Building and Facilities Maintenance Management
Building and Facilities Maintenance Management: An Innovative Operational Approach is a new introductory textbook aimed at students who are studying building maintenance and asset management for the first time as part of their undergraduate or foundation course. The book plugs a gap in the current curriculum and literature which must now seek to educate emerging professionals about the significance of the operational phase of a built asset's lifecycle, if the challenges of the day are to be met head on.Each chapter is supported by seminar questions and formative assessment tasks to allow the learner to assess their own progress through the text and covers: The nature and importance of building maintenance for the successful strategic operation of an estate contracting and procurement of maintenance works risk assessment in maintenance management surveying for common maintenance issues and defects the relationship between maintenance management and environmental sustainability and maintenance and conservation of historic buildings The book will help readers enhance their awareness, understanding and breadth of knowledge of the issues around improving organisational maintenance management. A handy guide for emerging professionals, this practical book is also ideal reading for anyone studying facilities management, building surveying, construction management, real estate and property management.
Accounting for hospitality, hotel & catering management - 2nd Edition
Accounting for hospitality, hotel and catering management book, second edition, has been revised and covers key areas of basic accounting procedures, financial, cycle of control and managerial accounting. The book focuses on students and managers in hospitality, hotel, catering, lodges, camps and restaurants. The texts herein, include day to day realistic i.e. practical example and varied cases set in the hospitality, hotel, catering, lodges, camps and restaurant business operations. The students learning process and lecturers references is reinforced by exercises and answers are provided.
Total Quality Management and Lean Thinking 5.0
Total Quality Management and Lean Thinking 5.0: Theories and Methods offers an integrated approach to quality management that combines the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) and Lean Thinking.
Entrepreneurship, marketing and HR policies of a construction company
Marketing should be accepted as a legitimate function at all levels of the firm, professional education and training needs to be reviewed to reflect more management components such as strategic management of which marketing is key, firm-customer relationship was revealed by the study as the most significant marketing strategy that can improve the marketing performance of contracting firms. Contractors should therefore establish a good and long-term relationship with their customers and policy makers should ensure that the contractors in the industry give desired attention to marketing as a management function. In summary, the study findings support the idea that developing effective marketing strategies enhances a firm's performance and success in its industry, and that the influence of marketing is fundamentally related to its level of acceptance in the firm. These findings hold for both firms in developed and developing countries, and for small/medium and large firms alike. Construction industry runs on the entrepreneurial qualities, marketing policies and human resources policies extended. However small construction industries have limitations on marketing & HR related policies.
The Lean Lifestyle Strategy for Businesses
In a world of increasing variability and complexity, companies seem to persist in using outdated and inadequate organizational models and work patterns. Despite the available technologies and the most innovative time management techniques, we work more and more, with less results and more stress. Lean Lifestyle Strategy addresses the key problem of every professional, manager, and entrepreneur leading companies of all sizes: how to combine the need to produce more and more results, in less and less time, working better, and leading, at the same time, a lifestyle that generates prosperity and well-being. The time is ripe for lean work to become a strategy to achieve a true work-life balance and express the best of people in the company without having to choose between operational efficiency or personal fulfilment. In this book, in addition to numerous examples, tools, and step-by-step methodologies, useful to begin to apply independently the principles of the Lean Lifestyle Strategy, you will find collected the testimonies of entrepreneurs and managers who reveal the "behind-the-scenes" of successful cases in this new direction, including Campari, Cromology, ELT Group, Ferretti Group, Labomar, Lucchini RS, Marcegaglia, Orogel, Poste Italiane, Sammontana, Siemens Italia, Stanley Black & Decker, and Streparava. Through the evolution of the way we work and do business, it is possible to leave a tangible mark that starting from the company boundaries touches ourselves and the people who work with us, until positively influencing the society and the environment where we live.
Aktuelle Herausforderungen im Wissensmanagement
Die Reihe "Innovatives Wissensmanagement" f羹hrt Theorie und Praxis zusammen, indem nicht nur fachtheoretische Arbeiten, sondern auch innovative Konzepte, neuartige L繹sungsans瓣tze f羹r aktuelle Herausforderungen sowie anwendungsbezogene Fallstudien aus den verschiedensten Branchen vorgestellt werden. Der multidisziplin瓣re Ansatz der Schriftenreihe erlaubt es 羹berdies, die Themenbereiche Innovationsmanagement und Wissensmanagement zu verkn羹pfen und aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven zu beleuchten. Der vorliegende Band widmet sich in erster Linie aktuellen Problemen und deren L繹sungen durch Wissensmanagement.
The Science of People and Office Design
The Science of People and Office Design: Planning for Thinking, Discussing and Achieving has been written for practitioners who would like to apply evidence-based and human-centric design principles to office and workplace design. Practitioner-researcher disconnects often arise due to a lack of meaningful connection between their professional worlds. This book seeks to rectify this disconnect and make it clear that research can significantly affect the likelihood that design projects achieve the objectives outlined in their briefs, and that practitioners need to have a real influence on research conducted.The book consists of 16 chapters, each grouped into three major sections, with an overview chapter and a conclusion drawn together by the editors. Each chapter addresses a real-world workplace design-related issue. The first part of each chapter presents the editors' overview of the problem in practice and the objectives that must be achieved via design solutions. The second portion of each chapter presents peer-reviewed research related to the chapter's topic, written by a researcher focused on practical issues. The final part of each chapter is written by a workplace design practitioner and details their efforts to resolve the section's real-world workplace design-related concern by applying relevant peer-reviewed research.The book is aimed at professionals working in business, interior design, architecture, surveying, facilities management, building services engineering, human resources and psychology who are key stakeholders in the design and delivery of modern office spaces. Postgraduates studying design, architecture, engineering, facilities management, environmental psychology and wellbeing will also find the book useful.
Strategic Cost Management
The book titled "Strategic Cost Management: Integrating Cost Control for Competitive Advantage. NEP 2024" is authored by Dr. Sajad Ahmad Mir and Dr. Mohammad Iqbal and published by Lambert Academic Publishing.The cover suggests that the book focuses on strategic cost management, a method of managing a company's costs to enhance competitive advantage. This typically involves using cost control techniques, cost reduction strategies, and aligning them with overall business goals, making the company more competitive. The image of a hand interacting with financial graphs and "Cost Reduction" text indicates a focus on modern tools or techniques used in cost management, possibly incorporating technology-driven insights or methods to optimize cost efficiency.The reference to NEP 2024 could signify that the book aligns with or responds to a national education or economic policy (NEP), likely focusing on how strategic cost management fits into broader policy goals.This book would likely be useful for professionals, business managers, students, and academics interested in cost management as a driver for business success, especially in competitive environments.
Design for All Learners
Get the Toolbox You Need to Design for All LearnersDesign for All Learners empowers instructional designers, trainers, and other talent development professionals to create learning experiences that are accessible to and inclusive of all people. Learn from practitioners' vulnerable lived experiences, moving stories, and practical advice. Written with accessibility, inclusion, and L&D experts and edited by Sarah Mercier, this book will help you ensure that individuals can fully participate in the talent development and training programs you offer.Adopt a progress-over-perfection approach. Start with shifting your mindset to consider that all learners are people who have unique experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities-and that learning design should be built for people, not just to meet compliance standards. Find what you need to know about designing for the modality you're using to reach learners--from e-learning and job aids to training in the physical and virtual classroom. Gain a clearer understanding of requirements and standards, and then explore strategies and tactics to foster an inclusive mindset throughout your organization.Anyone involved with the practice of design in learning and development will benefit from the wide range of perspectives and techniques offered, whether you're a team of one or work in an organization with a variety of resources. If your goal is to become a better designer, developer, teacher, and leader, this book presents a packed toolbox to do so. It will change everything you think you know. Use it as a guide in your journey to accessible, inclusive design for all.
China's Logistics
Exploring an underreported subject with global ramifications, this book sheds much-needed light on the rapid development of China's logistics industry over the past several decades and puts it into historical context.Though still lagging behind global logistics leaders overall, China has invested heavily in logistics infrastructure and technology to become a vital link in global supply chains, and is forging ahead in e-commerce logistics. This timely book analyzes the key policies, infrastructure projects, technologies, and companies that have transformed China's domestic logistics capabilities and enabled it to become deeply intertwined with the worldwide supply chain. As the world enters a new era of geopolitics and confronts the possibility of US-China decoupling, it is more critical than ever to understand China's logistics system to navigate uncertain times--and with their decades of experience, these authors are the very best guides.Business leaders, policy makers, and logistics and supply chain professionals will benefit from this comprehensive and readable book's insights into how and why China's logistics system developed as it has, what that means for businesses and nations connected to China, and where we go from here.
SMEs and a Globally Recognized Financial Reporting Framework
This book discusses financial reporting practices by SMEs of a developing country in the context of an internationally recognized financial reporting framework, the International Financial Reporting Standard for SMEs (IFRS For SMEs). The book: identifies factors determining use of the IFRS for SMEs reporting framework in Zimbabwe; discusses challenges faced by Zimbabwean SMEs in making use of the framework; compares the extent of use of this financial reporting framework in Zimbabwe with the extent of its use worldwide. Finally, the book examines the quality of financial reporting by Zimbabwean SMEs which do not make use of the IFRS for SMEs reporting framework.
Managing Agricultural Enterprises and Developing Agricultural Value Chains
This book of cases, mostly of small to medium organizations, from west Africa, Thailand and India offers cases suitable for training of practicing managers of small and medium agricultural enterprises and public sector professionals engaged in agricultural development. The book comprises an introductory essay, 22 cases, two industry notes, and a chapter guiding how the cases may be used to develop a one- or two-week training program. The cases are situations in enterprises or sectors that require a decision to be made, written from the perspective of a protagonist, usually a high-level decision maker. The cases included in the book are predominantly from West Africa--Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire, and Nigeria--and the rest are from India. In addition, two industry notes, one on tomato processing in Turkey and the other on the maize seed industry in Thailand are included. They offer contrasting situations to those addressed in some of the west African cases. Case-based teachingis particularly suitable for training of practicing managers with limited formal training. The cases in the book are adequate to comprehensively address key issues in agricultural enterprise management and value chain development.
Wfm
Juanita Coley - The Contact Center WhispererFrom teen mom to Mrs. Corporate America, Juanita Coley's journey in Workforce Management (WFM) is a story of resilience, innovation, and transformation. Known as the "Contact Center Whisperer," Juanita built her expertise from the ground up-starting as a call center agent, discovering a Blue Pumpkin user guide, and cultivating a passion for WFM that would lead her to shape operational strategies for industry giants. Now, as CEO and Founder of Solid Rock Consulting, she's sharing her 20+ years of WFM mastery to drive real impact. WFM: Go Beyond takes you through the foundational principles of Workforce Management while inviting you to explore its strategic influence on Customer and Employee Experience (CX and EX). This isn't just a guide to the core functions of WFM; it's a transformative toolkit for anyone-whether you're new to WFM or a seasoned professional-looking to design meaningful impact within their organization. Through two powerful sections, WFM: Go Beyond will equip you to: Master the core pillars of WFM, from data gathering and forecasting to scheduling and real-time management.Elevate your approach, using WFM to bridge CX, EX, and business profitability for a human-centered experience.Drawing from real-life insights, Juanita delivers actionable strategies for designing a WFM program that's not only efficient but strategically aligned with broader business goals. Ready to understand WFM's transformative potential? Dive into WFM: Go Beyond, and harness WFM by design-bringing lasting impact to your business, your team, and your career. Let's go make impact!
Strategic and Sustainable Management of Workplace Facilities
This textbook introduces the reader to contemporary issues in the management of facilities in the African context and includes case studies from across the continent. It consolidates theory and practical information useful for managers across Africa and other developing countries.
ICT Trading
The trading world has long been dominated by retail traders who follow conventional methods, but behind the curtain lies a different approach, one used by institutions to move markets. Mastering ICT Trading unravels these institutional techniques, particularly those taught by the Inner Circle Trader (ICT). The book provides a roadmap for traders to understand institutional methods, focusing on market structure, liquidity, order blocks, and timing, to gain an edge over the typical retail trader. By leveraging these insights, readers will learn to anticipate market movements with precision, effectively manage risk, and execute trades with the expertise of seasoned professionals.
Supply Chain Disruptions and Stock Prices
Supply chain disruptions typically hurt stock prices, particularly if the disruption is caused by a natural disaster. While supply chains in the United States suffer from a wide range of supply chain disruptions induced by hurricanes, the impact of these disruptions on stock prices remains unexplored, even though the annual average damage in the US due to hurricanes is $54bn of which $9bn is to businesses. This book explores, classifies, and connects natural disasters, supply chain disruption (SCD), and firm financial performance. It identifies influencing factors and how they impact the effect of hurricanes on stock prices. It defines a statistical model to quantify the effect of hurricanes on stock prices and provides guidelines to managers who need to decide how to communicate supply chain disruptions to their customers and shareholders. It will be of great interest to scholars and students in supply chain management, disaster management, and finance.
Knowledge Based Articles and Facts
This book is a collection of articles on the glory of India and relevant social and economic issues. It also discusses the role of Mother Nature in the overall development of human life and provides insights on topics such as pollution and other related issues. The book contains knowledge-based articles on topics such as life on Earth, plastic pollution, child marriage, features of the New Education Policy, the Dream of Digital India, the economic environment, wildlife, human values, and more.
Designing for Digital Transformation in a Society of Smartness
Information system (IS) researchers play a pivotal role as change agents, driving positive societal transformation and addressing "grand challenges." Designing for Digital Transformation in a Society of Smartness explores and expands the literature on digital transformation (DT), focusing on how IS research can conceptualize and tackle the design of IS artifacts in response to these complex challenges. The authors conceptualize DT as transformations of smart service systems (SSSs) due to the widespread use of smart technologies by individuals. The monograph further develops this literature toward a more sociological understanding of the practices within which individuals interact with smart technologies in their everyday lives. Based on these cornerstones, the authors provide specific suggestions for IS design of DT at a societal scale and contribute to research about DT, SSS, and IS design, respectively.
Adapting to AGI
Building AI-Ready Operations for Tomorrow Are you prepared to unlock the true potential of Artificial Intelligence to elevate your business operations? In a rapidly evolving world, success hinges on the ability to adapt-and AI is at the core of this shift.In Building AI-Ready Operations for Tomorrow, industry expert Mo. Kahlain offers a comprehensive guide to integrating AI into your business operations. Using proven frameworks like READY and TRACE, this book provides an accessible pathway for organizations of all sizes to integrate AI successfully, ensuring sustainable growth, innovation, and enhanced operational efficiency.Inside This Book You Will Discover: A clear understanding of AI fundamentals and its transformative impact on industries across different sectors.An overview of accessible frameworks for integrating AI solutions, tailored to fit various organizational needs and maturity levels.Field-tested best practices for managing AI-driven transformations, empowering teams, and cultivating a culture that embraces change.Practical, easy-to-follow insights that help align AI integration seamlessly with your organization's long-term strategic goals.Whether you're a business leader, strategist, or someone intrigued by AI's potential, this book will provide you with the tools and insights to make informed decisions, confidently lead change, and leverage the potential of AI in a rapidly evolving landscape. Don't get left behind in the next wave of technological transformation.Equip your organization for the future. Dive into Building AI-Ready Operations for Tomorrow and start your transformation today.
ICT Trading
The trading world has long been dominated by retail traders who follow conventional methods, but behind the curtain lies a different approach, one used by institutions to move markets. Mastering ICT Trading unravels these institutional techniques, particularly those taught by the Inner Circle Trader (ICT). The book provides a roadmap for traders to understand institutional methods, focusing on market structure, liquidity, order blocks, and timing, to gain an edge over the typical retail trader. By leveraging these insights, readers will learn to anticipate market movements with precision, effectively manage risk, and execute trades with the expertise of seasoned professionals.
What Happened in Mazar-i-Sharif
Written by Alex Sheikhzadeh, What Happened in Mazar-i-Sharif is an edifying travelogue which contains a broad range of remedies for one's success and psyche. Depicting parts of the author's professional life from 2006 to 2012, the current book is organically enriched by delectable morsels of Entrepreneurship, Management, Motivational Psychology, Business Administration, Marketing and the like to benefit those who subsist on ambition and depend on independence. What Happened in Mazar-i-Sharif is not at all an unextended endeavor, for indeed many things happened in Mazar-i-Sharif!
Just Enough Data Science and Machine Learning
An accessible introduction to applied data science and machine learning, with minimal math and code required to master the foundational and technical aspects of data science. In Just Enough Data Science and Machine Learning, authors Mark Levene and Martyn Harris present a comprehensive and accessible introduction to data science. It allows the readers to develop an intuition behind the methods adopted in both data science and machine learning, which is the algorithmic component of data science involving the discovery of patterns from input data. This book looks at data science from an applied perspective, where emphasis is placed on the algorithmic aspects of data science and on the fundamental statistical concepts necessary to understand the subject. The book begins by exploring the nature of data science and its origins in basic statistics. The authors then guide readers through the essential steps of data science, starting with exploratory data analysis using visualisation tools. They explain the process of forming hypotheses, building statistical models, and utilising algorithmic methods to discover patterns in the data. Finally, the authors discuss general issues and preliminary concepts that are needed to understand machine learning, which is central to the discipline of data science. The book is packed with practical examples and real-world data sets throughout to reinforce the concepts. All examples are supported by Python code external to the reading material to keep the book timeless. Notable features of this book: Clear explanations of fundamental statistical notions and concepts Coverage of various types of data and techniques for analysis In-depth exploration of popular machine learning tools and methods Insight into specific data science topics, such as social networks and sentiment analysis Practical examples and case studies for real-world application Recommended further reading for deeper exploration of specific topics.
Advances in Planning and Operation of Relief Supply Chain in Major Public Health Emergency
Knowledge Share: The (R)Evolution of Technology Transfer
The book is the outcome of a thoughtful reflection on Knowledge Share (KS), encompassing the distribution, connection and co-production of knowledge, through a circular, multi-sourced and multidirectional process. The book aims to generate in-depth knowledge and better awareness of the phenomenon, as well as new ideas and concrete actions to favour KS. It offers a comprehensive view of the factors influencing KS, including environmental, organizational, individual factors and their interrelations. The book is structured so to stimulate a reflection on theories and models of KS and to provide some evidence with a specific emphasis on the Italian context. This book talks to people interested in creating the conditions in which effective knowledge share (KS) can happen. It intends to reach out to different communities, raise awareness around KS and hopefully trigger a conversation that will result in a better understanding of KS dynamics now and in the future.
Digitalization in Procurement
The book vividly describes how digitalization affects and changes procurement in companies in various ways. Numerous contributions from academia and practice show design options and provide advice for practical implementation. In this context, procurement encompasses not only the classic areas of supplier search, negotiation, and nomination on one side but also supplier development in terms of quality and technology as well as supply management on the other side, with the goal of ensuring efficient production and production control. In this design area of procurement, 15 starting points for digitalization are located and outlined in content. The implementation of digitalization in procurement offers opportunities for both buyers and suppliers. In the 2nd edition, the chapters have been updated, and topics such as digital twins and collaborative digitalization approaches in supplier quality and supply management have been newly included.
Ridgemoor
Ridgemoor University's digital department is in trouble, and the Vice Chancellor is on the warpath.Like so many established organisations, Ridgemoor followed the formula when adopting Agile, but something got lost in translation. Now, Vanessa, the Chief Digital & IT Officer, must fix the situation fast. That would be just fine if she didn't already have a day job ... and even finer if she had the faintest idea where to begin!She'll need to pull out all the stops, learn new levels of listening, field some tough conversations, and uncover a few sparks of inspiration. With luck, perhaps she'll understand what's really going on, how it should change, and why the prize is worth the fight.
Information Security Management Principles
In today's technology-driven environment there is an ever-increasing demand for information delivery. A compromise has to be struck between security and availability. This book is a pragmatic guide to information assurance for both business professionals and technical experts. Written in an accessible manner, Information Security Management Principles provides practical guidance and actionable steps to better prepare your workplace and your home alike, and keep your information secure. This book is a primer for those new to the subject as well as a guide for more experienced practitioners. It explains the fundamentals of information security, how to shape good organisational security practice, and how to recover effectively should the worst happen. This fourth edition has been updated to reflect the latest threats and vulnerabilities in the IT security landscape, and updates to standards, good practice guides and legislation. It aligns to the updated BCS Certification in Information Security Management Principles, which this book supports as essential reading.
Costing methods and budget management
Costing, controlling and budgeting techniques are of vital importance in the governance of companies and organizations in general. The various management control tools help managers to make decisions, monitor actions, manage results and achieve objectives.This book is primarily concerned with the competitiveness, efficiency, effectiveness and performance of organizations. During its preparation, a significant didactic effort was made to help students grasp costing methods in their economic context and understand the tools of management control. To this end, the book systematically includes illustrations, exercises and corrected case studies.
Information Security
This book explains the most important technical terms and contents and assigns them to the corresponding areas. It also includes seemingly peripheral areas that play a role in information security. For instance, the topic complexes of functional Safety and Privacy are examined in terms of their similarities and differences. The book presents currently used attack patterns and how to protect against them. Protection must be implemented on both a technical level (e.g., through the use of cryptography) and on an organizational and personnel level (e.g., through appropriate management systems and awareness training). How can one determine how secure data is? How can relevant threats be identified that need protection? How do risk analyses proceed?
Entrepreneurial Cadence
Entrepreneurial Cadence: The Art of Startup Fundamentals focuses on the importance of establishing a rhythm in the development of a new business. It emphasizes how entrepreneurs must coordinate key aspects such as business idea, innovation, human resources, and operations to maintain progress and adapt to challenges. Just as music relies on cadence to create harmony, startups thrive through structured, consistent efforts in building core capabilities like market-fit testing, team management, and growth planning. The book offers practical insights on how founders can align their actions, maintain momentum, and drive sustainable growth while mastering the essentials of entrepreneurship.
Financial Inclusion and the Performance of Real Sector in Nigeria
This study examines the relationship between financial inclusion and the performance of Nigeria's real sector, encompassing agriculture, industry, and services, using 33 years of data (1990-2022) from the Central Bank of Nigeria. Financial inclusion, defined as access to essential financial services, is measured through indicators like broad money supply, credit to the private sector, lending rate, and the number of bank branches. Using the Fully Modified Ordinary Least Square (FMOLS) approach, the study finds that broad money supply and credit to the private sector significantly improve productivity across all sectors, while higher lending rates and more bank branches negatively affect performance, especially in agriculture and industry. The research highlights the crucial role of financial inclusion in enhancing the real sector's productivity and recommends policies to lower credit costs and promote financial deepening, particularly for small and medium enterprises, to drive Nigeria's economic growth.
Merceology
Merceology, as a science of multilateral research of goods, stands out for its impetuous development and affirmation, contributing alongside management and marketing to the increase of people's competence as producers, traders or consumers of goods.Its main purpose is not limited to the simple knowledge of the goods, but aims to support managerial efforts to anticipate and respond as best as possible to the wishes of consumers and, thereby, to make the company's approach to the market more efficient.The present work proposes a multilateral approach to goods, which, along with the fundamental notions and general properties of goods, also deepens more complex and current aspects related to: the object of study of merceology, general properties of goods, control and verification of goods quality, attestation, approval and guarantee of the products and services quality, as well as the preservation of goods quality.
Entertaining Entertainment Entanglements in Cameroon
Human life is spiced with so many phenomena. One of them is entertainment. It has a good number of components (music, sports, culture, tourism, film industry, etc). In Cameroon, it is experiencing a lot of problems in the following domains: State and private intervention in sports, music, tourism and the film industry; the welfare of musicians, sportsmen, sportswomen, tourism staff, actors, actresses, etc; the performance or output of musicians, sportsmen, sportswomen, tourist workers, actors, actresses, etc; public reaction in the music, sports, tourism and filmmaking realms.There is need for all the stakeholders in Cameroon's entertainment realm to seriously or meticulously address the problems mentioned in this book in the said domains so as to provide Cameroonians with a richer or better entertainment milieu.
Knowledge Management and AI in Society 5.0
Society 5.0 points toward a human-centred approach by the use of modern, advanced technologies and artificial intelligence. This book explores and offers an overview of knowledge management embraced in the current scenario of Society 5.0, shedding light on its importance in a society that is increasingly digital and interconnected. The book enhances current managerial and economic research by offering the "human" side of knowledge management (KM) intertwined with the use of artificial intelligences (AIs). Each chapter explores KM from different perspectives, including entrepreneurship, innovation, marketing, and strategy, in a theoretical and practical way. They include insights from both practitioners and scholars, enriched by practical tools that can be used during laboratories, workshops and tutorials. The book presents evidence on how to manage KM and develop new knowledge in different subjects, with the aim of overcoming conventional KM strategy and show how business and society are connected with "power of subjective human knowledge creation". Offering both new insights, research and practical guidance, this book will appeal to academics and students of knowledge management as well as digital transformation practitioners looking for ways to transition their organizations from knowledge economy to digital economy.
Business leaders’ assessment of the business climate
The aim of this book is to evaluate the influence of company director characteristics on the assessment of the business climate in Cameroon. It uses a multinomial regression model applied to a sample of 12,062 companies extracted from the database of the second General Census of Enterprises in Cameroon (RGE-2).At the end of the study, it emerges that: (i) managers with a high level of education (BAC +2 and more) have a higher probability of rating the business climate as good; (ii) managers who have been with the company for a short time (three to eight years) have a lower probability of rating the business climate as good; (iii) non-African foreign managers have a higher probability of rating the business climate as good.Finally, it emerges that 55% of managers' characteristics provide a good prediction of the business climate in Cameroon.
Make the Most of Your Studies
Master's Thesis from the year 2009 in the subject Business economics - Information Management, grade: A, Robert Gordon University Aberdeen, language: English, abstract: The overall aim of this study was to draw-up recommendations on how the collaborative virtual learning environment 'Moodle' could be integrated and embedded more effectively in the studies of postgraduate Oil & Gas related courses at The Robert Gordon University. A single intrinsic case study approach was chosen. Data was collected using usability testing and observation, interviews, questionnaires, Freedom of Information Requests and additional data sources such as relevant conferences and secondary research for literature review. Background information was provided by introducing the University's infrastructure, relevant student demographics related to the investigated module 'Business Essentials' and analysing the Moodle implementation. By focussing on students' and academics' information needs, an evaluation of current processes and setups within the University's network and Moodle was undertaken. Navigation and consistency as core usability issues were investigated and examples of a potential re-design provided. The e-learning aspect was evaluated by investigating interactivity in 'Business Essentials'. By adapting existing learning content, a demonstration of using Moodle feature in the investigated module was given. Additionally, challenges and opportunities outside the Moodle environment were identified. Within the analysis recommendations were made as appropriate in the relevant sections. Key findings of this study were that usability issues need to be addressed in order to provide meaningful information to individual user groups. Furthermore, existing Moodle features need to support interactive learning and address students' learning style. Additionally, staff training regarding Moodle features, e-learning facilitation and search skills needs to be addressed. Finally, it was found that t
Critical analysis of work in the age of artificial intelligence
At present, the unusual return that the operators of artificial intelligence are seeking is the silence of the law, so that they can continue to work without contributing, as any other worker does. Yet, were it not for the pressure of globalization, the law of a country cannot afford to be so silent in the face of a fact that is as uncomfortable as the closure of counters, offices, bank branches and public administrations.Legally, artificial intelligence seems to be floating nowhere. Neither in the civil code, nor in labor law, nor in the penal code. It escapes everything but allows multinational oligarchs to make superprofits. What's more, it's a technology dominated by money collectors, who have integrated companies, banks, state entities and even our private lives. Even if collecting influences the creation of laws, after a certain degree of wealth, money is no more than a collection of millions and billions, more than anything else.
Customer Relationship for Telecommunication Industry
Competitive business landscape, an organization's success hinges on its ability to retain customers through profitable relationships. This study evaluates the effectiveness of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in enhancing organizational performance at Airtel Malawi PLC. The primary objectives include exploring the CRM strategies employed by Airtel Malawi, identifying challenges that affect CRM effectiveness, and analyzing the relationship between CRM and key performance indicators such as customer satisfaction, profitability, innovation, and internal process improvement. Conducted in Malawi's southern region, the study targeted Airtel Malawi PLC customers. Utilizing a quantitative approach, data was collected from 195 respondents through purposive sampling and analyzed using SPSS, employing descriptive statistics, Chi-square tests, and logistic regression models. The findings aim to provide insights into how effective CRM strategies can positively influence organizational performance in the telecommunications sector.
Research Methodology in Islamic Finance, Banking, and Business
This book presents a comprehensive exploration of research methodology tailored to the fields of Islamic finance, banking, and business. Understanding these methodologies is vital for scholars, practitioners, and students interested in conducting meaningful research in this unique domain.This book equips readers with the necessary tools and insights to effectively navigate the evolving landscape of Islamic finance, banking, and business research. By understanding and applying the appropriate research methodologies, scholars and practitioners can contribute to advancing knowledge, enhancing practices, and shaping policies in the field of Islamic finance.
Financial Deepening, Institutional Factors and Industrial Performance
Financial deepening, the expansion of financial services to a broader range of the population and enterprises is viewed as essential for sustainable industrial development in SSA. The book analyzes how deeper financial markets, including improved access to credit create opportunities for businesses to expand, innovate, and drive productivity. Institutional factors, such as legal frameworks, governance quality, and regulatory standards, play a critical role in industrial performance. The book argues that countries with stronger institutional frameworks are better equipped to foster industrial growth, attract foreign direct investment (FDI), and stimulate economic diversification. The book emphasizes that without significant improvements in financial infrastructure and institutional quality, industrial performance in SSA will continue to face substantial challenges. It highlights the role of government, private sector, policymakers, and international organizations in catalyzing reforms, offered insights for a roadmap to harnessing financial deepening and institutional reform as levers for robust industrialization and sustained economic growth across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Investor Readiness
The book aimed to assess the factors influencing the investment readiness of women-owned micro, small, and medium enterprises (WMSMEs) in Malawi, with the goal of identifying barriers and proposing interventions to enhance their preparedness for investment. This study will contribute to structuring an enabling environment assisting women entrepreneurs and, hence, serving the national and international goals for reducing gender inequality and economic empowerment of women according to UN Women, 2020. The findings from the study indicate that access to formal financing, the evaluation of financial products and capacity-building programs, the impact of regulatory complexities, and strategies for the improvement of the entrepreneurial ecosystem can significantly enhance the investor's investment readiness. The results of the study also suggest that tailor made financial services for women are key, more enhanced literacy programs, women mentorship, networking opportunities, tax incentives, gender inclusive policies, and grants and subsidies, and recognition of successful women owned enterprises.
Industrial Biotechnology
Industrial biotechnology can produce a wide range of products (chemicals, materials, food and beverages, biofuels and biodrugs) from bio-based raw materials. It can reduce environmental impact by using biomass as an alternative to fossil resources for manufacturing bioproducts, biofuels and biopolymers.By developing fermentation techniques and using and designing new bioreactors, as well as genetic engineering techniques, we have been able to obtain products that have a huge economic impact on the industry, as they are less expensive and more environmentally friendly than their counterparts made with chemical synthesis.Industrial biotechnology boosts productivity while using fewer resources (water and traditional chemical products) and less power. It cuts emissions (including greenhouse gases) and reduces the use of fossil fuels. It also generates less waste and is an essential tool for treating and reusing waste.
The Ethics of Selling Culture
*The Ethics of Selling Culture: Responsible Marketing in Cultural Tourism* addresses the ethical dilemmas of commodifying cultural heritage in the global tourism industry. As cultural tourism grows, so does the risk of exploitation, cultural appropriation, and loss of authenticity. This book explores ethical principles for marketers to protect cultural integrity while promoting sustainable tourism. Through analysis of commodification, appropriation, and globalization, it offers practical marketing strategies that empower local communities and ensure responsible representation. It also examines technology, social media, and influencer marketing's roles in shaping cultural tourism. Featuring global case studies, the book provides actionable guidelines for professionals and a balance of theory with real-world examples, advocating for tourism that supports cultural sustainability. Essential for tourism marketers, policymakers, and researchers, it offers a roadmap for ethical decision-making.
Perception of Major Stakeholders Towards Organic Farming
The Green Revolution, initiated in the 1960s, significantly increased agricultural productivity in India through the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and hybrid crops. While it achieved food security, the negative impacts on soil health, environmental balance, and human health have prompted a re-evaluation of agricultural practices. As a response to these challenges, organic farming has emerged as a sustainable alternative, focusing on eco-friendly methods that enhance biodiversity, soil health, and agricultural resilience against climate variability. This book examines the current trends and developments in organic farming, highlighting its worldwide acceptance and the increasing area of land under organic cultivation. Notably, India ranks among the top ten countries in terms of both land area dedicated to organic farming and market share for organic products. The study explores the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and the International Federation for Organic Agricultural Movements (IFOAM) in promoting organic practices, alongside national policies supporting organic farming across various Indian states.
Health and Safety
Health and Safety: Risk Management is the clearest and most comprehensive book on risk management available today. This newly revised sixth edition takes into account new developments in legislation, standards and good practice.
Agritech Revolution
"Bioagribusiness Management" focuses on the integration of biotechnology with traditional agricultural practices to enhance productivity, sustainability, and profitability in the agribusiness sector. The book explores how bioagribusiness applies scientific advances such as genetic engineering, bio-fertilizers, and bio-pesticides to improve crop yields, develop disease-resistant varieties, and promote environmentally friendly farming.
