Buy the team, borrow the talent

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings With the FTC’s 2026 withdrawal of its national non-compete rule fragmenting enforceability across states, leaders should audit their local legal reality before any sourcing decision and shore up retention through internal means (training, equity, benefits) rather than relying on legal lock-in they can no longer count on. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.