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Behind the Book
A video storytelling series illuminating books authored by HKS faculty.
Insight-Driven Problem Solving: Analytics Science to Improve the World
We live in an era of unprecedented complexity—from climate change and global health crises to economic inequality. These “wicked problems” are deeply interconnected and resistant to simple solutions.
Soroush Saghafian introduces a powerful framework for tackling complexity: analytics science.
Behind the Curve: Can Manufacturing Still Provide Inclusive Growth?
For decades, U.S. presidents and policymakers have promised to restore America’s standing as a global manufacturing powerhouse.
But according to Robert Lawrence, industrial policies like tariffs and reshoring are unlikely to benefit the people missing out on economic growth.
Make Work Fair: Data-Driven Design for Real Results
Workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs haven’t always achieved the desired results.
To make work truly fair for all, Bohnet and Chilazi argue that organizations must use rigorously researched strategies to allocate the same time and resources they would to any other facet of business.