Opinions

The white-collar professionals linked to the mafia launder a flow of money each year in Italy that the Bank of Italy estimates at more than 10% of GDP. The state needs to reassert the rule of law, but individuals must also play by the rules

The Barilla case shows that social actors who have the power to mobilize can deeply affect markets. Companies that understand social media and the movements that communicate through them can sow potential rather than reaping disapproval

Why do certain companies engage liberally in bribery and others less so? Is there a link between the short-term benefits of corruption and the longer-term standing of a company regarding investments in resources and structures?

The structure is not the only important element, it also necessary to encourage the development of a network culture. Human values such as relations, communication and openness can be promoted in the network design

Italian firms have 1.5 million employees abroad and are in need of multicultural HRM skills. The typical methods of resource selection based on technical ability or personal trust may not result in the right choice for a key position in a distant foreign country

Diverging views among EU States about post-2020 energy goals will make it harder to find an agreement that will have a significant impact on all three aspects of energy policy: reduction of emissions, promotion of renewable energy sources and increased efficiency