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Even today, the figure of Abbé Pierre embodies the values and missions of Emmaüs and the foundation bearing his name. Daniel Janin/AFP

How the Abbé Pierre Foundation and Emmaüs can overcome their founder’s cumbersome legacy

In the wake of sexual assault allegations, how can the Abbé Pierre Foundation and the Emmaüs organisations move on from the symbolic figure of their founder?
Businesses can freely use the SDG framework, logos and colours in their communications without any external validation, meaning they can misuse them without needing to take them seriously. (Shutterstock)

Businesses are leveraging the UN Sustainable Development Goals to gain political influence

Canada has fallen behind in global SDG progress rankings. To reverse this, Canada needs better mechanisms to hold companies accountable and ensure the SDGs are actually being adhered to.
Managers may need fewer hard skills and more soft skills amid the rise of artificial intelligence. Yuri A/Shutterstock

Are managers at risk in an AI‑driven future?

Artificial intelligence has the potential to overshadow human managers. But it could also shift the nature of management to a more human relationship-centred practice.
The key to maximizing AI’s potential lies in understanding the distinct but complementary roles that both humans and AI play. (Shutterstock)

Generative AI can boost innovation – but only when humans are in control

As businesses continue to experiment with AI, it’s essential to strike a balance between leveraging AI’s efficiency while ensuring human judgment remains central to the innovation process.
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Can NZ’s supply chain build enough resilience and sustainability to survive the next global crisis?

COVID-19 and recent geopolitical crises have shown just how vulnerable New Zealand’s supply chain is. Resilience and sustainability will require businesses to find new ways of working,
Cineplex has been fined by the Competition Tribunal for allegedly engaging in deceptive marketing practices. A Cineplex Odeon theatre in Toronto is shown on Dec. 16, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Vincent Elkaim

Cineplex’s $38.9 million fine is a wake‑up call about corporate sustainability practices

By failing to manage sustainability issues such as those affecting social capital, environmental capital, and leadership and governance, companies may face direct financial impacts.

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