Even in France, where the average person stores 68 bottles, more than 40 percent of all wine is consumed within a short period of time.

Paradoxically, the strategic effects of learning are most valuable if learning reduces cost at an intermediate pace—not too fast and not too slowly.

Do you remember Yasukane Matsumoto, the Japanese printing executive? He visits each of his suppliers personally before he decides to build a partnership.

By helping your suppliers lower their cost, by making it easier for them to sell to your organization,

Be predictable—Focus on initiatives that lower WTS in a predictable manner. Flexible hours and opportunities to work from home,

Shifting ownership—

Refrain from celebrating a long-hours culture. Kate Hamp, HR business partner at the price comparison site Moneysupermarket.com,

Is it in the best interest of your business to respond to low WTS with low compensation?

Digital platforms that connect companies with passionate workers can help shift corporate boundaries.