Science & Technology

The Biggest Obstacles to Innovation in Large Companies

What are the most common barriers to innovation in large companies? According to a survey of 270 corporate leaders in strategy, innovation, and research and development roles, they are: politics, turf wars, and a lack of alignment; cultural issues; inability to act on signals crucial to the future of the business; lack of budget; and lack of the right strategy or vision — in that order. By: Scott Kirsner

Challenging Androcentrism and Implicit Bias in the Academy

Higher education is still "a man's world," though it doesn't have to be. But equipping women with tips and tools for getting ahead isn’t enough to level the playing field; deep change requires a shift in organizational culture. This is the first in a series of articles looking at how college and universities can navigate that shift. By: Rosalind Spigel