African Agricultural Development: Transformative Power of Intermediaries
How important is agriculture in today’s digital age? This is a leading question trying to lead you to the wrong answer.
The increasing importance of supporting Canada’s northern communities
Northern communities in developed nations have long been at the back of the national conscience. All eight members of the Arctic council, a group of arctic circle nations designed to promote cooperation, have significant indigenous communities.
The role of business in effecting positive change
“The one and only social responsibility of business,” Milton Friedman wrote, “[is] to use its resources and engage in activities designed to increase its profits.”
The importance of infrastructure for economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa
Infrastructure, the unsung hero of the modern world is only appreciated when it is absent. Transportation, energy, telecommunication and water sanitation may not be as glamorous as big tech or luxury retail, but they are crucial and form the backbone of any economy.
Learning Journey in the Social Impact Cohort
This year, the Student-led Learning team – a group focused on creating experiential learning opportunities through student leadership – brought together a group of students to be part of the first Social Impact Cohort at LBS. This inaugural cohort focused on sustainable supply chains and comprised members from different degree programs, years of study, experience levels, and professional backgrounds.
Sustainable Supply Chains: Organisational Levers
How can sustainable supply chains be driven throughout an organisation? This year, a group of LBS students came together to explore this topic in more detail (read more about us here.
Sustainable Supply Chains: Latest Trends
What are the latest trends related to sustainable supply chains? This year, a group of LBS students came together to explore this topic in more detail.
The pivotal role of technology in emerging markets business development
With COVID-19 continuing to hamper ‘bricks and mortar’ business expansion across most global markets, understanding and leveraging digital tools have become more essential than ever to create sustainable business models across macroeconomic shocks.
Sustainable Supply Chains: Quantifying Impact
Calls to action around sustainability have increased in the past few decades, putting pressure on numerous stakeholders to adopt new ways of business. In particular focusing on sustainability in supply chains can help businesses achieve a significant positive impact, with 80% of global trade passing through supply chains.
Sustainable Supply Chains: An Introduction
How important is sustainability in supply chains? This year, a group of LBS students came together as a part of the inaugural Social Impact Cohort to explore this topic in more detail.