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Torpedo Your Competition: Strategic Reporting and Peer Firm IPO
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 AAA Impact Hub This study examines how incumbent firms in an industry strategically adjust their financial reporting to counter the competitive threat posed by a peer firm's Initial Public Offering (IPO). The researchers analyzed how these actions...
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How Do Stakeholders Shape Female Representation on Boards
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 AAA Impact Hub Researchers explore the factors influencing the appointment of female directors to corporate boards in the United States. It specifically examines the roles of board members, executives, and other stakeholders in these decisions.
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When the Tone at the Top Slips: How Auditors React to Off-the-Clock Misconduct
Thursday, November 14, 2024 AAA Impact Hub This study investigates how auditors respond to allegations of off-the-clock misbehavior by company leadership, specifically examining whether such indiscretions are perceived as signals of poor corporate culture and tone.
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Beyond Technical Skills: How 'Merit' Shapes Diversity in Accounting Firms
Thursday, November 14, 2024 AAA Impact Hub This study investigates how the concept of "merit" is understood and applied within accounting firms and its impact on diversity efforts. The researchers explore the dual nature of merit...
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Can Auditors’ Tech Knowledge Boost Audit Quality?
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 AAA Impact Hub Researchers investigate whether auditors derive technological knowledge from their clients' technological proximity, referred to as "technological proximity knowledge," and how it influences audit quality and fees across their client portfolios.
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What Challenges Are Controllers Facing Today?
Monday, October 14, 2024 AAA Impact Hub The study investigates the current challenges faced by controllers in large public and private companies, focusing on key issues like teamwork, technology, and talent management within the framework of...
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Does Frequent Auditor Switching Harm Audit Quality?
Sunday, October 13, 2024 AAA Impact Hub The study investigates the impact of frequent auditor switching on audit quality, revealing that such behavior is associated with lower audit quality but can be mitigated by strong internal and external monitoring.
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Does Frequent Negative Feedback Really Hurt Motivation?
Thursday, October 10, 2024 AAA Impact Hub The study investigates how frequent unfavorable feedback affects employee motivation and effort. Specifically, it examines whether providing frequent feedback that highlights poor progress toward a goal demotivates employees and whether...
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How Mindset and Metrics Drive Sustainable Supplier Choices
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 AAA Impact Hub The researcher examines how managers make decisions about selecting suppliers that use sustainable practices. The focus is on understanding how different ways of thinking (cognitive frames) and the types of performance measurement systems (PMS) used by...
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How Are Firms Really Responding to Diversity Laws?
Monday, September 9, 2024 AAA Impact Hub The study examines the effects of mandatory diversity disclosure legislation in the European Union. It specifically focuses on how 30 large German companies have adapted their annual reports in response to the new regulation.
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The Hidden Risks of Robotic Process Automation
Friday, September 6, 2024 AAA Impact Hub Robotic Process Automation (RPA) involves using software robots to automate repetitive, rules-based tasks traditionally performed by humans. The study investigates the risks and challenges associated with the use of RPA in accounting...
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How Social Ties Shape Equity Analysts' Predictions
Monday, September 2, 2024 AAA Impact Hub Equity analysts are influential in financial markets, providing investment advice and forecasts. Despite their importance, they are often criticized for bias and inaccuracies. This study investigates the social forces that govern equity analyst behavior