who Will Survive?" (November 17, 2008) discusses how Reid Hoffman, the CEO of LinkedIn, thi ... More
| 11/17/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
This Social Network Is Up and Running
The BusinessWeek article "This Social Network Is Up and Running" (November 17, 2009) discusses how Nike’s Nike+ social networking site draws ... More
The BusinessWeek article "This Social Network Is Up and Running" (November 17, 2009) discusses how Nike’s Nike+ social networking site draws ... More
| 11/10/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Why America Needs an Economic Strategy
The BusinessWeek article "Why America Needs an Economic Strategy" (November 10, 2008) discusses the suggested prescriptions of the Harvard ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Why America Needs an Economic Strategy" (November 10, 2008) discusses the suggested prescriptions of the Harvard ... More
| 11/10/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Sony Chases Apple's Magic
Sony, the Japanese electronics giant, seeks to be more like Apple, which consistently delivers supercool gadgets that are easy to use, such a ... More
Sony, the Japanese electronics giant, seeks to be more like Apple, which consistently delivers supercool gadgets that are easy to use, such a ... More
| 11/3/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Is Sirius Falling to Earth?
Burdened with debt and costly talent, Sirius, the pioneering satellite radio provider, is fighting to survive. Sirius, which completed a merger with X ... More
Burdened with debt and costly talent, Sirius, the pioneering satellite radio provider, is fighting to survive. Sirius, which completed a merger with X ... More
| 11/3/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Kerkorian’s Other Problem
Kirk Kerkorian has used his MGM stake to a make a big bet on Ford, and now an ill-starred Vegas megaproject is tripping him up. It was to be the culmi ... More
Kirk Kerkorian has used his MGM stake to a make a big bet on Ford, and now an ill-starred Vegas megaproject is tripping him up. It was to be the culmi ... More
| 10/27/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Power Shift in the World of Oil
The BusinessWeek article "A Power Shift in the World of Oil" (October 27, 2008) discusses how, based on data showing producers from Rus ... More
The BusinessWeek article "A Power Shift in the World of Oil" (October 27, 2008) discusses how, based on data showing producers from Rus ... More
| 10/27/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
TJX: Dressed to Kill for the Downturn
The BusinessWeek article "TJX: Dressed to Kill for the Downturn" (October 27, 2008) discusses why T.J. Maxx may hold an advantage over other reta ... More
The BusinessWeek article "TJX: Dressed to Kill for the Downturn" (October 27, 2008) discusses why T.J. Maxx may hold an advantage over other reta ... More
| 10/20/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
IndyMac: Thinking Beyond Foreclosure
The BusinessWeek article "IndyMac: Thinking Beyond Foreclosure" (October 20, 2008) discusses how IndyMac Federal Bank's fast-track mortgage modificati ... More
The BusinessWeek article "IndyMac: Thinking Beyond Foreclosure" (October 20, 2008) discusses how IndyMac Federal Bank's fast-track mortgage modificati ... More
| 10/20/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Wireless Web Phones for Less Than $50
The BusinessWeek article "Wireless Web Phones for Less Than $50" (October 20, 2008) discusses whether the very low-cost INQ cell phones can ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Wireless Web Phones for Less Than $50" (October 20, 2008) discusses whether the very low-cost INQ cell phones can ... More
| 10/13/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Nokia’s Bid to Rule the Mobile Web
This BusinessWeek article "Nokia's Bid to Rule The Mobile Web" (October 13, 2008) discusses how Nokia, with its series of new Internet phones, aims to ... More
This BusinessWeek article "Nokia's Bid to Rule The Mobile Web" (October 13, 2008) discusses how Nokia, with its series of new Internet phones, aims to ... More
| 10/13/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What Detroit Likes About the Crisis
The BusinessWeek article "What Detroit Likes About the Crises" (October 13, 2008) discusses how the debt crisis is setting off a shakeout in the showr ... More
The BusinessWeek article "What Detroit Likes About the Crises" (October 13, 2008) discusses how the debt crisis is setting off a shakeout in the showr ... More
| 10/6/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Anti-YouTube Is Starting to Click
The BusinessWeek article "The Anti-YouTube Is Starting to Click" (October 6, 2008) discusses how NBC Universal and News Corp.’s new video site Hulu is ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Anti-YouTube Is Starting to Click" (October 6, 2008) discusses how NBC Universal and News Corp.’s new video site Hulu is ... More
| 10/6/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Not Such a Radical Makeover
The BusinessWeek article "Not Such a Radical Makeover" (October 6, 2008) discusses how Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs have built themselves ext ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Not Such a Radical Makeover" (October 6, 2008) discusses how Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs have built themselves ext ... More
| 9/29/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Smaller Airlines Get Battered This Time
Smaller airlines are getting battered this time, as the discount airlines' model implodes amid rising fuel costs and tightening purse s ... More
Smaller airlines are getting battered this time, as the discount airlines' model implodes amid rising fuel costs and tightening purse s ... More
| 9/29/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
More Pain Ahead
In the shakeout after Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, and AIG and as credit stays tight, power shifts to Bank of America, Barclays, hedge fun ... More
In the shakeout after Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, and AIG and as credit stays tight, power shifts to Bank of America, Barclays, hedge fun ... More
| 9/22/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Trouble on the Horizon for Vista
The BusinessWeek article "Trouble on the Horizon for Vista" (September 22, 2008) discusses how Microsoft’s Vista operating system is turning off ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Trouble on the Horizon for Vista" (September 22, 2008) discusses how Microsoft’s Vista operating system is turning off ... More
| 9/22/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Getting Inside the Customer's Mind
The BusinessWeek article "Getting Inside the Customer's Mind" (September 22, 2008) discusses how recession-hit retailers are turning to dunn ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Getting Inside the Customer's Mind" (September 22, 2008) discusses how recession-hit retailers are turning to dunn ... More
| 9/15/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
UPS and FedEx Think Outside the Box
Packaging delivery giants United Parcel Service (UPS) and FedEx are making aggressive moves to reduce rising fuel costs. But UPS is also taking a ... More
Packaging delivery giants United Parcel Service (UPS) and FedEx are making aggressive moves to reduce rising fuel costs. But UPS is also taking a ... More
| 9/15/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Google’s Broadside Against Microsoft
Google's new Chrome browser could change the way we use computers, according to the BusinessWeek article "Google's Broadside Against Micros ... More
Google's new Chrome browser could change the way we use computers, according to the BusinessWeek article "Google's Broadside Against Micros ... More
| 9/1/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Ketchup King Prospers
Heinz is on a hot streak, thanks in part to soy sauce supremacy in Indonesia. With more Americans eating at home and opting for french fries when they ... More
Heinz is on a hot streak, thanks in part to soy sauce supremacy in Indonesia. With more Americans eating at home and opting for french fries when they ... More
| 9/1/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
More Trash Than Cash
Wall Street’s next wave of losses may prompt a wholesale sell-off. Will a lack of buyers force the Feds to step in? For months, Lehman Brothers, the f ... More
Wall Street’s next wave of losses may prompt a wholesale sell-off. Will a lack of buyers force the Feds to step in? For months, Lehman Brothers, the f ... More
| 8/25/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
iPhone: More Fun Than Phone
The BusinessWeek article "iPhone: More Fun Than Phone" (August 25, 2008) discusses how some users of Apple’s iPhone choose to carry a second phone. Th ... More
The BusinessWeek article "iPhone: More Fun Than Phone" (August 25, 2008) discusses how some users of Apple’s iPhone choose to carry a second phone. Th ... More
| 8/25/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Strange Detour for Chrysler
For Chrysler, turning into a marketer and contract manufacturer for other companies’ cars is risky. Chrysler, inventor of the minivan, is starting to ... More
For Chrysler, turning into a marketer and contract manufacturer for other companies’ cars is risky. Chrysler, inventor of the minivan, is starting to ... More
| 8/18/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Security That Won’t Slow Down Your PC
The BusinessWeek article "Security That Won’t Slow Down Your PC" (August 18, 2008) discusses how Symantec is scrambling to get the bloat out of N ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Security That Won’t Slow Down Your PC" (August 18, 2008) discusses how Symantec is scrambling to get the bloat out of N ... More
| 8/18/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Fashion Guy Gets Gap Back to Basics
The BusinessWeek article "A Fashion Guy Gets Gap Back to Basics" (August 18, 2008) discusses how Patrick Robinson is putting a modern spin o ... More
The BusinessWeek article "A Fashion Guy Gets Gap Back to Basics" (August 18, 2008) discusses how Patrick Robinson is putting a modern spin o ... More
| 8/11/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Fight for Ford's Future
The job of Ford's new marketing czar, James Farley, depends on persuading consumers that Ford is about more than SUVs. Can a company that pra ... More
The job of Ford's new marketing czar, James Farley, depends on persuading consumers that Ford is about more than SUVs. Can a company that pra ... More
| 8/11/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Apple's Cash Conundrum
Apple's cash stash may soon be bigger than Microsoft's, and it needs to decide whether all those billions should continue to be dormant. A ... More
Apple's cash stash may soon be bigger than Microsoft's, and it needs to decide whether all those billions should continue to be dormant. A ... More
| 8/4/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Sears: Finally, a Reason to Brag
The BusinessWeek article "Sears: Finally, a Reason to Brag" (August 4, 2008) discusses how the retailer’s Lands’ End unit has proved a bright spo ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Sears: Finally, a Reason to Brag" (August 4, 2008) discusses how the retailer’s Lands’ End unit has proved a bright spo ... More
| 8/4/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Dish Starts Falling to Earth
The BusinessWeek article "Dish Starts Falling to Earth" (August 4, 2008) discusses how the satellite TV network is struggling to keep subscribers from ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Dish Starts Falling to Earth" (August 4, 2008) discusses how the satellite TV network is struggling to keep subscribers from ... More
| 7/14/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Mom-and-Pop Multinationals
Improved software and services allow the smallest businesses to outsource work around the globe. Professionals from around the globe are at t ... More
Improved software and services allow the smallest businesses to outsource work around the globe. Professionals from around the globe are at t ... More
| 7/14/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
At Yahoo, a Threat from Within
When Yahoo! co-founder Jerry Yang took over as CEO a year ago, the appointment drew praise from many employees. Some said, at that time, t ... More
When Yahoo! co-founder Jerry Yang took over as CEO a year ago, the appointment drew praise from many employees. Some said, at that time, t ... More
| 7/7/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Nokia Makes Its Power Play
The Finnish handset maker takes on the giants by buying out supplier Symbian and then giving away its software. Few companies have the heft t ... More
The Finnish handset maker takes on the giants by buying out supplier Symbian and then giving away its software. Few companies have the heft t ... More
| 7/7/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Kerkorian May Fill Ford's Tank
Kirk Kerkorian, the billionaire minority stakeholder, is poised to help the ailing Ford Motor raise billions for a restructuring. In re ... More
Kirk Kerkorian, the billionaire minority stakeholder, is poised to help the ailing Ford Motor raise billions for a restructuring. In re ... More
| 6/30/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Alcatel-Lucent’s Troubled Marriage
The merger of Alcatel and Lucent has yielded bad blood, bad earnings, and a threat to Pat Russo’s future as CEO. Alcatel-Lucent is in big trouble ... More
The merger of Alcatel and Lucent has yielded bad blood, bad earnings, and a threat to Pat Russo’s future as CEO. Alcatel-Lucent is in big trouble ... More
| 6/30/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
eBay Auctions: Going, Going…
The BusinessWeek article "eBay Auctions: Going, Going..." (June 30, 2008) discusses how the thrill of the hunt is fading for buyers and eBay’s longtim ... More
The BusinessWeek article "eBay Auctions: Going, Going..." (June 30, 2008) discusses how the thrill of the hunt is fading for buyers and eBay’s longtim ... More
| 6/23/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Lehman Looks Like a Target
The BusinessWeek article "Lehman Looks Like a Target" (June 23, 2008) discusses how Lehman Brothers, the struggling investment bank, may not be a ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Lehman Looks Like a Target" (June 23, 2008) discusses how Lehman Brothers, the struggling investment bank, may not be a ... More
| 6/23/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The iPhone Eyes BlackBerry’s Turf
The BusinessWeek article "The iPhone Eyes BlackBerry’s Turf" (June 23, 2008) discusses how, when he unveiled the next-generation iPhone on June 9 ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The iPhone Eyes BlackBerry’s Turf" (June 23, 2008) discusses how, when he unveiled the next-generation iPhone on June 9 ... More
| 6/16/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Dimon May Go Shopping
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon dodged subprime, bought Bear Sterns, and still has funds to spare. JPMorgan's market value has now surpassed t ... More
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon dodged subprime, bought Bear Sterns, and still has funds to spare. JPMorgan's market value has now surpassed t ... More
| 6/16/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Golden West Takes Wachovia South
The acquisition of Golden West Financial, the California savings and loan, has claimed a large share of Wachovia's profits and cost its CEO K ... More
The acquisition of Golden West Financial, the California savings and loan, has claimed a large share of Wachovia's profits and cost its CEO K ... More
| 6/9/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Barr Tries to Right Itself After a Stumble
The BusinessWeek article "Barr Tries to Right Itself After a Stumble" (June 9, 2008) discusses how Barr, the aggressive generic drugmaker, plans ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Barr Tries to Right Itself After a Stumble" (June 9, 2008) discusses how Barr, the aggressive generic drugmaker, plans ... More
| 6/9/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Fly the Shrinking Skies
The BusinessWeek article "Fly the Shrinking Skies" (June 9, 2008) discusses how spiking oil prices will eliminate carriers and reduce nonstop fli ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Fly the Shrinking Skies" (June 9, 2008) discusses how spiking oil prices will eliminate carriers and reduce nonstop fli ... More
| 6/2/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Home Improvement an Inch at a Time
The housing bust is hammering Lowe's and archrival Home Depot hard. Riding high on the real estate boom, each doubled its number of stores si ... More
The housing bust is hammering Lowe's and archrival Home Depot hard. Riding high on the real estate boom, each doubled its number of stores si ... More
| 6/2/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Microsoft-Yahoo, Version 2.0
Carl Icahn is leading a charge to replace the board at Yahoo! and push for a deal with Microsoft. Every day it looks more likely that Yahoo c ... More
Carl Icahn is leading a charge to replace the board at Yahoo! and push for a deal with Microsoft. Every day it looks more likely that Yahoo c ... More
| 5/19/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Inside Microsoft’s War Against Google
The BusinessWeek article "Inside Microsoft’s War Against Google" (May 19, 2008) discusses how, with Yahoo off the table, Microsoft plans to ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Inside Microsoft’s War Against Google" (May 19, 2008) discusses how, with Yahoo off the table, Microsoft plans to ... More
| 5/19/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Rewiring Westinghouse
The BusinessWeek article "Rewiring Westinghouse" (May 19, 2008) discusses how Westinghouse, a risk-averse builder of nuclear plants is getti ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Rewiring Westinghouse" (May 19, 2008) discusses how Westinghouse, a risk-averse builder of nuclear plants is getti ... More
| 5/12/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Ghosn Hits the Accelerator
Carlos Ghosn, the CEO of Renault-Nissan, is fighting to keep pace in the United States and chasing Chinese and Indian customers. Ghosn's crit ... More
Carlos Ghosn, the CEO of Renault-Nissan, is fighting to keep pace in the United States and chasing Chinese and Indian customers. Ghosn's crit ... More
| 5/12/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Mac in the Gray Flannel Suit
More office workers infatuated with iPods and iPhones are demanding Macs, raising the question of whether Apple is ready for the corporate ... More
More office workers infatuated with iPods and iPhones are demanding Macs, raising the question of whether Apple is ready for the corporate ... More
| 5/5/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Nokia Starts Listening
Nokia, tired of losing ground in the U.S., is ready to customize phones for carriers. Nokia is the dominant force in the global wireless market. ... More
Nokia, tired of losing ground in the U.S., is ready to customize phones for carriers. Nokia is the dominant force in the global wireless market. ... More
| 5/5/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
IBM vs. Tata: Which is More American?
The BusinessWeek article "IBM Versus Tata: Which is More American?" (May 5, 2008) discusses how India-based Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) makes ... More
The BusinessWeek article "IBM Versus Tata: Which is More American?" (May 5, 2008) discusses how India-based Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) makes ... More
| 4/28/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Where Pandit Is Taking Citi
The BusinessWeek article "Where Pandit Is Taking Citi" (April 28, 2008) discusses how new Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit has made up his mind t ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Where Pandit Is Taking Citi" (April 28, 2008) discusses how new Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit has made up his mind t ... More
| 4/28/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Bon Voyage, Cheap Flights
The BusinessWeek article "Bon Voyage, Cheap Flights" (April 28, 2008) discusses how the Delta-Northwest merger will probably lead to re ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Bon Voyage, Cheap Flights" (April 28, 2008) discusses how the Delta-Northwest merger will probably lead to re ... More
| 4/21/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Amazon Takes on IBM, Oracle, and HP
Amazon.com is offering vast computing power to corporations, and big names are starting to sign up. Jeff Bezos made a fortune building Amazon.co ... More
Amazon.com is offering vast computing power to corporations, and big names are starting to sign up. Jeff Bezos made a fortune building Amazon.co ... More
| 4/21/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
My Kingdom For a Tire
The commodities frenzy has led to a shortage of giant tires, and boom times for a niche business. Normally, retreading giant tires is the slenderest o ... More
The commodities frenzy has led to a shortage of giant tires, and boom times for a niche business. Normally, retreading giant tires is the slenderest o ... More
| 4/14/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
So Maybe Apple was Onto Something
Rivals trying to come with an iPhone slayer will need more than fancy features to outdo the leader, according to "So Maybe Apple was Onto Something" ( ... More
Rivals trying to come with an iPhone slayer will need more than fancy features to outdo the leader, according to "So Maybe Apple was Onto Something" ( ... More
| 4/14/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Google: What Goes up…
The BusinessWeek article "Google: What Goes up..." (April 14, 2008) discusses how Google, with its ad clicks flat and stock price falling, can keep th ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Google: What Goes up..." (April 14, 2008) discusses how Google, with its ad clicks flat and stock price falling, can keep th ... More
| 4/7/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Motorola Sets Its Phone Unit Free
This BusinessWeek article "Motorola Sets Its Phone Unit Free" (April 7, 2008) discusses how Motorola’s spin-off of its mobile-phone business could bre ... More
This BusinessWeek article "Motorola Sets Its Phone Unit Free" (April 7, 2008) discusses how Motorola’s spin-off of its mobile-phone business could bre ... More
| 4/7/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Ravenous for Small Tech
This BusinessWeek article "Ravenous For Small Tech" (April 7, 2008) discusses how cash-rich titans like eBay and Microsoft are finding conditions ripe ... More
This BusinessWeek article "Ravenous For Small Tech" (April 7, 2008) discusses how cash-rich titans like eBay and Microsoft are finding conditions ripe ... More
| 3/31/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Dollar Daze in Europe
The falling U.S. dollar is killing jobs and crimping profits in Europe. So far, Europe's economy has shown remarkable resilience, as the dollar has lo ... More
The falling U.S. dollar is killing jobs and crimping profits in Europe. So far, Europe's economy has shown remarkable resilience, as the dollar has lo ... More
| 3/31/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Morphing Video Games into Movies
Electronic Arts plans to make its games the basis for TV shows, books, Web sites, and the big screen. The old gaming industry formula for suc ... More
Electronic Arts plans to make its games the basis for TV shows, books, Web sites, and the big screen. The old gaming industry formula for suc ... More
| 3/24/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Crucial Test for a Commercial Broker
The BusinessWeek article "A Crucial Test for a Commercial Banker" (March 24, 2008) discusses whether property giant CBRE’s diversification beyond sale ... More
The BusinessWeek article "A Crucial Test for a Commercial Banker" (March 24, 2008) discusses whether property giant CBRE’s diversification beyond sale ... More
| 3/24/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Deal or no Deal
Comcast CEO Brian Roberts is facing a strategic choice of whether to stick with what he knows best: distributing TV, Internet, and phone service over ... More
Comcast CEO Brian Roberts is facing a strategic choice of whether to stick with what he knows best: distributing TV, Internet, and phone service over ... More
| 3/17/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
My Way or the Highway at Hyundai
Hyundai and its Kia subsidiary are trying to move upscale in the United States, but culture clashes, management turmoil, and strategic dis ... More
Hyundai and its Kia subsidiary are trying to move upscale in the United States, but culture clashes, management turmoil, and strategic dis ... More
| 3/17/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Carlos Ghosn's Russian Gambit
Carlos Ghosn, the Renault CEO, is betting that a shabby Soviet-era factory can be the linchpin in a low-cost-car strategy. On Feb. 29, Renaul ... More
Carlos Ghosn, the Renault CEO, is betting that a shabby Soviet-era factory can be the linchpin in a low-cost-car strategy. On Feb. 29, Renaul ... More
| 3/10/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Multinationals: Are They Good for America?
The BusinessWeek article "Multinationals: Are They Good for America?" (March 10, 2008) discusses how multinational corporations, though prod ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Multinationals: Are They Good for America?" (March 10, 2008) discusses how multinational corporations, though prod ... More
| 3/10/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Google: The Hollow Echo of a Click
The BusinessWeek article "Google: The Hollow Echo of a Click" (March 10, 2008) discusses how the soft economy could hit Google and how, beyo ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Google: The Hollow Echo of a Click" (March 10, 2008) discusses how the soft economy could hit Google and how, beyo ... More
| 3/3/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Brazil’s Iron Giant Reaches for the Top
Brazil’s iron giant, Vale, has a shot at becoming the world’s No. 1 mining company if it can outfox rivals, including those in China. The Rio de Janei ... More
Brazil’s iron giant, Vale, has a shot at becoming the world’s No. 1 mining company if it can outfox rivals, including those in China. The Rio de Janei ... More
| 3/3/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Sprint’s Wake-Up Call
Sprint-Nextel’s new CEO, Daniel R. Hesse, recognizes that customer service is going to be one of his biggest challenges. Indeed, reversing a miserable ... More
Sprint-Nextel’s new CEO, Daniel R. Hesse, recognizes that customer service is going to be one of his biggest challenges. Indeed, reversing a miserable ... More
| 2/25/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Perfect: The Quest to Design the Ultimate Portable PC
The BusinessWeek article "Perfect: The Quest to Design the Ultimate Portable PC" (February 25, 2008) discusses how the best engineers and designe ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Perfect: The Quest to Design the Ultimate Portable PC" (February 25, 2008) discusses how the best engineers and designe ... More
| 2/25/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Survival of the Biggest
This BusinessWeek article "Survival of the Biggest" (February 25, 2008) discusses how with the dollar down and oil up, U.S. airlines are tal ... More
This BusinessWeek article "Survival of the Biggest" (February 25, 2008) discusses how with the dollar down and oil up, U.S. airlines are tal ... More
| 2/18/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Mad Dash for the low end
While Nokia leads in cell phones for the masses, rivals are hoping to steal market share, according to the BusinessWeek article "Mad Dash for the low ... More
While Nokia leads in cell phones for the masses, rivals are hoping to steal market share, according to the BusinessWeek article "Mad Dash for the low ... More
| 2/18/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Will Yahoo! Feel the Love?
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer’s $45 billion proposed acquisition of Yahoo is fraught with risk, but may also be necessary so as not to let Google go on ... More
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer’s $45 billion proposed acquisition of Yahoo is fraught with risk, but may also be necessary so as not to let Google go on ... More
| 2/11/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Swords to Plowshares—and Back Again
The CEO of Rockwell Collins has turned a pretty profit by juggling military and civilian work. It's the dream of every defense contract ... More
The CEO of Rockwell Collins has turned a pretty profit by juggling military and civilian work. It's the dream of every defense contract ... More
| 2/11/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Why U.S. Telecom Is Losing Juice
The U.S. telecom industry's growth is sputtering because so many people have cell phones and broadband, and a shakeout may be ahead. After le ... More
The U.S. telecom industry's growth is sputtering because so many people have cell phones and broadband, and a shakeout may be ahead. After le ... More
| 2/4/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Ebay’s New Tough Love CEO
The BusinessWeek article "Ebay’s New Tough Love CEO" (February 4, 2008) discusses the efforts that John Donahoe, the new CEO of eBay, will b ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Ebay’s New Tough Love CEO" (February 4, 2008) discusses the efforts that John Donahoe, the new CEO of eBay, will b ... More
| 2/4/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Case Against Case Studies
The BusinessWeek article "The Case Against Case Studies" (February 4, 2008) discusses how Columbia University’s B-School is teaching MBAs to make ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Case Against Case Studies" (February 4, 2008) discusses how Columbia University’s B-School is teaching MBAs to make ... More
| 1/28/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Facetime Interview with Kenneth Lewis of Bank of America
This week's Facetime (BusinessWeek, January 28, 2008) presents an interview with Ken Lewis, the CEO of Bank of America (BofA), concerning BofA’s recen ... More
This week's Facetime (BusinessWeek, January 28, 2008) presents an interview with Ken Lewis, the CEO of Bank of America (BofA), concerning BofA’s recen ... More
| 1/28/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
International Isn’t Just IBM’s First Name
Managing a widely-scattered, talented, restive, and multicultural workforce has never been harder, according to the BusinessWeek article "Internationa ... More
Managing a widely-scattered, talented, restive, and multicultural workforce has never been harder, according to the BusinessWeek article "Internationa ... More
| 1/21/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Howard Schultz's Grande Challenge
Howard Schultz's return as chief executive of Starbucks has jazzed Starbucks stock, but some question whether he has the right recipe. Som ... More
Howard Schultz's return as chief executive of Starbucks has jazzed Starbucks stock, but some question whether he has the right recipe. Som ... More
| 1/21/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Steve Jobs' Video Dreams
Steve Jobs' magic has not extended to visual entertainment, and Hollywood and the cable companies aim to keep it that way. While Apple's d ... More
Steve Jobs' magic has not extended to visual entertainment, and Hollywood and the cable companies aim to keep it that way. While Apple's d ... More
| 1/14/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Stealth Oil Giant
Schlumberger, long a hired gun in oil-field services, is becoming a major force and scaring Big Oil, according to the BusinessWeek article "The Stealt ... More
Schlumberger, long a hired gun in oil-field services, is becoming a major force and scaring Big Oil, according to the BusinessWeek article "The Stealt ... More
| 1/14/2008 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
My Other Car Is a Tata
The BusinessWeek article "My Other Car Is a Tata" (January 14, 2008) discusses how the soon-to-be-released $2,500 “Peoples Car” from Tata Mo ... More
The BusinessWeek article "My Other Car Is a Tata" (January 14, 2008) discusses how the soon-to-be-released $2,500 “Peoples Car” from Tata Mo ... More
| 12/31/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Can Pfizer Prime the Pipeline?
The BusinessWeek article "Can Pfizer Prime the Pipeline" (December 31, 2007) discusses how Pfizer, facing billions in lost sales, is hoping its new re ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Can Pfizer Prime the Pipeline" (December 31, 2007) discusses how Pfizer, facing billions in lost sales, is hoping its new re ... More
| 12/31/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Costco Starts a Barroom Brawl
Costco wants to bypass distributors of beer and wine, which could hurt profits at brewers and vintners, according to the BusinessWeek article "Costco ... More
Costco wants to bypass distributors of beer and wine, which could hurt profits at brewers and vintners, according to the BusinessWeek article "Costco ... More
| 12/24/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Google and the Wisdom of Clouds
Google's lofty new strategy aims to put incredible computing power in the hands of many. It allows the question to be asked: "What would y ... More
Google's lofty new strategy aims to put incredible computing power in the hands of many. It allows the question to be asked: "What would y ... More
| 12/24/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Not on Our Network, You Don't
The big wireless network providers talk about opening up—while rejecting some competing mobile text services. Even as the wireless industr ... More
The big wireless network providers talk about opening up—while rejecting some competing mobile text services. Even as the wireless industr ... More
| 12/17/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Now It’s Really International Paper
The BusinessWeek article "Now It's Really International Paper" (December 17, 2007) discusses how International Paper’s (IP) new push overseas off ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Now It's Really International Paper" (December 17, 2007) discusses how International Paper’s (IP) new push overseas off ... More
| 12/17/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
More Clicks at the Bricks
Retail stores are scrambling to catch up with shoppers empowered by the Web. The Internet hasn’t destroyed brick-and-mortar retailing, as many once fe ... More
Retail stores are scrambling to catch up with shoppers empowered by the Web. The Internet hasn’t destroyed brick-and-mortar retailing, as many once fe ... More
| 12/10/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Verizon Wireless' Grand Opening
The decision by Verizon Wireless to open its network, while surprising, may have been inevitable. Verizon, on Nov. 27, said it would let cons ... More
The decision by Verizon Wireless to open its network, while surprising, may have been inevitable. Verizon, on Nov. 27, said it would let cons ... More
| 12/10/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Bic Wants to Flick Your Cell Phone
Bic sees a big opportunity in making cartridges that will help replace batteries in portable devices. Bic, which had sales of about $2 ... More
Bic sees a big opportunity in making cartridges that will help replace batteries in portable devices. Bic, which had sales of about $2 ... More
| 12/3/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Struggles of a Mad Man
Saatchi & Saatchi CEO Kevin Roberts toiled to make his firm a force among creative agencies. Now, in today's splintered advertising un ... More
Saatchi & Saatchi CEO Kevin Roberts toiled to make his firm a force among creative agencies. Now, in today's splintered advertising un ... More
| 12/3/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Google and Other People's Content
Even though Google sticks ads all over, it may need to own the places it puts them to maintain growth. Google's current business model ... More
Even though Google sticks ads all over, it may need to own the places it puts them to maintain growth. Google's current business model ... More
| 11/26/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Consumer Crunch
The BusinessWeek article "The Consumer Crunch" (November 26, 2007) discusses how the long-awaited, long-feared consumer crunch may finally be ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Consumer Crunch" (November 26, 2007) discusses how the long-awaited, long-feared consumer crunch may finally be ... More
| 11/26/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Putting the i Into HP
The BusinessWeek article "Putting the i Into HP" (November 26, 2007) discusses how Hewlett-Packard (HP) launched its Innovation Program Office ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Putting the i Into HP" (November 26, 2007) discusses how Hewlett-Packard (HP) launched its Innovation Program Office ... More
| 11/19/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
China's E-Tail Awakening
In China, new online-payment systems are drawing wary customers into the world of Web commerce. Online shopping has long ... More
In China, new online-payment systems are drawing wary customers into the world of Web commerce. Online shopping has long ... More
| 11/19/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Can Citi Regroup?
While many investors want a breakup of Citigroup, there are powerful arguments against one. Selling off assets wou ... More
While many investors want a breakup of Citigroup, there are powerful arguments against one. Selling off assets wou ... More
| 11/12/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Sotheby’s Surprising Sizzle
Despite the fact hedge fund collectors have taken a hit, international buyers are pouring into the art market, according to the BusinessWeek articl ... More
Despite the fact hedge fund collectors have taken a hit, international buyers are pouring into the art market, according to the BusinessWeek articl ... More
| 11/12/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The New Financial Heavyweights
Sovereign funds totaling $2.8 trillion from China, the Mideast, and elsewhere are redrawing the global investment map. According to "The New Financ ... More
Sovereign funds totaling $2.8 trillion from China, the Mideast, and elsewhere are redrawing the global investment map. According to "The New Financ ... More
| 11/5/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
In Search of MyProfits
The article "In Search of MyProfits" (BusinessWeek, November 5, 2007) discusses how the pressure is now on Rupert Murdoch and News Corp. to turn ... More
The article "In Search of MyProfits" (BusinessWeek, November 5, 2007) discusses how the pressure is now on Rupert Murdoch and News Corp. to turn ... More
| 11/5/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Chinese Banks Head for the U.S.
American banks are a bargain these days and Chinese financial firms with big plans are buying, according to the BusinessWeek article "Chinese Ba ... More
American banks are a bargain these days and Chinese financial firms with big plans are buying, according to the BusinessWeek article "Chinese Ba ... More
| 10/29/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Skype Takes Its Show on the Road
Skype, with its popular and supercheap global Net phone service, is about to go mobile with the help of a branded handset. Big names from the compu ... More
Skype, with its popular and supercheap global Net phone service, is about to go mobile with the help of a branded handset. Big names from the compu ... More
| 10/29/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Palm’s Fading Lifeline
Palm’s new Centro smartphone seems like a last ditch effort by Palm to survive in the today's super competitive smartphone market. It may, however, ... More
Palm’s new Centro smartphone seems like a last ditch effort by Palm to survive in the today's super competitive smartphone market. It may, however, ... More
| 10/22/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Universal Music Takes on iTunes
Universal CEO Doug Morris is enlisting other big music players for a service to challenge Steve Job’s Apple iTunes dominance. He aims to launch an ... More
Universal CEO Doug Morris is enlisting other big music players for a service to challenge Steve Job’s Apple iTunes dominance. He aims to launch an ... More
| 10/22/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What in the Web are they Thinking?
The BusinessWeek article "What in the Web are they Thinking" (October 22, 2007) discusses whether the crazy sums that tech and media giants are paying ... More
The BusinessWeek article "What in the Web are they Thinking" (October 22, 2007) discusses whether the crazy sums that tech and media giants are paying ... More
| 10/15/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Join the FON Club, Be a Hotspot
The BusinessWeek article "Join the FON Club, Be a Hotspot" (October 15, 2007) explains how FON is building a global network of Wi-Fi hotspots in the h ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Join the FON Club, Be a Hotspot" (October 15, 2007) explains how FON is building a global network of Wi-Fi hotspots in the h ... More
| 10/15/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Firing Up India’s Factories
The BusinessWeek article "Firing Up India's Factories" (October 15, 2007) discusses how big multinational manufacturers are beginning to consider Indi ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Firing Up India's Factories" (October 15, 2007) discusses how big multinational manufacturers are beginning to consider Indi ... More
| 10/8/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Fox vs. CNBC: Countdown to War
Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp. is about to launch Fox Business Network (FBN), resulting in a competitive battle with CNBC, the highly-lucrative business ... More
Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp. is about to launch Fox Business Network (FBN), resulting in a competitive battle with CNBC, the highly-lucrative business ... More
| 10/8/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Will a Google Phone Change the Game?
Major cellular communications companies are quaking at the idea of competition from a free, ad-based service that will allow phone users to determine ... More
Major cellular communications companies are quaking at the idea of competition from a free, ad-based service that will allow phone users to determine ... More
| 10/1/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Russia’s Steel Wheels Roll Into America
The BusinessWeek article "Russia's Steel Wheels Roll Into America" (October 1, 2007) discusses how big Russian steel producers are investing billions ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Russia's Steel Wheels Roll Into America" (October 1, 2007) discusses how big Russian steel producers are investing billions ... More
| 10/1/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
PC Makers are Racing to India
The BusinessWeek article "PC Makers are Racing to India" (October 1, 2007) discusses how PC makers are courting the Indian market as their sales in Ch ... More
The BusinessWeek article "PC Makers are Racing to India" (October 1, 2007) discusses how PC makers are courting the Indian market as their sales in Ch ... More
| 9/17/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Upwardly Mobile in Africa
This article discusses how basic cell phones are sparking economic hope and growth in emerging and even non-emerging nations. Today th ... More
This article discusses how basic cell phones are sparking economic hope and growth in emerging and even non-emerging nations. Today th ... More
| 9/17/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Generating Power for Cummins
The BusinessWeek article “Generating Power for Cummins” (September 24, 2007) discusses how Cummins Inc. is getting a boost from generators as its main ... More
The BusinessWeek article “Generating Power for Cummins” (September 24, 2007) discusses how Cummins Inc. is getting a boost from generators as its main ... More
| 9/17/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Upwardly Mobile in Africa
“Upwardly Mobile in Africa” (September 24, 2007) discusses how cell phones are sparking economic hope and growth in emerging and even non-emergin ... More
“Upwardly Mobile in Africa” (September 24, 2007) discusses how cell phones are sparking economic hope and growth in emerging and even non-emergin ... More
| 9/10/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Amazon Does Downloads, Sort of
Amazon.com hasn’t done much to sell books, movies, or music in digital form, even after acquiring Paris-based Mobipocket.com in 2005 and unveiling its ... More
Amazon.com hasn’t done much to sell books, movies, or music in digital form, even after acquiring Paris-based Mobipocket.com in 2005 and unveiling its ... More
| 9/10/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Indian Companies Hit Their Stride
Newly confident Indian companies are climbing in the Asia BusinessWeek 50 rankings and showing truly global ambitions. There are a dozen in all, rangi ... More
Newly confident Indian companies are climbing in the Asia BusinessWeek 50 rankings and showing truly global ambitions. There are a dozen in all, rangi ... More
| 8/20/2007 | Reviewer: Duane Helleloid, PhD |
'Fresh Eyes' — And a Sharp Ax
Cerberus Capital Management, which recently purchased Chrysler Corporation, has named Robert L. Nardelli as Chief Executive Officer of Chrysler. Narde ... More
Cerberus Capital Management, which recently purchased Chrysler Corporation, has named Robert L. Nardelli as Chief Executive Officer of Chrysler. Narde ... More
| 8/13/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Last Rajah
This article discusses how Ratan Tata aims to transform his once stodgy Indian conglomerate into a global powerhouse and whether it can thrive after h ... More
This article discusses how Ratan Tata aims to transform his once stodgy Indian conglomerate into a global powerhouse and whether it can thrive after h ... More
| 8/13/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Where Rupert Could Fall Short
This article discusses whether Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. is the best candidate to rework what it means to be The Wall Street Journal today, after Ne ... More
This article discusses whether Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. is the best candidate to rework what it means to be The Wall Street Journal today, after Ne ... More
| 8/6/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Best Global Brands
As listed in the BusinessWeek article "Best Global Brands" (August 6, 2007), five major companies have staged significant turnarounds in their brand i ... More
As listed in the BusinessWeek article "Best Global Brands" (August 6, 2007), five major companies have staged significant turnarounds in their brand i ... More
| 8/6/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Back Roads to IT Growth
Sales in emerging-market countries are boosting the fortunes of the information technology (IT) giants. In fact, as tech markets mature in the United ... More
Sales in emerging-market countries are boosting the fortunes of the information technology (IT) giants. In fact, as tech markets mature in the United ... More
| 7/23/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Knock Knock, it's Your Big Mac
While Americans typically pull up to the drive-through window of a McDonald's Corp. restaurant, in the developing world the fast-food chain increasing ... More
While Americans typically pull up to the drive-through window of a McDonald's Corp. restaurant, in the developing world the fast-food chain increasing ... More
| 7/23/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Refilling BP's Tank
With the sudden resignation of British Petroleum's (BP) CEO, Sir John Browne, the giant energy producer will struggle with a legacy of accidents and s ... More
With the sudden resignation of British Petroleum's (BP) CEO, Sir John Browne, the giant energy producer will struggle with a legacy of accidents and s ... More
| 7/9/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Welcome to Planet Apple
This article discusses how Apple, Inc, went from facing a shrinking market for its Mac computer as well as bloated costs and a severe shortage of cash ... More
This article discusses how Apple, Inc, went from facing a shrinking market for its Mac computer as well as bloated costs and a severe shortage of cash ... More
| 7/9/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What Price Reputation?
Many savvy companies are starting to realize that a good name can be their most important asset and actually boost the stock price. A tiny consulting ... More
Many savvy companies are starting to realize that a good name can be their most important asset and actually boost the stock price. A tiny consulting ... More
| 7/2/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Back to the Future at Yahoo
The BusinessWeek article "Back to the Future at Yahoo" (July 2, 2007) discusses the ousting of Yahoo CEO Terry Semel and his replacement by Jerry Yang ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Back to the Future at Yahoo" (July 2, 2007) discusses the ousting of Yahoo CEO Terry Semel and his replacement by Jerry Yang ... More
| 7/2/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Children of The Web
Today's most important demographic group consists of the tens of millions of digital elite who are in the vanguard of a fast-emerging global youth cul ... More
Today's most important demographic group consists of the tens of millions of digital elite who are in the vanguard of a fast-emerging global youth cul ... More
| 6/25/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Murdoch Who Could Be King
James Murdoch, the youngest son of Rupert Murdoch, Chairman of News Corp. and one of the most powerful media barons in the world, has become increasin ... More
James Murdoch, the youngest son of Rupert Murdoch, Chairman of News Corp. and one of the most powerful media barons in the world, has become increasin ... More
| 6/25/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Back from the Dead
All those YouTube videos and MySpace pages zipping back and forth on the Internet have revived the telecom industry and charged up the economy. In tho ... More
All those YouTube videos and MySpace pages zipping back and forth on the Internet have revived the telecom industry and charged up the economy. In tho ... More
| 6/18/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
J ' J's New Baby
This article discusses the growing emphasis of Johnson ' Johnson on its consumer health unit as a vehicle for growth and innovation. While J'J's tradi ... More
This article discusses the growing emphasis of Johnson ' Johnson on its consumer health unit as a vehicle for growth and innovation. While J'J's tradi ... More
| 6/18/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Juggernaut in Electronics
While the electronics manufacturing industry has stumbled in recent years, one company, Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., has blown past the co ... More
While the electronics manufacturing industry has stumbled in recent years, one company, Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., has blown past the co ... More
| 6/11/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
At 3M, A Struggle Between Efficiency and Creativity
This article discusses how 3M, once ranked as the number one company for innovation, has found in recent years that its implementation of Six Sigma pr ... More
This article discusses how 3M, once ranked as the number one company for innovation, has found in recent years that its implementation of Six Sigma pr ... More
| 6/11/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Pepsi: Repairing a Poisoned Reputation in India
This article discusses how Pepsi found itself accused of allowing a poisonous amount of pesticides to be in its cola drinks in India, while there are ... More
This article discusses how Pepsi found itself accused of allowing a poisonous amount of pesticides to be in its cola drinks in India, while there are ... More
| 6/4/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The New Heat on Ford
Ford Motor Co., under CEO Alan R. Mulally is desperately trying to recover from a long downward trend that last year brought a $12.7 billion loss. For ... More
Ford Motor Co., under CEO Alan R. Mulally is desperately trying to recover from a long downward trend that last year brought a $12.7 billion loss. For ... More
| 6/4/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Crunch Time at a Web Startup
A Web-services startup company, Meebo, is trying to establish a critical mass of users and revenue either to attract a major buyer or be able to launc ... More
A Web-services startup company, Meebo, is trying to establish a critical mass of users and revenue either to attract a major buyer or be able to launc ... More
| 5/28/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Deal That Could Save Detroit
This article discusses how Daimler-Benz's sale of Chrysler to the Cerberus Capital Management private equity firm may signals an opportunity for total ... More
This article discusses how Daimler-Benz's sale of Chrysler to the Cerberus Capital Management private equity firm may signals an opportunity for total ... More
| 5/28/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Cable Company People Don't Hate
Cable companies are strategically positioning themselves to go after a larger share of the $60 billion of yearly revenue on telephone voice plans for ... More
Cable companies are strategically positioning themselves to go after a larger share of the $60 billion of yearly revenue on telephone voice plans for ... More
| 5/21/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Behind Those Web Mergers?
There is a growing trend of major Web companies acquiring firms with extensive consumer profile information based on monitoring of consumers' Web surf ... More
There is a growing trend of major Web companies acquiring firms with extensive consumer profile information based on monitoring of consumers' Web surf ... More
| 5/21/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Microsoft and Cisco: Can They Still Be Pals?
Microsoft and Cisco are engaging in a combination of cooperation and competition, known as co-opetition. The two firms need each other, but in the rec ... More
Microsoft and Cisco are engaging in a combination of cooperation and competition, known as co-opetition. The two firms need each other, but in the rec ... More
| 5/14/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Crazy Like a Fox
Rupert Murdoch's bid to get his hands on The Wall Street Journal may seem foolishly pricey, but he has his reasons. Murdock's News Corp. has offered $ ... More
Rupert Murdoch's bid to get his hands on The Wall Street Journal may seem foolishly pricey, but he has his reasons. Murdock's News Corp. has offered $ ... More
| 5/14/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Tech Dragon Stumbles
Many of China's relatively new high-tech companies are trying to adjust to life in the major leagues. In recent years, the Chinese technology companie ... More
Many of China's relatively new high-tech companies are trying to adjust to life in the major leagues. In recent years, the Chinese technology companie ... More
| 5/7/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
J.C. Penney Gets the Net
J.C. Penney has achieved the distinction of attracting more shoppers to its Internet store than any other brick-and-mortar retailer. During the first ... More
J.C. Penney has achieved the distinction of attracting more shoppers to its Internet store than any other brick-and-mortar retailer. During the first ... More
| 5/7/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Can She Fix Fidelity's Lagging Sales?
Fidelity Investments faces challenges in attempting to reverse the poor sales performance of its investment funds in recent years. Fidelity's biggest ... More
Fidelity Investments faces challenges in attempting to reverse the poor sales performance of its investment funds in recent years. Fidelity's biggest ... More
| 4/30/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Who's Afraid of a Housing Slump?
Paint maker Sherwin-Williams has continued to prosper despite the slump in the housing market. Housing starts are expected to plunge 20% in 2007 after ... More
Paint maker Sherwin-Williams has continued to prosper despite the slump in the housing market. Housing starts are expected to plunge 20% in 2007 after ... More
| 4/30/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Wal-Mart's Midlife Crisis
This article discusses how Wal-Mart's growth formula seems to have stopped working. The retailer's U.S. division eked out a 1.9% gain in same-store sa ... More
This article discusses how Wal-Mart's growth formula seems to have stopped working. The retailer's U.S. division eked out a 1.9% gain in same-store sa ... More
| 4/23/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Buyer Beware at Chrysler
Whoever ends up purchasing the Chrysler, the U.S. company, from German parent DaimlerChrysler might find themselves a few parts shy of a complete car ... More
Whoever ends up purchasing the Chrysler, the U.S. company, from German parent DaimlerChrysler might find themselves a few parts shy of a complete car ... More
| 4/23/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Race to Build Really Cheap Cars
After years of making their mass market cars more expensive and luxurious, the world's automakers have abruptly shifted to reverse. With stagnant grow ... More
After years of making their mass market cars more expensive and luxurious, the world's automakers have abruptly shifted to reverse. With stagnant grow ... More
| 4/16/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Yank on the Firing Line
An American, Sol Trujillo, has taken over as CEO of the Australian telecom company Telstra, and is attempting to transform it from a state-run monopol ... More
An American, Sol Trujillo, has taken over as CEO of the Australian telecom company Telstra, and is attempting to transform it from a state-run monopol ... More
| 4/16/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The iPhone's German Accent
Last year, the German company Balda had financial losses equal to 13% of sales, had to trim 70% of its 2,400-member German workforce, and had to issue ... More
Last year, the German company Balda had financial losses equal to 13% of sales, had to trim 70% of its 2,400-member German workforce, and had to issue ... More
| 4/9/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Saving Starbuck's Soul
Starbuck's Chairman Howard Schultz is on a mission to take his company back to its roots, and in the process, triple sales to $23.3 billion in the nex ... More
Starbuck's Chairman Howard Schultz is on a mission to take his company back to its roots, and in the process, triple sales to $23.3 billion in the nex ... More
| 4/9/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Is Google Too Powerful?
This article discusses how Google has evolved from a search engine into a company whose mission is "to organize the world's information and make it un ... More
This article discusses how Google has evolved from a search engine into a company whose mission is "to organize the world's information and make it un ... More
| 4/2/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Grudge Match in China
Hewlett-Packard and Dell are in a head-to-head battle with each other and with the Chinese company Lenovo for the China PC market. Lenovo is still num ... More
Hewlett-Packard and Dell are in a head-to-head battle with each other and with the Chinese company Lenovo for the China PC market. Lenovo is still num ... More
| 4/2/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Mind-Bending New World of Work
Motion capture, a technology that was developed initially in Hollywood, has begun to transform many other industries. Motion-tracking systems use a co ... More
Motion capture, a technology that was developed initially in Hollywood, has begun to transform many other industries. Motion-tracking systems use a co ... More
| 3/26/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Lehman
Lehman Brothers Holdings, which was spun off of American Express in 1994, has gone from being a financial company narrowly focused on bond trading to ... More
Lehman Brothers Holdings, which was spun off of American Express in 1994, has gone from being a financial company narrowly focused on bond trading to ... More
| 3/26/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Oracle
Oracle CEO Lawrence Ellison has switched from a 30-year strategy of expansion through internal effort to a strategy of expansion through acquisitions. ... More
Oracle CEO Lawrence Ellison has switched from a 30-year strategy of expansion through internal effort to a strategy of expansion through acquisitions. ... More
| 3/19/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
What to Do with Apple's Cash
Apple Inc. has over $12 billion in cash on its balance sheet, and that amount is growing by over $1 billion each quarter. Any other company with such ... More
Apple Inc. has over $12 billion in cash on its balance sheet, and that amount is growing by over $1 billion each quarter. Any other company with such ... More
| 3/19/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Trouble with India
India has major infrastructure problems, including crumbling roads, jammed airports, and power blackouts, that could hobble its economic growth. The c ... More
India has major infrastructure problems, including crumbling roads, jammed airports, and power blackouts, that could hobble its economic growth. The c ... More
| 3/12/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Avon: More Than Cosmetic Changes
Avon Products Inc. has recently begun a turnaround. CEO Andrea Jung has been changing the corporate culture from intuitive to data-driven decision mak ... More
Avon Products Inc. has recently begun a turnaround. CEO Andrea Jung has been changing the corporate culture from intuitive to data-driven decision mak ... More
| 3/12/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Opening of Libya
This article discusses the partnership between the country of Libya and Harvard Business Professor Michael Porter and the Monitor Group consulting fir ... More
This article discusses the partnership between the country of Libya and Harvard Business Professor Michael Porter and the Monitor Group consulting fir ... More
| 3/5/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Chrysler at a Crossroads
This article discusses the reasons and the possible ways that Daimler-Chrysler could sell off its Chrysler division. Since the formation of Daimler-Ch ... More
This article discusses the reasons and the possible ways that Daimler-Chrysler could sell off its Chrysler division. Since the formation of Daimler-Ch ... More
| 3/5/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Customer Service Champs
This article discusses the BusinessWeek rankings of the top 25 companies from the point of view of customer service. They are examined for the viewpoi ... More
This article discusses the BusinessWeek rankings of the top 25 companies from the point of view of customer service. They are examined for the viewpoi ... More
| 2/26/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Real Scandal at Citi
This article discusses the recent high-level management changes at Citigroup initiated by CEO Charles O. (Chuck) Prince. While much attention has been ... More
This article discusses the recent high-level management changes at Citigroup initiated by CEO Charles O. (Chuck) Prince. While much attention has been ... More
| 2/26/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Yahoo's Bid to Think Small
Yahoo! Inc. has recently created a new division called Brickhouse. The division is intended to make a dramatic break from Yahoo's usual way of doing t ... More
Yahoo! Inc. has recently created a new division called Brickhouse. The division is intended to make a dramatic break from Yahoo's usual way of doing t ... More
| 2/12/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Google Steps into Microsoft's Office
Google Apps for Your Domain provides alternatives to Microsoft's Office software suite by letting companies offload e-mail systems to Google while kee ... More
Google Apps for Your Domain provides alternatives to Microsoft's Office software suite by letting companies offload e-mail systems to Google while kee ... More
| 2/12/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Lightspeed's Slow Start
AT'T faces challenges in taking advantage of its remaking of the old Ma Bell by acquiring 13 companies over the past decade with a combined price tag ... More
AT'T faces challenges in taking advantage of its remaking of the old Ma Bell by acquiring 13 companies over the past decade with a combined price tag ... More
| 2/5/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Business Class at Bargain Prices
Over the last year, a number of startup airlines have emerged that are offering exclusively business-class service at highly competitive prices. Such ... More
Over the last year, a number of startup airlines have emerged that are offering exclusively business-class service at highly competitive prices. Such ... More
| 2/5/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
McDonald's 24/7
McDonald's has changed its business strategy from competing through aggressive expansion of locations to competing through an expansion of operating h ... More
McDonald's has changed its business strategy from competing through aggressive expansion of locations to competing through an expansion of operating h ... More
| 1/29/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Racer Called Acer
A recent surge has occurred in Acer's attempt to become one of the top three PC makers in the world. The firm is currently in fourth place globally be ... More
A recent surge has occurred in Acer's attempt to become one of the top three PC makers in the world. The firm is currently in fourth place globally be ... More
| 1/29/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Not Everyone Hates SarbOx
Mixed feelings are elicited by the effects of the 2002 Sarbanes-Oxley Act, or SarbOx (also known as SOX). The accounting reform legislation requires t ... More
Mixed feelings are elicited by the effects of the 2002 Sarbanes-Oxley Act, or SarbOx (also known as SOX). The accounting reform legislation requires t ... More
| 1/22/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Outsourcing Heads to the Outskirts
This article discusses the efforts of GramIT in placing of technology into rural villages in India, to allow for new job opportunities for previously ... More
This article discusses the efforts of GramIT in placing of technology into rural villages in India, to allow for new job opportunities for previously ... More
| 1/22/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Turning Cell Phones on Their Ear
This article discusses the announcement by Apple, Inc. of its new iPhone product. This device, which will be available in June, combines the capabilit ... More
This article discusses the announcement by Apple, Inc. of its new iPhone product. This device, which will be available in June, combines the capabilit ... More
| 1/15/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Can Seagate Make Disk Drives Sexy?
Seagate Technology has attempted to differentiate its computer storage products from the mass commodity image that the storage industry suffers from. ... More
Seagate Technology has attempted to differentiate its computer storage products from the mass commodity image that the storage industry suffers from. ... More
| 1/15/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Inside a White-Hot Idea Factory
Fahrenheit 212, a tiny New York outfit, helps clients dream up hit products and services. It usually does this by serving up new products created from ... More
Fahrenheit 212, a tiny New York outfit, helps clients dream up hit products and services. It usually does this by serving up new products created from ... More
| 1/8/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Secret Weapon at Boeing
This article discusses how Boeing, through deliberate and effective planning starting six years ago, has strengthened its competitive dominance of the ... More
This article discusses how Boeing, through deliberate and effective planning starting six years ago, has strengthened its competitive dominance of the ... More
| 1/8/2007 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Why the Market Isn't Listening to the Fed
This article discusses the prospects for the economic environment for business in 2007. While the Federal Reserve Bank continues to send out warnings ... More
This article discusses the prospects for the economic environment for business in 2007. While the Federal Reserve Bank continues to send out warnings ... More
| 12/25/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Dipping a Toe in the Risk Pool
Previously exotic stock markets, such as Russia, Dubai, Vietnam, India, and China, have been outperforming more traditional markets, albeit with much ... More
Previously exotic stock markets, such as Russia, Dubai, Vietnam, India, and China, have been outperforming more traditional markets, albeit with much ... More
| 12/25/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
An Irresistible Urge to Merge
Global merger and acquisition deals for 2006 have totaled over $3.44 trillion, an all-time record, surpassing the previous record year of 2000. Most a ... More
Global merger and acquisition deals for 2006 have totaled over $3.44 trillion, an all-time record, surpassing the previous record year of 2000. Most a ... More
| 12/18/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
How Guess Got Its Groove Back
Guess has successfully changed its market positioning strategy to recover from sales falling 14% and a net loss of $11 million in 2002, to a doubling ... More
Guess has successfully changed its market positioning strategy to recover from sales falling 14% and a net loss of $11 million in 2002, to a doubling ... More
| 12/18/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Russia: How Long Can the Fun Last?
The rapidly emerging middle class in Russia, which grew from 8 million in 2000 to 55 million in 2006, now accounts for 37% of the population. The resu ... More
The rapidly emerging middle class in Russia, which grew from 8 million in 2000 to 55 million in 2006, now accounts for 37% of the population. The resu ... More
| 12/18/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
I Can't Believe They Took the Whole Team!
A recent trend in "head-hunting" seems to be more "herd-hunting." Firms are luring teams rather than individuals away from successful competitors. Thi ... More
A recent trend in "head-hunting" seems to be more "herd-hunting." Firms are luring teams rather than individuals away from successful competitors. Thi ... More
| 12/11/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Thinking Simple at Philips
Philips has taken an innovative approach to change following a major restructuring that shifts the corporation's concentration to health, lifestyle, a ... More
Philips has taken an innovative approach to change following a major restructuring that shifts the corporation's concentration to health, lifestyle, a ... More
| 12/11/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
When a Winner Start to Wane
Endo Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. faces a problem because of its over-reliance on a single product for revenues and profits. The highly successful pa ... More
Endo Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. faces a problem because of its over-reliance on a single product for revenues and profits. The highly successful pa ... More
| 12/4/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
The Soul of a New Microsoft
Microsoft is currently striving to become more innovative in its corporate culture in order to compete with Google on the Web and Apple in Music. It t ... More
Microsoft is currently striving to become more innovative in its corporate culture in order to compete with Google on the Web and Apple in Music. It t ... More
| 12/4/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
If Google Shopped Until It Dropped
This article discusses a hypothetical list of acquisitions that Google might make, utilizing its extremely high market valuation. With its share price ... More
This article discusses a hypothetical list of acquisitions that Google might make, utilizing its extremely high market valuation. With its share price ... More
| 11/27/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Mistakes Made on the Road to Innovation
Kodak has made various strategic responses to the world of digital technology. Initially, it responded by switching from film-based imaging to digital ... More
Kodak has made various strategic responses to the world of digital technology. Initially, it responded by switching from film-based imaging to digital ... More
| 11/27/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
Now Boarding: Merger Mania
This article discusses of the U.S. airline industry in light of the hostile takeover bid for Delta Airlines by the much smaller U.S. Airways Group. Th ... More
This article discusses of the U.S. airline industry in light of the hostile takeover bid for Delta Airlines by the much smaller U.S. Airways Group. Th ... More
| 11/20/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
From Soviet Clunker to Speed Demon
This article discusses the dramatic turnaround of the old Gorky Automotive Plant (GAZ) in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia from a formerly state-owned company ... More
This article discusses the dramatic turnaround of the old Gorky Automotive Plant (GAZ) in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia from a formerly state-owned company ... More
| 11/20/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
India: Rolling in Rupees
This article discusses the very recent growth of a new wealthy class in India since economic liberalization. It is estimated that there are now 83,000 ... More
This article discusses the very recent growth of a new wealthy class in India since economic liberalization. It is estimated that there are now 83,000 ... More
| 11/6/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
A Dragon in R'D
China is rapidly becoming a major center of innovative research and development in such fields as computers, biotechnology, automobiles, and telecommu ... More
China is rapidly becoming a major center of innovative research and development in such fields as computers, biotechnology, automobiles, and telecommu ... More
| 11/6/2006 | Reviewer: Charles Newman, PhD |
To See Where Tech Is Headed, Watch TI
Although Texas Instruments stopped making PCs long ago, its chips are fast becoming the workhorse for key industries in the Digital Age, such as consu ... More
Although Texas Instruments stopped making PCs long ago, its chips are fast becoming the workhorse for key industries in the Digital Age, such as consu ... More
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