There's been a lot of speculation on when I will deliver a vision. The last thing IBM needs right now is a vision. What it needs right now are tough-minded, market-driven, highly effective strategie... more » more »

One trillion dollars. That's what's at stake in the next few years in business-to-business e-commerce. Research shows that b-to-b spending will soar from $43 billion to over $1 trillion. Meanwhile, in the same span of time, business-to-consumer spending is expected to rise from $7.8 to only $108 billion ... more »

Since the 1980s, the characteristics model in economics has been applied to the field of finance, and offers a fresh perspective for understanding financial behaviour. This book brings together some of the latest research by leading exponents of the characteristics model and its application to finance ... more »

Autonomous agents, emergent systems, and chaos theory will change the way we live and work in the twenty-first century. Today's manufacturing and production systems, growing increasingly complex, will give way to paradoxically simple solutions. Here is original, eloquent, essential reading for managers ... more »

India today is a vibrant free-market democracy and has begun to flex its muscles in the global information economy and on the world stage. Now, acclaimed columnist Gurcharan Das traces India's recent social and economic transformations in an eminently readable, impassioned narrative. Das tells the stories ... more »

E-book exclusive: In-text links to the major transcripts, filings, and documents of United States v. Microsoft. Pride Before the Fall uncovers the secret history of the antitrust trial that shook an economy: United States v. Microsoft. Drawing on years of reporting -- including extensive interviews with ... more »

Smart Women Finish Rich has shown women of all ages and backgrounds how to take control of their financial future and finish rich. Whether you are working with a few dollars a week or a significant inheritance, David Bach's nine-step program gives you tools for spending wisely, establishing security ... more »

An epic saga that recounts the turbulent history of money. The Pursuit of Wealth is a fascinating 5,000 year journey through the evolution of money and investing. From risk versus return in Mesopotamia through today's rough-and-tumble, high-stakes stock markets, this behind-the-scenes tale will intrigue ... more »

Part I: The Gateway to Short-Term Trading. Chapter 1. Trading the Pattern Cycle. Chapter 2. Preparing for the Market Day. Chapter 3. Analyzing the Market. Chapter 4. Building a Swing Trading Strategy. Chapter 5. Mastering the Tools. Chapter 6. Understanding Time. Part II: The 7-Bells: Tools to Locate ... more »

In an era of accelerating change in the world economy, services are assuming greater importance for the economies of both developed and developing countries. As technological developments allow increasing tradability of services, huge global firms are offering services across national boundaries. This ... more »

An ancient parable tells of a resourceful fellow named Max, who invented the Wheel. Humans, who had gotten along without the Wheel for thousands of years, did not instantly appreciate the invention. This irresistible guide to sales styles, strategies, and markets is packed with practical tips for sales ... more »

... to become financially fit. With its comprehensive coverage and ease of use, the book will serve as your practical financial guide. Some examples: * Week 2: Ten ways to boost your savings. * Week 7: Design a realistic family budget with Marshall's three-stage method. * Week 11: Thirteen ways to cut your ... more »