Opinions

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

When integrated in corporate strategy, sustainability yields competitive advantage, as many companies are discovering. Meanwhile the UN has weighed in with two important documents in support of sustainable policies for governments and firms alike

Marrying a partner of the same gender has become a civil right in many parts of the world, either by court decisions or through the legislative process. Comparative law provides lessons for Italy as it attempts to deal with an inescapable issue

In order to avoid costly price competition, credit institutions will have to seek the right customers for every product on offer. They will also need to differentiate their supply with respect to the competition in order to reap the advantages of a unique offering