Especially in times of crisis, managers must show sensitivity. But empathy is often misunderstood, which can do more harm than good. What is empathetic leadership based on?
It sounds like a play on words but it’s nothing less than a paradigm shift: Secure IT by Design means building software, hardware and networks securely from the very beginning instead of fixing vulnerabilities subsequently. Higher initial costs will pay off in the long run.
Explaining a transformation is good – but showcasing can be even better. We present three change management measures which offer a glimpse into the future and reflect what employees expect.
He conveyed optimism in a seemingly desperate situation: British expedition leader Ernest Shackleton and his team survived a two-year struggle for survival in the Antarctic Ocean. What can leaders learn from him in times of crisis?
From one day to another, millions of employees are working from home. Probably only a few companies were prepared for this – a risk for information and IT security. What immediate measures can help, and what does the crisis teach us for the future?
Microsoft refreshes its newest operating system twice a year – much more often than earlier versions. Therefore IT specialists and business users will have to spend more time testing connected software. How can they limit the extra effort?
Industry thrives on new ideas. But not every innovation project is worth long-term investment. How can companies tell tops from flops as early as possible?
The BSG Basket Ladies Ludwigsburg are fighting for a top rank in southern Germany’s second federal league. Recently they started into the second half of the season, supported by Grosse-Hornke as new sponsor.
Many of our colleagues are sports enthusiasts. We love running, climbing, diving, horse-riding and other activities. In 2019, we boosted our training routines with a big challenge: Our aim was to run a distance which equals crossing the European continent. And we made it! For every kilometer, Grosse-Hornke is donating to charity – a total of 1,500 euros.
The fossil distillate Naphtha is one of the most important resources in petrochemistry. Its price fluctuates strongly. In her master’s thesis, Stella Buchmann showed how companies can optimally deal with this fact. Yesterday she was awarded the Study Award Business Chemistry 2019, granted by Grosse-Hornke and the University of Münster.
