Cranfield School of Management

Think: Cranfield
April 2013
Think: Cranfield is the online newsletter of Cranfield School of Management. It features the latest in management thinking and research output from Cranfield's world class experts and researchers.

Mid-Staffordshire hospital: making the right changes

Mid-Staffordshire hospital has become a classic case of mismanagement and poor care. Lessons learnt are discussed, not just for the NHS or hospitals, but for organisations too. Culture and other issues are explored, including management style, motivation, targets and regulation. View Article

Learning from world-class manufacturers

Based on 20 years of experience of reviewing manufacturers for the Britain's best factory award, the article draws out learning on what it takes to be a world-class manufacturer. View Article

How to spot a destructive leader

Research across a group of international companies sought to understand more about destructive leaders. Four types of leader behaviour are identified; understanding these types of behaviour can offer insight to lessen the negative effects. View Article

How to Network your Organisation's Learning: Webinars

Webinars and web-based learning are rapidly becoming part and parcel of organisational learning. By differentiating between the different types of webinar, it is possible to draw practical lessons on how to make learning effective in a networked age. View Article

News from Best Practice clubs

A regular spot where topical subjects and guest speakers as featured by our research clubs are brought together in one place to help inform and inspire. View Article

Research insight

Our doctoral research reflects some of the key issues faced in business today and the following glimpses provide insight into upcoming research findings from Cranfield. Get involved. View Article

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