Research shows that macroeconomic shocks like recessions and COVID-19 can influence the success of mergers and acquisitions.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton How Economic Shocks Affect Merger Outcomes

Managing is a tough job, sometimes a seemingly thankless one where you can feel squeezed from all sides. But for team leaders who are feeling burnt out or overwhelmed with their job, Daisy Auger-Domínguez has advice on regaining your joy at work. She recommends various techniques to incorporate optimism and well-being into your management Read more about Here’s How Managers Can Rediscover Their Joy at Work[…]

McKinsey senior partner Pankaj Sachdeva discusses how real estate companies can capture opportunities in the data center industry. Source: McKinsey What the real estate industry needs to know about data centers

The US employer health benefits market has the opportunity to attract some 12 million members by offering innovative products that promise at least 10 percent savings and enhanced member experiences. Source: McKinsey Reimagining US employer health benefits with innovative plan designs

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win. Source: McKinsey The Read more about The McKinsey Crossword: Executive Order | No. 202[…]

When it comes to supply chain resilience, have companies taken their eyes off the ball? Source: McKinsey Supply chains: Still vulnerable

Private investment in insurance is rising as deal volumes and value for the global private equity industry contract. For the bet to pay off, we suggest three ways of generating operational value. Source: McKinsey Investing in insurance: The value imperative

It’s easy to fall in love with gen AI—but recent research suggests that realizing its value is harder than the hype. Rewired offers a playbook that can help. Source: McKinsey Rewiring for the era of gen AI

Industry players are standing up “win rooms” to mobilize frontline sales and subsequently modernize their operating models to capture the full benefits of generative AI. Source: McKinsey Accelerating chemical revenues in the era of gen AI

Generative AI represents a sociotechnical revolution with massive implications for every aspect of our lives. Keeping humans in the loop is critical for its responsible development. Source: McKinsey Keeping artificial intelligence real