Leadership

US Trade Panel Rejects Motorola Mobility Bid to Block Xbox Imports

Fri, 24 May 2013 02:08:00 +0000

Motorola Mobility had argued that Xbox 360 consoles infringed on patent technology for wirelessly transmitting data.

Big Data, Lean Leaders: Understanding the Difference

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:53:00 +0000

Matthias Bolling of Egon Zehnder

In the C-suite, big data leaders must be able to show how big data generates value; how investments in big data initiatives should be targeted; and how fast the organization should move to implement them.

Hewlett-Packard's Q2 Profit Slumps Amid Global Downturn in PC Sales

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:07:00 +0000

Earnings drop 32% but beat Wall Street expectations

Generic Drug Manufacturer Ranbaxy Spends $300 Million to Improve Safety

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:37:00 +0000

CEO Sawhney says the pharmaceutical firm, which pleaded guilty to making and distributing adulterated drugs, ‘is a different company today’

NEW DELHI - Indian generic giant Ranbaxy said Wednesday it has spent over $300 million to overhaul its operations and ensure no repeat of drug safety violations that led to a multimillion-dollar U.S. fine.

Last week, New Delhi-based Ranbaxy pleaded guilty in the United States to charges of making and distributing adulterated drugs made at its two Indian plants of Paonta Sahib and Dewas, agreeing to a $500 million settlement.

GE Forecasts $2.4 Billion in Acquisitions Through Remainder of Year

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:04:00 +0000

CEO Immelt says pace of purchases to slow in 2014

Factory Owned by US Investor Dart Searched in Argentina

Wed, 22 May 2013 04:05:00 +0000

Dart Sudamericana owner is among litigants seeking hundreds of millions over Argentina’s 2001 default.

Dart Sudamericana owner is among litigants seeking millions over Argentina’s 2001 default.

Carlos Slim to Sell Stake in Philip Morris Mexico

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:42:00 +0000

Transaction ends three-decade partnership between Slim’s Grupo Carso and US tobacco giant.

Book Notes: 'The Innovative Communicator'

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:12:00 +0000

Miti Ampona, in her new book, makes a case for 'innovative communicators' - people who take a step away from the tech-saturated business world and focus on developing meaningful relationships.

Apple, Senate Panel Gear Up for an Offshore Tax Showdown

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:10:00 +0000

Tuesday's hearing comes amid increased scrutiny of offshore holdings of big US companies, which are reluctant to repatriate funds due to corporate tax rate

Too Much of a Good Thing? Avoid the Commodity Trap

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:02:00 +0000

Too much of a good thing can translate into a future that involves undifferentiated offerings and purchases driven primarily by price.