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Ep. 13: Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, Wharton Professor and Executive Director at Mack Institute for Innovation Management

Hosted by Anjalee Narenthiren

Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri is the Executive Director of the Mack Institute for Innovation Management, as well as a Professor at the Wharton School of Business. Much of his research has focused on understanding operational drivers in innovation-focused acquisitions, and investigating the implications of R&D outsourcing projects. 

In this episode, Dr. Chaudhuri discusses how Covid-19 wil impact outsourcing and M&A operations, as well as how industries like airlines can better handle the pandemic-related turbulence.

  • 00:00:41 Introduction of Dr. Saikat Chaudhur
  • 00:04:01 Industries that require innovation and transformation
  • 00:08:00 Working from home 
  • 00:12:35 How Covid impacts technology
  • 00:20:43 Making up for the demand and enhancing the experience
  • 00:21:15 Disney and suggestions for transformation
  • 00:31:07 Advise to US Universities
  • 00:35:27 Having a better online experience
  • 00:38:07 End of discussion

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