... contribution to the literature of Human Resource Management (HRM). It's interdisciplinary approach addresses key issues and debates such as: * the influences of new technology, language, power, culture and gender upon the 'construction' of knowledge * the impact of globalisation * working knowledge ... more »

This is an insider's report on how Oracle became the first software company to move all of its essential operations onto the Internet. Filled with the insights and experiences of Oracle executives, this book provides a detailed blueprint any company can effectively restructure itself to successfully ... more »

... examined and used to justify the variety of techniques which can be used to find insights into difficult management problems. Contents include: * paradigm shift and the need for creative thinking in management * blocks to creativity and how to overcome them * defining and redefining problems * Extensive ... more »

If more business books were as useful, concise, and just plain fun to read as THE MCKINSEY WAY, the business world would be a better place. --Julie Bick, best-selling author of ALL I REALLY NEED TO KNOW IN BUSINESS I LEARNED AT MICROSOFT. Enlivened by witty anecdotes, THE MCKINSEY WAY contains valuable ... more »

While more than a quarter of its traditional competitors were going out of business, John Hancock, under the direction of marketing wizard David D'Alessandro, transformed itself from a sleepy old life insurer into a leading financial services giant, with a sustained 20% annual rate of growth. In Brand ... more »

Product Info This innovative text provides a comprehensive and detailed introduction to the theory and practice of quality in the context of 20th century management thinking. more »

Product Info A thorough analysis of networks and organizational interactions between black and Korean entrepreneurs in the ethnic beauty aids industry. more »

Market-Hedging Strategies that Turn Paper Losses Into Real Profits! History proves it: Even the healthiest stock markets occasionally suffer sharp downturns. WHEN THE DOW BREAKS provides in-depth, step-by-step strategies to protect yourself against sudden drops by recognizing danger signals and selling ... more »

INVESTING SECRETS OF THE MASTERS will make you wealthy. Maybe not today, or even this year. But if you implement the strategies contained in this commonsense book and give them the time to mature, you will be rewarded with a sizable investment portfolio--one that stands an excellent chance of topping ... more »

As stocks continue their roller-coaster ride, more Americans than ever turn to bonds for reliable income and safety of principal - often with little information on which fixed income vehicles will best suit their needs. In this environment, it is important to understand every detail of the fixed income ... more »

A must-read for the business leader of today and tomorrow.--John G. O'Neill, Vice President, 3M Canada. High Performance Sales Organizations defined the true nature of market-focused sales and service operations, and helped push sales organizations into the 21st century. This essential guide includes ... more »

Retail Product Management provides the opportunity to acquire a deeper knowledge of a key area of retailing management - managing the product range. It is an important text for anyone studying retail management or buying and merchandising as part of a degree course. Challenging, yet approachable to students ... more »