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Microsoft And The Future Of Ai, Joe Lawless Jan 2018

Microsoft And The Future Of Ai, Joe Lawless

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This case explores Microsoft's social impact initiatives and how Artificial Intelligence can be used to amplify impact in those areas. It challenges students to think broadly about how AI can be used for positive social outcomes.


Better Living At Walmart?, Joe Lawless Jan 2014

Better Living At Walmart?, Joe Lawless

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In November of 2013, Walmart was widely criticized on social media, then through traditional media, for asking employees to contribute food to other employees who couldn’t afford their Thanksgiving meal. This mini-case asks students to explore the issues related to minimum wage laws, corporate social responsibility, HR practices, and the social impact of large global corporations like Walmart. Students are asked to make recommendations to the leadership of Walmart on strategies for moving forward.