Ad hoc Optimism
By Chen Jian At present, the PRC Arbitration Law doesn't recognize ad hoc arbitration conducted in China. Article 16 of the law expressly states that an arbitration agreement must designate an arbitration…
Importing to China: How Hard Can it be?
By Andy Clayton China represents an attractive market for overseas manufacturers. Many are drawn by the opportunity and set up an entity or appoint an agent to be able to supply the…
What are the Potential Benefits of Diversity?
By Lydia Zhou With the increasing globalization of the world economy and the greater internationalization of corporations, the topic of workforce diversity has received significant attention from researchers as well as companies.…
In-Depth Interview: Bob Boyce of Blue Frog
Bob Boyce, founder of Blue Frog Bar and Grill, came to China over 20 years ago to study Chinese in Beijing. Now Blue Frog spans almost every major city in China, with…
Ask Lin: How to Stand Out at a Conference
Dear Lin: Are business conferences still valuable? I feel like I have easy access to industry information and that the value of these events isn't what it used to be. What's so…
Innovating Close to Home
By David Frey China’s manufacturers – operating in an environment of slowing growth and rapidly evolving domestic market demands – are identifying new methods to compete, evolve and survive through innovation. This…
In-Depth Interview: Sylvia Pan of Beijing United
What was originally supposed to be a temporary job after her time in the military became the definitive career move of Sylvia Pan, now the General Manager of Beijing United Family Hospital…
Creating Fairness in the Workplace
By Run Ren Organizational justice is one of the most important topics for both managers and scholars – with good reason. Employees who perceive fair treatment from an organization and their supervisors…
Gender Stereotypes in the Executive Suite
By Jack Chiang From Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In to management articles in major media, the topic of the female executive and gender stereotypes in executives has become a major focus of public…
Ask John: Is China Ready for Luxury Cruise Lines?
Dear John: We are a US-based travel company specializing in the high-end, luxury, ocean-going cruise line tourism industry through our website and online services. We understand that very few Chinese tour…