In the run-up to the 2026 midterm elections, the political parties in many states are working to redefine their congressional district maps to gain every possible edge. From California and Texas to Tennessee and Virginia, redistricting efforts have taken center stage. The Supreme Court has sanctioned partisan gerrymandering, and the system has evolved to one in which state legislature majorities get to determine who is most likely to fill those seats in Congress.
In short, gerrymandering has become a central feature of the system, not a bug. But what if we rethink the structure entirely?
For years, remote work has been viewed as one of the most important drivers of employee satisfaction. New research suggests that assumption may be giving remote work too much credit.
A study published in the INFORMS journal Management Science found that while remote employees often report higher job satisfaction, much of that advantage disappears when researchers account for factors such as workplace culture, trust in management, communication and opportunities for professional development.
A new study from INFORMS suggests warehouse robots perform better when they work together instead of operating independently.
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COVID vaccines have been available to adults in the United States for more than a year, but there are still a lot of questions. Which vaccines have received full approval? When will we see vaccines approved for children under the age of 5? And are there any new vaccines forthcoming?
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) – With rising gas prices, the hot-topic issue of domestic oil drilling is once again making headlines.
Congressman Greg Murphy (R-03) said energy independence would make us less susceptible to conflicts overseas. However, one professor of supply chain management, said the United States doesn’t have enough oil to rely only on itself.
Drive along the cargo terminals on our country’s supply routes and containers are still stacked high.
“It’s just a lack of space and growing demand,” Jessica Alvarenga said.
Willingness to vaccinate is critical in overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic. About 45 percent of Americans are not vaccinated and among those vaccinated, less than 30 percent have received a booster. Financial incentives and other nudges have been used to help increase vaccination rates across the nation, but new research from the University of California San Diego's Rady School of Management reveals that compensations need to be large-;at least $100-;to reduce vaccine hesitancy.
College students around the nation are partaking in the annual rite commonly referred to as spring break. Many students are heading down to cities in Florida and other warm destinations to enjoy beaches and bars, socializing as only college students can during their mid-semester break.
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