AMA Sheth Foundation Doctoral ConferenceThe Smith School hosted the AMA Sheth Foundation Doctoral Conference July 12-14, 2006. Digital Economy Forum 2006October 5-7, 2006The Smith School’s Center for International Business, Education and Research (CIBER) and the Localization Industry Standards Association (LISA) are offering a globalization conference with topics such as how globalization is affecting the U.S. economy, how to make off-shoring successful, and how to manage localization. CIBER

The Smith School is pleased to welcome the following new faculty for the 2006-2007 academic year. Accounting and Information Assurance James McKinney, PhD ’02, Smith School Finance Georgios Skoulakis, PhD Northwestern University Albert (Pete) Kyle, PhD University of Chicago Dalida Kadyrzhanova, PhD Columbia University

William DeWitt has been named Professor of the Practice of Logistics, Transportation, and Supply Chain Management, an appointment given by the University of Maryland to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the practice as well as leadership in specific fields. The appointment recognizes deWitt’s regional and national prominence in the field and superior teaching.

Research by Gilad Chen

Research by Rachelle Sampson Innovation is one of the drivers of success in the digital economy, and pursuing innovation means that many firms must make a substantial investment in research and development (R&D). Making that investment pay off, however, is not always easy. Research is very expensive, and there is tremendous pressure to create new knowledge and capabilities in a timely and cost-effective way.

Research by Chrysanthos Dellarocas

e-Commerce The efficiency of electronic markets that rely on reputation mechanisms for trust building can sometimes be increased by reducing the frequency of updating such mechanisms with new information.  Research & Innovation Different levels of technology and attention to organizational structure help make successful R&D alliances.  Management  Motivation is an important factor in a team’s ability to adapt their training to new situations.  Faculty Kudos & PhD Program News Events