. A recent investigation by the Arthur D. Little Innovation High Ground Survey among 40 multinationals (Sony, Procter & amp; Gamble, Vodafone, etc.) showed that managers in general expect that sustainability-driven innovation, such as environmentally product (re)design, has a gr…
The present study aims for a deeper understanding of the internal and external factors, such as firm strategy and pressure from the business network (government, buyers, suppliers, local inhabitants, etc.), that have an impact on the adoption of environmental management capabili…
"Accessibly written and giving equal weight to theoretical and empirical developments in the field, The Corporation will be an excellent guide for students and academics involved in the theory of the firm, corporate governance and also for the interested business reader."--Résum…
This book covers the management of social capital processes as they are accomplished-understood, experienced and shaped-by owner-managers. It aims to develop a deeper understanding of management processes, and to contribute to a greater congruence between lived social capital pe…
This book offers details on impact investing embodied in the experiences, and best and proven practices of some of the world's most successful impact investors. It discusses the parameters of impact investing, providing both context and tools to those eager to engage in the gene…
Executive SummaryIntroductionAbout the AuthorReady OpportunitiesThe Ready BackdropReady PilotsReady Technology TrendsSoftware for HireDevices/People/Tasks AlignmentAnalytics Here, Now, and ForeverRespect Social MediaInnovation, Innovation, and More InnovationMissions to the Clou…
Ready opportunities -- Ready technology trends -- Ready processes -- Ready companies -- Ready industry pilots. Fast-tracking new business technologies.
"This book explores viewpoints and research on various business enterprises from around the world in companies of all sizes and models, discussing different aspects and concerns in the global business environment such as corruption, taxation, supply chain management, and economi…
"This book explores viewpoints and research on various business enterprises from around the world in companies of all sizes and models, discussing different aspects and concerns in the global business environment such as corruption, taxation, supply chain management, and economi…
"This book explores viewpoints and research on various business enterprises from around the world in companies of all sizes and models, discussing different aspects and concerns in the global business environment such as corruption, taxation, supply chain management, and economi…
This book is an essential, comprehensive reference book that explores the current global business environment and the challenges that have arisen due to contemporary globalization and the resulting global hypercompetition. With a broad scope, the book covers the implications of …
As more companies shift their operations between countries to take advantage of lower costs and greater profit, the global market continues to change rapidly, resulting in global hypercompetition that can be detrimental to a business. Firms must remain updated with the latest re…
"Cut Costs Not Corners outlines practical steps to make cost cutting as a permanent business strategy rather than a one-time measure. It covers strategic and tactical cost-cutting options such as analyzing space needs, buying technology for less, selling off redundant assets, re…
In his first book in nearly a decade, New York Times bestselling author Ramit Sethi cuts through the BS and bad advice to show you how to really escape the 9-to-5. This no-nonsense guide distills the most important lessons Sethi learned building his dorm room blog into an 8-figu…
