May 06
PODCAST: How mobile app failures disrupt in-store shopping journeys
Ever had an app crash just as you were about to make a purchase? You're not alone, and it could cost businesses millions! In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep with Gies Professor Unnati Narang into the surprising impact of mobile app failures on retail.
Apr 28
New study shows gig economy as viable pathway to entrepreneurship
The gig economy is gaining in popularity, from ride-sharing company to short-term rentals and freelancers. Recently, researchers were curious to see whether those involved in the gig economy were using their participation to become entrepreneurs.
Apr 24
Breaking the accent barrier: Why non-native speakers may be better communicators in global teams
“When you’re a native speaker, you don’t really think about the way you communicate because it’s just natural. For non-native speakers...you think very carefully about what you’re going to say," said Mike Szymanski.
Apr 22
PODCAST: Earnings manipulation revealed: What executives are really saying
What if we could hear directly from executives about the prevalence of accounting fraud? For the first time, we’re getting estimates straight from the source, and the results might surprise you.
Apr 18
Desiring to be an agent of change, PhD student Yamoah is making his mark
Yamoah earned a $25,000 Deloitte Foundation Fellowship, which is given to 10 top accounting PhD candidates in the country and is intended to strengthen the pipeline of the accounting faculty.
Apr 15
Gies hosts Supply Chain Management Conference on sustainability, social responsibility
More than 70 academics, industry leaders, and students gathered to explore how companies can minimize environmental impact and strengthen ethical practices across supply chains.
Apr 14
Globally minded marketing textbook offers modern approach to reaching cultures
Gies professors Carlos Torelli and Maria Rodas lay out a roadmap on how 21st century businesses can successfully market to subcultures within the United States, as well as to consumers in foreign markets.
Apr 08
PODCAST: The hidden costs of cheating - Lessons from the Houston Astros scandal
In the second episode of the Research Reverb podcast, Gies Business professors Deepak Somaya and Joe Mahoney unpack three major factors that undermined the Astros’ efforts and draws powerful lessons for businesses.
Mar 31
When it comes to AI, to trust or not to trust, that is the question
Artificial intelligence is rapidly expanding into nearly every field, but skepticism about its recommendations remains. That’s what Gies professor Sarah Lim has found in new research.