Researchers found significant flaws in Facebook's A/B testing methods, which can lead to misleading conclusions about ad effectiveness. The complex algorithms used by social media platforms can micro-target individuals based on unobservable factors, making it difficult to determine the true impact of ads.
A new study from the UBC Sauder School of Business found that dominant group employees can learn and become allies, leading to growth in organizations. Employers should encourage dialogue through various means to alleviate fears and generate new allies.
During the pandemic, humanitarian organizations showed remarkable flexibility and ingenuity in responding to supply chain disruptions. They sourced supplies from local vendors, secured long-term contracts with reliable suppliers, and leveraged good relationships with governments to continue aid delivery.
A study by the UBC Sauder School of Business found that customer mistreatment significantly links to employee quit rates. When supervisors treat employees with dignity and respect, workers are more likely to stay in their jobs.
A new study from the UBC Sauder School of Business reveals that homes projected to be underwater due to climate change sell for roughly 7% more than comparable homes in areas where people don't believe in climate change. The difference is significant, with implications for real estate investors and homeowners.
Researchers propose a virtual speed bump to reduce the impact of arbitrage traders on stock markets. The tweak can improve liquidity and make prices reflect reality better. Several exchanges have shown interest in the approach.
A new study from UBC Sauder School of Business shows that pay-for-performance incentive programs in emergency departments can increase return visits and readmissions. The research focused on patients discharged within 20 minutes of the deadline for incentives and found a significant discontinuity around the four-hour mark.
Research from the UBC Sauder School of Business reveals that emergency patient acuity levels sometimes come second to wait time targets. Once wait time targets have passed, patient acuity levels are considered more seriously. The study's authors suggest revising policy guidelines to weigh wait times against patient acuity levels.
A recent study from the UBC Sauder School of Business found that sleepier consumers tend to buy more diverse types of products to help them stay awake. The study reveals that even after controlling for other factors, sleep-deprived individuals exhibit a greater desire for variety in their shopping choices.
A new UBC study found that publicizing a firm's security levels can lead to reduced spam and strengthened security over time. The research quantified the security levels of over 1,200 Pan-Asian companies, revealing that firms were more likely to prioritize security improvements when cyberattacks were less likely to directly harm them.
A UBC study found that prioritizing kidney transplant chains over exchanges can increase the total number of transplants and save more lives. This is particularly beneficial for hard-to-match patients with end-stage renal disease. The research could lead to longer kidney transplant chains through improved matching algorithms.
Airlines compete using departure times to offset location disadvantages, saving consumers time and money. Low-cost carriers exploit lower operating costs to offer variety in departure times, improving social welfare and helping smaller carriers compete more effectively.
A new study by the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business finds that Western retailers like Walmart enhance Chinese suppliers' export capabilities through improved productivity, efficiency, and quality. The study reveals a significant boost in exports from Chinese cities when foreign retail outlets increase.
A UBC study shows corporate leaders rush into new innovations without scrutiny, leading to inferior products and tragic consequences like the DC-10 airline disasters. The authors warn that history may repeat itself as Boeing's 787 Dreamliner faces competition from Airbus.