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Zurich Insurance Group lanciert AI Lab gemeinsam mit dem Institut für Betriebswirtschaft und der ETH Zürich

Die Zurich Insurance Group startet gemeinsam mit dem Institut für Betriebswirtschaft (IFB-HSG) und der ETH Zürich das Zurich AI Lab. Eine gemeinsame Initiative zur Beschleunigung des Wandels in der Versicherungsbranche durch künstliche Intelligenz.

Strong presence from our institute at the SMS Conference

Strong presence from our institute at the SMS Conference in San Francisco! Our team just returned from a truly inspiring few days at The Strategic Management Society Conference in San Francisco, filled with cutting-edge research, thought-provoking discussions, and valuable connections. Several members of our institute had the opportunity to present their latest strategy research, contributing to critical conversations shaping the future of our field.

We are especially proud that two of the papers presented — one by Dr. Dora Maric, and another by Heinrich-Jakob Wild (together with Dr. Fabian Takacs, Prof. Dr. Karolin Frankenberger, and Joakim Vincent) — were nominated for the prestigious SMS Conference Best Paper Prize. Even more exciting, the latters‘ work on the integration of strategically misfitting corporate ventures received an Honourable Mention (Top 5 conference papers) — a fantastic recognition of their impactful research. Congratulations to all involved! 👏

New Publication – EXPRESS: Comprehensive vs. Speed: Investor Reactions to Due Diligence Length under Varying Industry Conditions

A recent study by Prof. Dr. Tomi Laamanen and colleagues investigates how the pace of due diligence impacts the success of acquisitions. Analyzing 501 M&A deals of S&P 1500 firms, the research reveals that both excessively fast and overly slow due diligence can reduce acquirer performance, with optimal results achieved

New Publication – The role of CEO integrity in M&A decision-making

New research by Prof. Dr. Tomi Laamanen and colleagues in the Strategic Management Journal explores how CEO integrity shapes M&A decision-making. The study shows that high-integrity CEOs act more cautiously, avoiding risky or large-scale acquisitions and paying lower premiums—protecting firms from costly mistakes but sometimes missing growth opportunities. 👉 Read

New Publication – Artificial intelligence in adaptive strategy creation and implementation: Toward enhanced attentional control in strategy processes

This publication by Prof. Dr. Tomi Laamanen and colleagues explores how proprietary AI systems transform strategic management processes. Using the attention-based view as a framework, the study highlights how company-specific AI can broaden organizational focus, democratize strategic decision-making, and accelerate feedback through real-time monitoring. It also discusses challenges linked to

Fünf Mal den Doktortitel verliehen

Vergangenen Freitag fand an der Universität St.Gallen (HSG) die Promotionsfeier statt. Ein feierlicher Moment, bei dem die Diplome vom Rektor persönlich überreicht werden. Wir freuen uns besonders, dass gleich fünf Doktorand:innen unseres Instituts ihre Promotion erfolgreich abgeschlossen haben und nun offiziell den Doktortitel tragen. Herzliche Gratulation an Natalia Kular, Ph.D, Stephan Ryf, Dora Maric, Benedikt Alexander Schuler und Laura Weiss.

Digital Sovereignty – Call for Applications 2026/27

The St.Gallen Collegium is looking for fellows exploring Digital Sovereignty. It invites researchers from all fields to engage in a solution-oriented discourse on digital sovereignty — from questions of digital autonomy and democratic citizenship to corporate control, global power asymmetries, and the role of non-human actors in the digital realm. Join us in shaping how digital technologies can be used responsibly, sustainably, and sovereignly.

📍 Residency in St.Gallen (Sept 2026 – May 2027)
📚 6 Research Fellowships + 1 Outreach Fellowship
🗓️ Application deadline: October 9, 2025 (new deadline)
📄 For more details please klick on the link

Die Partnerschaft mit den Leaderinnen Ostschweiz geht in die nächste Runde

Seit 2019 verbindet uns mit den Leaderinnen Ostschweiz eine starke Partnerschaft für mehr Frauen in Führungsrollen. Auch dieses Jahr vergeben wir gemeinsam mit dem Verein wieder ein Weiterbildungsstipendium 🎓 und ermöglichen den Austausch mit Expert:innen aus Wissenschaft und Praxis. Wir freuen uns, diese Initiative mitzugestalten und weiterzuentwickeln.

Team Day of the Executive Education Team

Team spirit, shared experiences, and Zürich vibes – our Executive Education Team Day. Yesterday, we took a step outside the office and into the heart of Zürich. The day started with a fascinating insider city tour led by Volker, followed by a delicious lunch together. In the afternoon, we explored the world of Virtual Reality. An experience full of laughter, surprises, and teamwork in a completely new dimension. Beyond the fun, it was a great reminder of how much energy and creativity comes from being together as a team. A big thank you to everyone for making this day so memorable! 💙

Neues Weiterbildungsprogramm

Wir haben ein neues Weiterbildungsprogramm lanciert: den CAS Selbstmanagement HSG.
Klar führen. Souverän handeln. Wirkung zeigen – genau darum geht es in diesem Programm für Fach- und Führungskräfte. In Themen wie Kommunikation, Auftritt, Verhandlung und Selbstentwicklung erwerben unsere Teilnehmenden praxisnahe Strategien, um in komplexen Situationen souverän und überzeugend zu handeln.

📅 Nächster Start: 23. September 2025 | modularer Aufbau – auch einzelne Module buchbar
👩‍🏫 Mit Top-Referenten aus Wissenschaft & Praxis: u.a. J. Peter Murmann, Martin J. Eppler, Andrew Bannon, Michael Ehlers, Anna Maria Pircher-Friedrich
👉 Mehr Infos & Anmeldung: https://lnkd.in/dh4X8K-p

New podcast is live!

How do geopolitical developments influence corporate partnerships and strategy? In the latest episode of our podcast, Nikolaus S. Lang, Managing Director & Senior Partner at BCG, joins our team from the Competence Center Alliances, Platforms & Ecosystems (Alexander Göritz and Cindy Stahl) to discuss geopolitics, talent attraction, and innovation in Europe.

Participation at the EU-DPRN Summit

Thrilled to have taken part in this year’s European Digital Platform Research Network (EU-DPRN) Summit, held on June 26–27 in Madrid! Over two engaging days, the summit brought together scholars to advance research on digital platforms and ecosystems. On June 26, the Doctoral Workshop provided PhD students with a platform to present their work and gain valuable feedback from senior faculty. We were especially proud that Dora Maric and Theresa Maria Seehofer had the opportunity to present their papers during the workshop! On June 27, the main plenary track featured high-quality paper presentations, a stimulating panel on decentralized governance, and an inspiring keynote by Rahul Kapoor (Wharton)—a leading thinker in the field of ecosystems. A special highlight: Tim Meyer had the chance to present his paper in the main program.