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A History of Big Ideas

Christoph Niemann

A History of Big Ideas

By Jena McGregor

Some of the most powerful and lasting management methods were launched during tough times, when companies needed new ways to manage costs and grow. Here is a look back at some of the biggest ideas over the past 100 years.

Data: Giant Steps in Management: Innovations that change the way we work, by Michael Mol and Julian Birkinshaw; companies

Business Exchange related topics:
Management Ideas
U.S. Economic History
Business Innovation