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Business Groups in the West: Origins, Evolution, and Resilience
by Asli M. Colpan Takashi HikinoThis volume aims to explore the long-term evolution of different varieties of large enterprises in today's developed economies. It focuses on the economic institution of business groups and attempts to comprehend the factors behind their rise, growth, struggle, and resilience; their behavioral and organizational characteristics; and their roles in national economic development. The volume seeks to enhance the scholarly and policy-oriented understanding of business groups in developed economies by bringing together state-of-the-art research on the characteristics and contributions of large enterprises in an evolutionary perspective. While business groups are a dominant and critical organization model in contemporary emerging economies and have lately attracted much attention in academic circles and business presses, their counterparts in developed economies have not been systematically examined. This book aims to fill this gap in the literature and is the first scholarly attempt to explore the evolutional paths and contemporary roles of business groups in developed economies from an internationally comparative perspective. In doing so, it argues that business groups actually rose to function as a critical factor of industrial dynamics in the context of Second Industrial Revolution in the late nineteenth century. They have adapted their characteristic roles and transformed to fit to the changing market and institutional settings. As they flexibly co-evolve with the environment, the volume shows that business groups can remain as a viable organization model in the world's most advanced economies today.
Business Groups in the West: Origins, Evolution, and Resilience
This volume aims to explore the long-term evolution of different varieties of large enterprises in today's developed economies. It focuses on the economic institution of business groups and attempts to comprehend the factors behind their rise, growth, struggle, and resilience; their behavioral and organizational characteristics; and their roles in national economic development. The volume seeks to enhance the scholarly and policy-oriented understanding of business groups in developed economies by bringing together state-of-the-art research on the characteristics and contributions of large enterprises in an evolutionary perspective. While business groups are a dominant and critical organization model in contemporary emerging economies and have lately attracted much attention in academic circles and business presses, their counterparts in developed economies have not been systematically examined. This book aims to fill this gap in the literature and is the first scholarly attempt to explore the evolutional paths and contemporary roles of business groups in developed economies from an internationally comparative perspective. In doing so, it argues that business groups actually rose to function as a critical factor of industrial dynamics in the context of Second Industrial Revolution in the late nineteenth century. They have adapted their characteristic roles and transformed to fit to the changing market and institutional settings. As they flexibly co-evolve with the environment, the volume shows that business groups can remain as a viable organization model in the world's most advanced economies today.
The Business Growth Benefits of Higher Education
by David Greenaway Chris D. RuddThis book tackles the role of universities in driving economic growth. Their role as providers of talent, technology and new ideas is considered in the light of the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. A series of expert authors consider success, opportunity and how national frameworks can be fine-tuned to deliver business success.
Business Growth in Times of Instability: Empowering Private Companies Through Disaster Risk Reduction (Contemporary Humanitarian Action and Emergency Management)
by Diego OteguiThis book aims to be a comprehensive resource for crafting strategies to help private companies navigate and thrive in unpredictable and challenging operational landscapes. This endeavor is rooted in the desire to furnish decision-makers with a structured framework and practical tools, empowering them to facilitate business growth even during times of crisis. At the heart of this overarching goal lies a tangible mission: encouraging businesses to become proactive and influential participants in disaster risk reduction. This inquiry seeks to uncover the active contributions that the private sector can make, understand why its involvement is crucial, and identify effective strategies to harness its capabilities. The book discusses disaster risk reduction as a valid corporate strategy to maintain business continuity, but also as a means to increase market share. It presents a very detailed and easy-to-follow strategy for private businesses willing to take advantage of opportunities within a context of instability while helping increase community resilience to disaster risk and humanitarian crises. To do so, it merges business and institutional theory complemented by the author's personal accounts and experience. Business Growth in Times of Instability: Empowering Private Companies Through Disaster Risk Reduction will be a valuable resource for corporate leaders interested in learning about the dual disaster risk they face – the direct impact of a disaster event and the indirect impact created by the impact in the market – and finding tools to not only face these risks but also grow their businesses, even in times of instability.
Business Guide for Strategic Management: 50 Tools for Business Success
by Alfred-Joachim HermanniThis book follows the credo "Don't work hard - work smart". Smart in the sense of cleverness, systematic organization of work and time as well as farsightedness to open up business perspectives. In alphabetical order, the book presents the success factors, methods and strategies that help strengthen market positions and realign strategies. The clear chapters are also very suitable for reference.The book is aimed at managers, executives and self-employed people who want to use their most valuable resources sustainably and consciously to develop products and services that customers really want. Over 100 national and international case studies provide a high utility value. For the 2nd edition, numerous text passages have been revised, new case studies have been integrated and up-to-date data material has been made accessible. With valuable practical tips at the end of each chapter. The electronic usage of the German-language edition of the book has so far led to more than 1.6 million accesses.
Business Guide für strategisches Management: 50 Tools zum geschäftlichen Erfolg
by Alfred-Joachim HermanniDieses Buch folgt dem Credo „Don´t work hard – work smart“. Smart im Sinne von Cleverness, systematischer Organisation und Weitsichtigkeit zur Erschließung geschäftlicher Perspektiven. In 50 Kapiteln werden Erfolgsfaktoren, Methoden und Strategien vorgestellt, die helfen Marktpositionen zu stärken und Strategien neu auszurichten. Das Buch richtet sich an Manager, Führungskräfte und Selbstständige, die ihre wertvollsten Ressourcen nachhaltig und bewusst einsetzen wolle, um Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu entwickeln, die die Kunden auch wirklich wollen. Tipps am Ende der Kapitel ermöglichen die direkte Umsetzung in die Praxis.
Business Guide für strategisches Management: 50 Tools zum geschäftlichen Erfolg
by Alfred-Joachim HermanniDieses Buch, nun in der 2. Auflage, folgt dem Credo „Don´t work hard – work smart“. Smart im Sinne von Cleverness, systematischer Organisation von Arbeit und Zeit sowie Weitsichtigkeit zur Erschließung geschäftlicher Perspektiven. In alphabetischer Reihenfolge stellt das Buch die Erfolgsfaktoren, Methoden und Strategien vor, die helfen Marktpositionen zu stärken und Strategien neu auszurichten. Die übersichtlichen Kapitel sind auch zum Nachschlagen sehr geeignet.Das Buch richtet sich an Manager, Führungskräfte und Selbstständige, die ihre wertvollsten Ressourcen nachhaltig und bewusst einsetzen wollen, um Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu entwickeln, die die Kunden auch wirklich wollen. Über 100 nationale und internationale Fallbeispiele liefern einen hohen Nutzwert. Für die 2. Auflage wurden zahlreiche Textstellen überarbeitet, neue Fallbeispiele intergriert und aktuelles Datenmaterial erschlossen. Mit wertvollen Praxistipps am Ende jedes Kapitels.
The Business Guide to Effective Compliance and Ethics: Why Compliance isn't Working - and How to Fix it
by Andrew Hayward Tony OsbornAcross the world organizations continue to be damaged and brought down by systemic non-compliance or the misdeeds of a few, and newspapers abound with examples of corporate and NGO scandals and crimes. This despite the increasing ethical demands stakeholders are making of business, the exposing power of social media, the proliferating requirements of compliance laws and regulations, and the burgeoning numbers of policies, procedures and compliance officers which have been put in place in response. So what's going on? Why isn't compliance working? The Business Guide to Effective Compliance and Ethics examines how rules-based, tick-box, defensible compliance continues to fail, and lays out a new approach for organizations seeking to flourish and succeed.Written for any organization and businesses large and small, it provides clear, thorough and practical guidance for practitioners and decision-makers. It explains in layman's terms the skills, tools and mindset needed to develop and deliver a best practice compliance and ethics programme - one that meets the requirements made by law, stakeholders and society, and protects your organization from risk of fines, penalties and reputational damage. But this is also a book for all those interested in how to build employee engagement and motivation. The Business Guide to Effective Compliance and Ethics demonstrates the value - including competitive advantage, career satisfaction, employee and customer loyalty, and brand enhancement - that a truly effective compliance and ethics programme can bring when it is working hand in hand with a values-based culture of shared ownership.
The Business Guide to Effective Compliance and Ethics: Why Compliance isn't Working - and How to Fix it
by Andrew Hayward Tony OsbornAcross the world organizations continue to be damaged and brought down by systemic non-compliance or the misdeeds of a few, and newspapers abound with examples of corporate and NGO scandals and crimes. This despite the increasing ethical demands stakeholders are making of business, the exposing power of social media, the proliferating requirements of compliance laws and regulations, and the burgeoning numbers of policies, procedures and compliance officers which have been put in place in response. So what's going on? Why isn't compliance working? The Business Guide to Effective Compliance and Ethics examines how rules-based, tick-box, defensible compliance continues to fail, and lays out a new approach for organizations seeking to flourish and succeed.Written for any organization and businesses large and small, it provides clear, thorough and practical guidance for practitioners and decision-makers. It explains in layman's terms the skills, tools and mindset needed to develop and deliver a best practice compliance and ethics programme - one that meets the requirements made by law, stakeholders and society, and protects your organization from risk of fines, penalties and reputational damage. But this is also a book for all those interested in how to build employee engagement and motivation. The Business Guide to Effective Compliance and Ethics demonstrates the value - including competitive advantage, career satisfaction, employee and customer loyalty, and brand enhancement - that a truly effective compliance and ethics programme can bring when it is working hand in hand with a values-based culture of shared ownership.
The Business Guide to Sustainability: Practical Strategies and Tools for Organizations
by Darcy Hitchcock Marsha WillardWinner of Choice Magazine - Outstanding Academic Titles for 2007 Sustainability promises both reduced environmental impacts and real cash savings for any organization - be it a business, non-profit/NGO or government department. This easy-to-use manual has been written by top business consultants specifically to help managers, business owners, organizational leaders and aspiring environmental managers/sustainability coordinators to improve their organization's environmental, social and economic performance. The authors demystify 'sustainability', untangle the plethora of sustainability frameworks, tools and practices, and make it easy for the average person in any organization to move towards sustainability. Organized by sector (manufacturing, services and office operations, and government) and common organizational functions (senior management, facilities, human resources, purchasing, environmental affairs and compliance, marketing and public relations, and finance and accounting), the authors show how organizations can incorporate sustainability into their everyday work through the application of useful tools and self-assessments.
The Business Guide to Sustainability: Practical Strategies and Tools for Organizations
by Darcy Hitchcock Marsha WillardWinner of Choice Magazine - Outstanding Academic Titles for 2007 Sustainability promises both reduced environmental impacts and real cash savings for any organization - be it a business, non-profit/NGO or government department. This easy-to-use manual has been written by top business consultants specifically to help managers, business owners, organizational leaders and aspiring environmental managers/sustainability coordinators to improve their organization's environmental, social and economic performance. The authors demystify 'sustainability', untangle the plethora of sustainability frameworks, tools and practices, and make it easy for the average person in any organization to move towards sustainability. Organized by sector (manufacturing, services and office operations, and government) and common organizational functions (senior management, facilities, human resources, purchasing, environmental affairs and compliance, marketing and public relations, and finance and accounting), the authors show how organizations can incorporate sustainability into their everyday work through the application of useful tools and self-assessments.
The Business Guide to Sustainability: Practical Strategies and Tools for Organizations
by Marsha Willard Darcy HitchcockThe Business Guide to Sustainability is a practical introduction to implementing a comprehensive sustainability strategy in any organization. Written by top business consultants, this useful book can be applied in both large and small enterprises. This edition shifts away from a discussion of CSR to focus more squarely on sustainability. It explores strategies for implementing sustainability in each of the functional areas of the corporation (accounting, HR, operations, etc.), while providing examples from a range of sectors, including manufacturing, services, and government. The book also includes the authors’ S-CORE assessment tool to help organizations determine whether they are on the right track, identify new opportunities, and assign accountability and responsibility. Brimming with interesting stories and examples, and covering new developments such as the emergence of BRICs and the effects of the Great Recession, this book will interest managers, business owners, and students for whom sustainability is a priority.
The Business Guide to Sustainability: Practical Strategies and Tools for Organizations
by Marsha Willard Darcy HitchcockThe Business Guide to Sustainability is a practical introduction to implementing a comprehensive sustainability strategy in any organization. Written by top business consultants, this useful book can be applied in both large and small enterprises. This edition shifts away from a discussion of CSR to focus more squarely on sustainability. It explores strategies for implementing sustainability in each of the functional areas of the corporation (accounting, HR, operations, etc.), while providing examples from a range of sectors, including manufacturing, services, and government. The book also includes the authors’ S-CORE assessment tool to help organizations determine whether they are on the right track, identify new opportunities, and assign accountability and responsibility. Brimming with interesting stories and examples, and covering new developments such as the emergence of BRICs and the effects of the Great Recession, this book will interest managers, business owners, and students for whom sustainability is a priority.
Business Guide to the Philippines (Business Guide To Asia Ser.)
by Donald KirkThe Business Guides are aimed at business people requiring an accurate and up-to-date guide to how business is orfganised and regulated in Asia.Business Guides aim to cover : *negociation preparation *foreign trade *Customs *business law *financing *marketing and distribution *taxation *intellectual property *foreign investment *economic conditions and trends The Business Guide to the Philippines, part of the Business Guide to Asia Series, provides detailed information on setting up and running business ventures in the Philippines.All contributors are experts and specialists in their fields, providing you with an unparalleled wealth of insider knowledge. Each chapter is packed with the kind of information and advice usually available only to elite clients with large budgets for outside consultants.Business Guides will include th following countries: *Japan *Malaysia *Hong Kong *India *Thailand *Korea *Indonesia *China * Singapore *Taiwan *Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia
Business Guide to the Philippines
by Donald KirkThe Business Guides are aimed at business people requiring an accurate and up-to-date guide to how business is orfganised and regulated in Asia.Business Guides aim to cover : *negociation preparation *foreign trade *Customs *business law *financing *marketing and distribution *taxation *intellectual property *foreign investment *economic conditions and trends The Business Guide to the Philippines, part of the Business Guide to Asia Series, provides detailed information on setting up and running business ventures in the Philippines.All contributors are experts and specialists in their fields, providing you with an unparalleled wealth of insider knowledge. Each chapter is packed with the kind of information and advice usually available only to elite clients with large budgets for outside consultants.Business Guides will include th following countries: *Japan *Malaysia *Hong Kong *India *Thailand *Korea *Indonesia *China * Singapore *Taiwan *Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia
Business Hack: The Wealth Dragon Way to Build a Successful Business in the Digital Age
by John LeeMaster the online tools available to grow your business and conquer the competition Business Hack is your essential roadmap to business growth and online marketing success. Author and successful entrepreneur John Lee shares his proven methods to harness the power of online tools, including using social media—offering practical steps to create and implement highly effective cyber-marketing campaigns. Thanks to the digital revolution, you no longer need teams of marketing experts and other expensive overheads to build and promote your business. This unique and valuable resource covers everything you need to consider when building your marketing strategy, from established principles of sales to cutting-edge digital techniques. In today’s dynamic business environment, strong and ongoing engagement in social media marketing is no longer an option–it is a necessity. From local craft-based businesses to new tech start-ups and even global multinational corporations, effective cyber-marketing can be instrumental in determining success. A comprehensive digital strategy enables you to compete across all platforms and maintain viability and relevance in the face of intense competition. Following the proven techniques in this essential guide allows you to: Implement powerful social media marketing campaigns to increase revenue and rise above the competition Integrate traditional sales and advertising methods with modern technology to create a comprehensive business marketing strategy Identify future trends to stay ahead of the technology curve and capitalize on new opportunities. Learn the skills used by successful entrepreneurs and respected experts in online marketing The Internet and rise of digital media have changed the rules of business and marketing. It is now possible for small and new businesses to compete and thrive in the global marketplace through intelligent use of digital and social media marketing. Business Hack provides the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in the 21st century.
Business Hack: The Wealth Dragon Way to Build a Successful Business in the Digital Age
by John LeeMaster the online tools available to grow your business and conquer the competition Business Hack is your essential roadmap to business growth and online marketing success. Author and successful entrepreneur John Lee shares his proven methods to harness the power of online tools, including using social media—offering practical steps to create and implement highly effective cyber-marketing campaigns. Thanks to the digital revolution, you no longer need teams of marketing experts and other expensive overheads to build and promote your business. This unique and valuable resource covers everything you need to consider when building your marketing strategy, from established principles of sales to cutting-edge digital techniques. In today’s dynamic business environment, strong and ongoing engagement in social media marketing is no longer an option–it is a necessity. From local craft-based businesses to new tech start-ups and even global multinational corporations, effective cyber-marketing can be instrumental in determining success. A comprehensive digital strategy enables you to compete across all platforms and maintain viability and relevance in the face of intense competition. Following the proven techniques in this essential guide allows you to: Implement powerful social media marketing campaigns to increase revenue and rise above the competition Integrate traditional sales and advertising methods with modern technology to create a comprehensive business marketing strategy Identify future trends to stay ahead of the technology curve and capitalize on new opportunities. Learn the skills used by successful entrepreneurs and respected experts in online marketing The Internet and rise of digital media have changed the rules of business and marketing. It is now possible for small and new businesses to compete and thrive in the global marketplace through intelligent use of digital and social media marketing. Business Hack provides the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in the 21st century.
Business-Handbuch Vietnam: Das Vietnamgeschäft erfolgreich managen: Kulturverständnis, Mitarbeiterführung, Recht und Finanzierung
by Nathalie Homlong Elisabeth SpringlerVietnam ist eines der interessantesten Länder für Geschäftstätigkeit - so erreicht Vietnam 2012 im FDI Confidence Index weltweit den 14. Platz unten den als am attraktivsten geltenden Ländern für Direktinvestitionen. Das Buch soll Unternehmen den wirtschaftlichen Einstieg in Vietnam erleichtern. Es werden wirtschaftliche, politische und geographische Basisinformationen dargestellt sowie Grundlagen und Informationen zu den möglichen Formen von Geschäftstätigkeit aufgezeigt. Durch das Vermitteln von interkulturellem Know-how soll der Einstieg ins Geschäftsleben in Vietnam, der Umgang mit Geschäftspartnern und Behörden und das Personalmanagement erleichtert werden. Fallstudien und Branchenportraits zeigen Branchen mit besonderen Potenzialen auf. Die Ergebnisse einer Studie (durchgeführt in Vietnam, Deutschland und Österreich) mit ca. 25 österreichischen und deutschen Unternehmen mit Erfahrung in Vietnam, welche bei den genannten Bereichen jeweils im thematischen Zusammenhang darstellt werden, geben dem Leser/der Leserin einen praxisnahen Einblick in die Potenziale wie auch die Herausforderungen bei einer Geschäftstätigkeit in Vietnam.
Business History: Complexities And Comparisons
by Franco Amatori Andrea ColliThis major new textbook on business history brings together the expertise of two internationally renowned authors to provide a thorough overview of the developments in business - from just before the industrial revolution right up to the present day. Business Historyis global in scope and looks at the major players - Europe, the US and Japan - as well as emerging economies, such as China and India. Focusing mainly on 'big business', Amatori and Colli critically analyze 'the firm' and its interaction with the evolution of economic, technological and political systems at the micro and macro levels. This up-to-date textbook is an exceptional resource for students on economic and business history courses, as well as for practitioners interested in broadening their understanding of business.
Business History: Complexities and Comparisons
by Franco Amatori Andrea ColliThis major new textbook on business history brings together the expertise of two internationally renowned authors to provide a thorough overview of the developments in business - from just before the industrial revolution right up to the present day. Business Historyis global in scope and looks at the major players - Europe, the US and Japan - as well as emerging economies, such as China and India. Focusing mainly on 'big business', Amatori and Colli critically analyze 'the firm' and its interaction with the evolution of economic, technological and political systems at the micro and macro levels. This up-to-date textbook is an exceptional resource for students on economic and business history courses, as well as for practitioners interested in broadening their understanding of business.
Business History: Complexities and Comparisons
by Franco Amatori Andrea ColliThis major new textbook on business history brings together the expertise of two internationally renowned authors to provide a thorough overview of the developments in business – from just before the industrial revolution right up to the present day. Business History is global in scope and looks at the major players – Europe, the US and Japan – as well as emerging economies, such as China and India. Focusing mainly on ‘big business‘, Amatori and Colli critically analyze ‘the firm‘ and its interaction with the evolution of economic, technological and political systems at the micro and macro levels. This up-to-date textbook is an exceptional resource for students on economic and business history courses, as well as for practitioners interested in broadening their understanding of business.
Business History: Complexities and Comparisons
by Franco Amatori Andrea ColliThis major new textbook on business history brings together the expertise of two internationally renowned authors to provide a thorough overview of the developments in business – from just before the industrial revolution right up to the present day. Business History is global in scope and looks at the major players – Europe, the US and Japan – as well as emerging economies, such as China and India. Focusing mainly on ‘big business‘, Amatori and Colli critically analyze ‘the firm‘ and its interaction with the evolution of economic, technological and political systems at the micro and macro levels. This up-to-date textbook is an exceptional resource for students on economic and business history courses, as well as for practitioners interested in broadening their understanding of business.
Business History
by Charles HarveyFirst Published in 1989. This group of studies first appeared in a Special Issue of Business History, Vol.XXXI, No.3. (July 1989). These introductory articles cover a breadth of topics including British entrepreneurs, the accumulation of riches in Victorian Britain and the importance of locational choice. Written by a variety authors, this title also opens with an article from the general editor, Charles Harvey.
Business History
by Charles HarveyFirst Published in 1989. This group of studies first appeared in a Special Issue of Business History, Vol.XXXI, No.3. (July 1989). These introductory articles cover a breadth of topics including British entrepreneurs, the accumulation of riches in Victorian Britain and the importance of locational choice. Written by a variety authors, this title also opens with an article from the general editor, Charles Harvey.
Business History: A Research Overview (State of the Art in Business Research)
by John F. Wilson Ian G. Jones Steven Toms Anna Tilba Emily Buchnea Nicholas WongThe evolution of business history offers some radical ways forward for a discipline which is rich in potential. This shortform book offers an expert overview of how the field has relevance for contemporary business studies as well as the social sciences more broadly, as well as practitioners interested in historical perspectives. This book not only provides a comprehensive review of how the discipline of business history has evolved over the last century, but it also lays out an agenda for the next decade. Focusing specifically on the ‘three pillars’ of research, teaching and practical impact, the authors have outlined how while the first has flourished across many continents, the latter two are struggling to overcome significant challenges associated with how the discipline is perceived, especially in the social sciences. A solution is proposed that would involve academics working more closely with practitioners, thereby increasing the discipline’s credibility across key stakeholders. The work here presented provides a concise and easily digestible overview of the topic which will be of interest to scholars, researchers and advanced students focusing on the evolution of business history and its impact on the way the world conducts business today.