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This book shows how systematic strategic planning (SSP) can be used on real-world projects for professionals at any skill level. It illustrates how this systematic methodology and its analysis tools—using workshop and brainstorming approaches—can be easily understood and universally applied to any type of business. Rather than explaining the methodology and its tools, the author succinctly shows how to use the simplified version of his methodology for developing strategic plans. But, perhaps more importantly, the reader is shown how to identify which circumstances require the use of particular tools and also how to target them directly to achieve effective results. The SSP methodology and the use of a workshop approach, real-world strategic planning projects, and working forms are presented to guide the reader through preparing the strategic plan for existing or future business.The first part of the book provides an overall framework and briefly describes some of the sections of the systematic pattern of strategic planning. In addition, it explains the use of a workshop approach for strategic planning based on SSP principles. The second part details case studies of strategic planning projects from real-world organizations across a variety of industries. Most of the organizations used both the simplified version of the SSP methodology and the techniques, while others benefited strictly from customizing the SSP methodology.

This book presents a strategic decision-making process (i.e., scenario planning) to help managers build supply chain infrastructures that can adapt to uncertain shifts in the business environment. The authors detail the process for developing and applying scenarios for strategic planning in organizations playing three different roles in supply chains. Using three cases in which the process was applied in association with the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, this primer also explains how companies can monitor their business environments to decide when to take the necessary steps to adapt their supply chain strategies and assets. The lessons learned are applicable globally: in first-world free-market economies, emerging countries and poorer nations, as well as the states where the government plays a strong role in the economic activity. For companies looking to assess the numerous drivers shaping their supply chains and use that information to makeliving strategic plans, this book will teach you how to build adaptable and agile supply chains. It will explain how to approach long-term investments in your organization.

In a world characterized by increasing complexity and volatility, managers must be able to flexibly adapt their strategies to changing environmental conditions. Traditional strategic management frameworks often fail in this context. Therefore, we present'scenario-based strategic planning'as a framework for strategic management in an uncertain world. Previous approaches to scenario planning were complex and focused on the long term, but the approach developed by Roland Berger and the Center for Strategy and Scenario Planning at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management is different. By designing appropriate tools and integrating scenario planning into strategic planning, we have made our approach less complex and easier for firms to apply. We illustrate the approach with examples from different industries.

The book is based on practical experience gained during the planning and execution of e-governance projects in India coupled with extensive research based on six national/multi-state-level agriculture related projects. It assesses e-governance projects in terms of desired project outcomes and analyzes performance from the viewpoints of three key groups – planners, implementers and beneficiaries. It highlights six constructs: extent of planning, comprehensiveness of strategy formulation, effectiveness of strategy implementation, changing situation, stakeholder competence levels and flexibility of processes, which are applied to reveal shortfalls in the existing planning and implementation system for e-governance projects in India. It also identifies a set of significant strategic variables influencing performance based on three independent opinion surveys of stakeholders located across the country, and uses these variables as the basis of strategic gap analyses of some major ongoing agriculture related projects. Furthermore it presents lessons learned from cross-case quantitative and qualitative analyses in the form of a generalized strategic framework for improving performance. Offering an overview of major e-governance projects, it uses several illustrative examples to address the underlying issues and to support the study findings and recommendations. It also presents a novel approach of building strategic alliances across related departments to achieve effective e-governance. The book will be of interest to the practitioners in government as well corporates who are engaged in planning and implementation of e-governance projects spanning across various layers of government. In Indian context, the learning issues are likely to trigger appropriate corrective measures for generating better value from the several flagship projects envisaged under the Digital India Programme. Further, it will interest the academic audience workingon the strategic framework and constituting constructs. It will also benefit business students and application software architectures who aspire for a consulting career in the area of e-governance.

Previous research focused either on the relationship between strategic planning and performance or coordination mechanisms and performance. Therefore, a conceptually and empirically validated understanding of the interaction between these three factors is limited. This study addresses this gap in the literature by delivering three contributions to theory and empirical research: firstly, by clarifying and proposing the influences of strategic planning and strategic organization on the performance; secondly, by developing a model and associated hypotheses on both direct and interaction effects of strategic planning and coordination mechanisms; and thirdly, by testing the hypotheses. Findings regarding strategic planning suggest the coexistence of formal and informal strategic planning activities. Furthermore, results show that the relationship between strategic planning and performance is moderated by coordination mechanisms.

No school district becomes excellent without a strategic plan, but many remain mediocre with them. What makes the difference? This book has been written to describe what it means to engage in serious long-range or “strategic” planning and to provide solutions to the inadequacies and inconsistencies found in the way school districts approach this process. The book is intended to be as practical as possible, meaning that by understanding the design and following the suggested strategic planning team activities found in each chapter, you could facilitate this process in your district. All key components are described and multiple examples are used to help the reader understand the intent of each component and how the components fit together. In addition, questionnaires and surveys are included to simplify facilitation. The basic reference used to refine the Stakeholder-Driven Strategic Planning process is the Strategic Planning Category of the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence.

Strategic Planning for Local Government, second edition, outlines the strategic planning process in local government and helps local government leaders anticipate and shape the future of their communities. It covers practical ways of obtaining information, analyzing that information, and developing a vision for the community that can be translated into programs and line items in a budget. Videos highlight the role professional local government managers play in building communities we're proud to call home.

Family business planning has traditionally centered on two issues - estate planning and succession. These goals are far too limited for today's family firm. Business families want to turn the business into not only a tool for profit, but for self-expression, innovation and legacy. The authors introduce the new concept of the Parallel Planning Process, explaining how to integrate the needs and expectations of the family and business systems in order to create an organic and entrepreneurial unit. Planning and decision making templates are included as well as studies of well-known family businesses.

Most nonprofits approach strategic planning in ways that take too much time and effort, focus on the wrong issues, and set up the plan to be something that gathers dust on a shelf rather than being implemented. If you want a different approach, this is the book for you.This book shows nonprofit leaders and organizations how to conduct strategic planning processes that deliver both a great strategy and an organization that can drive strategic change and continually refresh its strategy. It introduces a new framework—Strategic FUEL—and shows leaders how to map their organization's strategic situation to a planning approach that addresses the most important opportunities and challenges, without wasting time and effort. It also shows the actions leaders can take during strategic planning to increase the odds of successful strategy implementation. The core content of this book was developed while working with nonprofit leaders on strategic planning, so it converts the best research and ideas to practice and step-by-step guidance.This book will be a valuable resource for nonprofit CEOs and their teams, foundations looking to support their nonprofit grantees, and students in nonprofit management courses and programs. While the book is focused on the nonprofit world, the lessons are also applicable to any leader trying to drive strategy effectively.

With the COVID-19 pandemic, many business leaders question the need for strategy and the value of strategic planning and management in today's environment. This book will demonstrate that our approach to strategy development and implementation needs to change to be able to help organizations change. The proposed new approach in this book can provide insights and perspectives to keep strategy relevant by'Putting Strategy in Action'through developing a'Making the Future Happen Today'way of thinking and living.Many strategy books focus on the perspective of large multinational corporations that have the capacity and capabilities to develop and implement a strategy using very structured methodologies and tools. This book will add a new dimension by focusing on the use of Strategy-as-Practice (SaP), intuition, and serendipity as important complements that can be used by large corporations as well as small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs to develop and implement winning strategies. This is an important dimension to support the strategic decision-making process that is frequently undermined in traditional strategic planning and management-focused books.The author theorizes that developing into a Strategy Savvy professional is about embracing two of the most important concepts in strategy development—Proactivity and Sustainability. This book addresses the opportunities and threats presented by VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity) and how we can capitalize on those opportunities to create unprecedented growth opportunities in Society 5.0 that is shaping new economies, such as the Digital Economy, the Experience Economy, the Sharing Economy, the GIG Economy, the Purpose Economy and the Circular Economy. The author also proposes a new approach to strategy development and implementation that mixes formal planning with practice and intuition that is helped by serendipity. He presents a strategy that is driven by four propellers—insights, culture, operations, and digitization—to ensure arrival at a better future.

Strategic planning is an essential task that helps companies adapt to changes in the environment and to develop proactively. Accordingly, the goal of strategic planning is to ensure companies'survival and long-term success. The strategy-planning process proposed in this book is based on the authors'many years of experience as consultants and board members. The book shows how to carry out sound analyses, how to define concrete strategic objectives, how to develop and assess strategic options and how to determine which implementation projects are necessary. Numerous practical examples serve to illustrate the proposed approach. For the third edition, the sections on corporate strategy and business strategy development have been redesigned and expanded. Throughout the book, many aspects have been clarified and simplified. The book provides practitioners the knowledge they need to develop their own strategies. In addition, it offers a valuable textbook on the complex task of strategic planning.

This book provides students with the fundamental concepts and stages of strategic management and planning in organizations with essential tools to make decisions in order to remain competitive in the business world of today. It offers an introduction to the key topics and themes of organizational and competitive strategies and provides a panoramic view of the changing corporate environment. The author draws on insights from various typical functional courses, such as marketing, finance, and accounting, to help students understand how top executives and managers make the strategic decisions that drive successful businesses. Students learn how to conduct a case analysis, measure organizational performance, and conduct external and internal analyses. The book features learning objectives, glossaries, and real cases related to the content of each chapter. The book also features discussions on the execution and evaluation of organizational performance; environment,social, and governance (ESG); and decision and risk analysis. This book is useful for upper undergraduate and graduate level courses in strategic planning and management, business administration, decision making, and business strategy.

How do companies achieve the transformation into an agile, innovative, digital business and work environment? This question concerns not only IT managers but also strategic players, the enterprise architects. They must bridge the gap between strategic planning and dealing with increasing speed and growing uncertainty. Holistic enterprise development in the digital future means developing digital ecosystems and complex IT landscapes. This book presents methods and concepts from the agile world, semiotics, and neuropsychology that can help enterprise architects in their practical everyday work. Starting from a positive view of humanity, it is possible to harness the potential of individuals and teams for digital transformation with fundamental knowledge. The book is primarily aimed at IT managers, enterprise architects, and managers involved in large-scale software development processes. Many practical examples illustrate the theoretically presented connections and provide broader access to enterprise architecture management.

Universities are being buffeted by multiple disruptive trends, including increased competition for both funding and students, as well as from new institutions that are nimbler and more responsive to the external environment. To survive this reality, university leaders must engage in effective strategic planning that cascades from the president or vice-chancellor's office to individual faculty and staff. Outcomes of an effective institutional strategy are the alignment of resource allocation with strategic goals, and the facilitation of clear and transparent decision-making for new program development, research capacity growth, and infrastructure investment. With increasing expectations for university leaders to engage in strategic planning, Strategic University Management: Future Proofing Your Institution provides a practical framework for managing the process and delivering results. This book illustrates that the inherent weaving of strategic planning and organizational culture through engaged consultation facilitates a culture of responsiveness, rather than complacency. Providing an in depth overview of the value strategy can create in universities, it provides a framework for initiating, implementing and assessing strategic planning in a university setting that will make it valuable to researchers, academics, university leaders, and students in the fields of strategic planning, organizational studies, leadership, and higher education management.

This book focuses on the implementation of Hoshin Kanri. It is a response to most books on strategic planning that tend to downplay the implementation and only describe the fully implemented planning process. The power of this book originates from a project in which a team of five professionals over a period of three years implemented Hoshin Kanri in 14 companies; results were drawn from 130 workshops with leadership teams. The project team subsequently ran several accelerators inside large and small companies as well as public institutions. All these experiences together form the implementation focus of the book.Moreover, the organization of the book mirrors the message of its scientific thinking, which is also the basic principle of Hoshin Kanri: Chapter 1 focuses on the basic analysis—Is Hoshin Kanri something for your organization? Chapter 2 addresses the ambition—What is the vision for strategy work in your organization? Chapter 3 presents the conditions needed for effective strategic work. Chapter 4 discusses the choice of implementation strategy and your role as the change agent. Chapter 5 describes how Hoshin Kanri works when implemented. Chapter 6 addresses coaching/mentoring and the Kata philosophy. Chapter 7 presents important analytical tools. Appendix 1 describes the journey made by a medium-sized construction company. Essentially, this book describes in a concrete and structured way how you—the change agent—can use Hoshin Kanri in your organization to tackle large and complex challenges.

This book examines how leaders can use strategic thinking to transform their followers, organizations, and industries in the wake of societal shocks like COVID-19 that require re-balancing both leadership and business models. It is organized around a new triumvirate of strategic thinking concepts for the better normal, explained in a 3S Model: Style, Situation, and Strategic Orientation. The environment (situation) creates or deters opportunities that are pursued by leaders with the propensity (style) and the potential (strategy) to develop them. In the face of ongoing crises such as COVID-19, natural disasters, political upheaval, and climate change, the author proposes that the field of strategic management needs to rethink and update traditional frameworks in order to offer business models more applicable in a rapidly changing environment. Addressing topics such as sustainability and diversity, this pivotal text fills a gap in strategic thinking and presents illustrative examples and case studies about organizations grappling with making decisions in a dynamically different “new normal.”

Roadmapping is a structured visual approach for supporting strategic technology and innovation management, providing strategic navigational support (hence the “roadmap” metaphor) for technologists, designers, entrepreneurs, programme managers, executives, policy makers, other stakeholders involved in the formulation and implementation of strategy. This book brings together the latest developments in roadmapping, covering a range of practical issues and conceptual aspects. First, the book delves into the critical topic of strategic alignment within organizations, encompassing the interdependencies and synchronization of horizontal and vertical systems, connecting innovation priorities to strategic objectives, and the integration of key performance indicators. Then, the book concentrates on practical techniques and tools for roadmapping, including a template-based approach for technology venture funding. Social and digital aspects of roadmapping are explored, including workshop methods, considering how quantitative (analysis) and qualitative (expert) knowledge can be combined for improved strategic planning. Finally, a series of new case studies focusing on energy systems in Sub-Saharan Africa and Turkey illustrate the practical application of technology roadmapping and also provide useful insights. Roadmapping continues to evolve, as it is adapted to apply to new domains and strategic challenges, propagates to new sectors, and as new digital technologies such as AI emerge that radically affect strategy and innovation processes. The need for structured and engaging approaches such as roadmapping for navigating towards the future is essential.

Managers are facing unprecedented complexity, volatility, and ambiguity, quickly adapting their decision-making, leadership, vision, and strategies. Megatrends and forces of change have profound implications for business models, processes, and organizational structures, calling into question current paradigms and designing future change. Additionally, unprecedented disruptions, unforecastable in their nature, have increased the need for resilience and strategic flexibility.The book aims at tackling the potential interrelations among environmental transformations, strategic decisions, and leadership to better understand the role of external and internal factors on the effectiveness of managers. The book defines “change”: its extent, nature, and characteristics. Then, it focuses on decision-making, the role of potential cognitive biases, and how the interaction with the perception of determined environmental events affects the way in which decision-makers decide to implement specific strategies. Finally, in the light of waves of strategic change, it reviews theories on leadership and transformation by looking at the role and traits of leaders.Since environmental transformations have the potential to “disrupt” not only strategies but also decision-making processes and leadership, the book provides a review on the issue and propose an integrative framework which can be useful for both scholars and managers, especially in the fields of decision-making and strategy.

This helpful resource contains tools and tricks to help companies excel in dynamic markets and provide groundbreaking products and services.The authors refer to this as “innovation” rather than “strategic planning,” but the truth is somewhere in-between: through a proven five-phase discovery process --for staging, aligning, exploring, creating, and mapping--strategic innovation will become a company-wide competency.In The Power of Strategy Innovation, you'll learn how to:apply innovative thinking to your company's business model to bridge the gap between strategy and product development;how to remain flexible, future-oriented, and responsive to market changes and your clients'changing needs;and how to create a perpetual flow of viable new business opportunities.Informative interviews with corporate leaders dispersed throughout the book provide further insight into different industries and the ways they have committed to taking a more innovative approach. Through these shared methodologies, The Power of Strategy Innovation will forever transform the way you do business--and help you rise to become a leader in your industry.

Plan to Pivot shares firsthand stories that demonstrate the urgency and uniqueness of current operating conditions, and a new way to design and lead organizations.In a total career pivot to higher education, in an executive role at one of the world's finest public universities, Gerry Starsia was surprised to find that in general, there was little interest in planning or systems or measuring operating performance. This reality drove him to focus his academic research and writing in the realms of planning and strategy, measurement, and performance. Gerry's hope is to combine the lessons learned in the corporate and academic worlds with first person case studies, so others can learn from his successes, missteps, wins and losses.The speed of information flow, globalization, massive amounts of data, artificial intelligence, economic forces, and changing demographics are all factors that need attention and consideration as organizations decide what to do, how to do it, and when to stop doing what they are doing and pivot towards opportunities and success. By applying the principles of agile project management to strategic planning, implementation, measurement, and strategy adjustment laid out in Plan to Pivot, organizations develop the muscle memory necessary to observe markets and consumer demands, connect deeply with customers, and bring products and services to consumers in order to deliver value more efficiently than competitors.

This book offers an autoethnographic examination of the author's last three years as a serving police officer and as Head of the Professional Standards Department, recorded in personal journals. It analyses the emotional and philosophical impact arising from day-to-day interactions with police officers and reflects on corruption and how it is perceived both inside and outside the service. This book posits a model of the kakistocratic police milieu as a theoretical framework for analysis of the police in contemporary neoliberal liquid modernity which could be used to explore other police phenomenological research data. This autoethnographic insider research provides a rare addition to the knowledge on police corruption. It speaks in particular to those doing professional policing degrees and police practitioners.

In an era of rapid technological change and growing uncertainties, this book equips managers and engineers with vital risk management tools. Addressing challenges such as pandemics, supply chain disruptions, and political tensions, it blends qualitative and quantitative approaches to modern risk management. The first half explores enterprise risk management, including business continuity, compliance, and crisis management. The second half focuses on quantitative methods, featuring a mathematical bootcamp on probability, statistics, and Monte Carlo simulations, with detailed case studies. Designed for beginners and intermediate professionals, it also benefits students seeking a comprehensive overview of risk management. The book draws on the author's extensive experience as a manager, trainer, and auditor, offering practical, tested solutions. While tailored to the needs of SMEs, the concepts are applicable to all organizations. This book stands out for its balanced treatment of both qualitative and quantitative aspects, providing numerous examples and complete solutions for practice.

This book explores the intricate interplay between humility, humor, and hope in the context of Christian leadership. Drawing upon biblical foundations and contemporary leadership theories, it provides a comprehensive understanding of how these three qualities synergize to enhance the effectiveness of Christian leaders. By examining their individual significance and exploring their combined impact, this volume advances the field of organizational leadership, particularly in addressing the challenges of leadership in a manner consistent with Christian principles. The authors illuminate the crucial roles of humility, hope, and humor in Christian leadership, making this a valuable resource for researchers interested in leadership within the context of faith. This contribution will aligns with existing literature on how Christians can leverage their faith for improved leadership capabilities.

Die Digitale Transformation führt zu tiefgreifenden Veränderungen in Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft, wobei Leadership eine zentrale Rolle spielt. Die Partizipation von Frauen an der Gestaltung der Digitalisierung, insbesondere auf Führungsebene, ist hierbei essenziell. In diesem Zusammenhang werden neben der Diskussion des Begriffs des Female Leadership auch Führungsstile von Frauen, ihre Karrierepfade, Persönlichkeitseigenschaften, Kompetenzen sowie die vielfältigen Einflussfaktoren analysiert. Denn weibliche Führungskräfte sehen sich sowohl hemmenden als auch förderlichen Einflussfaktoren gegenüber, weshalb Maßnahmen auf gesellschaftlich-struktureller, branchenspezifischer, organisationaler und individueller Ebene erforderlich sind, um den Frauenanteil in Führungspositionen zu erhöhen. Dieses Buch liefert dazu Handlungsempfehlungen.

In der regionalen Wirtschaftsentwicklung nehmen Clusterinitiativen eine große Bedeutung ein, gerade wenn es um die Steigerung von Innovationskraft bei kleineren und mittleren Unternehmen geht. Doch wie lassen sich Clusterinitiativen sinnvoll als Instrument in die Regionalentwicklung einbetten und wie kann gutes Clustermanagement als zentrale Schlüsselfunktion aussehen, damit die Netzwerke ihr volles Potenzial entfalten können? In den letzten Jahren gab es vermehrt gelungene Beispiele dafür, wie Clusterinitiativen Mehrwerte im Sinne ihrer Akteure generieren können. Dieses Buch stellt erfolgreiche Transformationen von Clusterinitiativen vor und gibt einen Überblick über die Chancen und Herausforderungen im täglichen Geschäft. Es bietet eine praxisorientierte Hilfestellung und viele Best-Practice-Beispiele speziell für Clustermanager, aber auch für Wirtschaftsförderungen, Kommunen, Verwaltung, Unternehmen, Wissenschaft, Verbände und Vereine.

The modern working world, characterized by a VUCA-world, digitalization, and demographic change, is transforming the way of working, offering benefits like increased flexibility but also bringing uncertainty, constant change, and new tasks. These developments pose new challenges to leaders and employees, reflected in rising sick days in Germany. Given the financial damage of presenteeism and absenteeism for individual companies and the German economy, organizations must find ways to maintain their employees'mental and physical health. Despite the growing importance of health in the corporate context, in Germany the potential of workplace health promotion is not yet fully exploited. This book highlights how modern behavioral economic incentive systems, using psychological insights on people's real decision-making behavior, can enhance corporate health promotion. Jennifer Potthoff designed the MIND-THE-GAP-toolbox for organizations to motivate their employees to eat healthier, improve physical activity, and reduce stress at work. Additionally, the book discusses how leaders can support employee health through a health-oriented leadership style characterized by self-care, mindfulness, staff-care, appreciation, empathy, trust, communication, fairness, and a balance between scope for action and task orientation.

Dieser Sammelband beschreibt die Grundlagen selbstorganisierten Arbeitens, v.a. Werte, Haltungen, Organisationsmodelle, Führungsansätze und Zusammenarbeitstechniken. Er zeigt konkrete Umsetzungswege auf, die von Einrichtungen der Sozialwirtschaft beschritten wurden. Dabei wird ein vielfältiges Spektrum gezeichnet: Von der Gestaltung eines energiestiftenden Auftakts des Organisationsentwicklungsprozesses, über konkrete Veränderungen in den Bereichen Kundenorientierung, Führung, Zusammenarbeit, arbeitsorganisatorische Maßnahmen hin zu wichtigen Detailthemen wie Wertschätzung und Feedback mündet der Band in einer kritischen Reflexion, wieviel Ausdauer der Weg in Richtung „mehr Selbstorganisation“ erfordert. Den Abschluss bildet ein Interview mit Führungskräften aus den Unternehmen der Sozialwirtschaft, die im Buch beispielhaft illustriert werden, und die von ihren persönlichen positiven wie auch herausfordernden Erfahrungen berichten. Die praktischen Beispiele zeigen, dass die Wege in Richtung Selbstorganisation vielfältig sind. Sie sollen Einrichtungen der Sozialwirtschaft anregen, ihre eigenen Wege zu gehen.

The book is intended to focus the engineer or technically minded individual on key aspects of their organization and how they can leverage their position to make a positive impact. The author explains why it is critical that the technically minded individual is aware of their corporate environment and how they and their organization fit within the organizational structure. Technical knowledge is just one component of success for engineers. The book provides readers with the tools to understand where they fit in with their organizations and what they can do to support corporate objectives. This book will address topics including gaining a big picture of an organization, defining what a specific organization does, understanding goals and objectives to align management strategies, budgeting, role in the supply chain, engineering career paths, and the importance of innovation.

Unternehmen stehen aktuell vor zahlreichen Herausforderungen, denn die Welt ist geprägt von Cloud-Technologien, der Generation Z, Wirtschaftsrezession und künstlicher Intelligenz. Der Fachkräftemangel verschärft die Situation zusätzlich. Dieses Buch zeigt innovative Strategien auf, die speziell die Herausforderungen ab dem Jahr 2024 thematisieren. Der Autor fokussiert sich dabei auf die Schlüsselbereiche Rentabilitätssteigerung, Arbeitswelt/Fachkräftemangel, moderne Führungsansätze, künstliche Intelligenz sowie Nachhaltigkeit und Umwelt. Erfahren Sie, wie die Maximierung der Rentabilität in einem wettbewerbsintensiven Marktumfeld erreicht werden kann, wie junge Talente ihr Potenzial ausschöpfen können und wie Unternehmen die Chancen von Diversity und künstlicher Intelligenz nutzen können. Weiterhin werden Ansätze zur Führung von Mitarbeitenden in Zeiten hoher persönlicher Unsicherheit gezeigt und erläutert, wie der Spagat zwischen nachhaltiger und umweltfreundlicher Unternehmensführung sowie Kosteneinsparungen bewältigt werden kann. Mit wissenschaftlichen Einblicken, konkreten Handlungsempfehlungen und praxisnahen Ansätzen dient dieses Buch Managerinnen und Managern als ein Leitfaden, um sich erfolgreich in einer dynamischen und anspruchsvollen Arbeitswelt zu behaupten.

This textbook provides an in-depth portfolio of case studies of globally operating and market leading medium-sized companies, mostly based in Germany. Students in the field of strategic management, family business management, information technology, and engineering may comprehensively explore the success factors of these hidden champions. Assignments and discussion sections help to dive deeper into the topics of innovation, internationalization, and leadership. Practitioners may gain valuable insights into growth trajectories and strategic decisions for achieving and sustaining market leadership. All case studies have been developed in direct cooperation with the companies and tested in teaching.

Advanced Strategic Management offers a distinctive evolutionary perspective, unveiling consistent processes that shape competitive dynamics. It goes beyond traditional boundaries, exploring evolutionary trends across industry life cycles, commodity cycles, and the business cycle. Seamlessly integrating analyses of environmental trends and the transformative impact of the digital revolution, the book underscores the crucial role of regulations and taxes in influencing firm-level performance.A key strength lies in its holistic coverage, encompassing core elements of competitive and corporate strategy while delving deeper into advanced models and tools for strategic evaluation, formulation, and implementation. This depth equips readers, including future business leaders, with a profound understanding of competitive dynamics.The book's unique approach integrates strategic management with adaptive leadership, offering readers a comprehensive and practical perspective rooted in extensive research and international case examples. This approach ensures global relevance.Instructors will find the book's wealth of examples, tables, figures, and references invaluable for class preparation. The abundance of statistical data facilitates students'comprehension of evolutionary forces and their impact on competition and performance. The structured pedagogy streamlines teaching, and the addition of PowerPoint slides further enhances its educational utility.In summary, Advanced Strategic Management is a comprehensive, globally aware, and practically oriented resource that bridges the gap between theory and application. Its innovative approach and rich content make it an indispensable tool for students, educators, and practitioners navigating the complexities of modern strategic management.

This book shows how managers at all levels of the company can master the challenges of sustainable corporate management with confidence. Concrete action plans are presented for this purpose. Climate change and the finite nature of natural resources are already taking their toll worldwide. A rethink towards ecological sustainability is not only urgently needed at a global level. The orientation of corporate strategies is also increasingly determined by the socio-political morals of customers and other stakeholders, where economic and socio-political interests must be in harmony with social and ecological challenges. Using the three-pillar model for sustainability (Triple Bottom Line) and further topics (such as supply chain law and ESG criteria), the author shows in a practical way how companies can successfully meet these major challenges in the long term. The key to success lies in a change in values towards ecological, social and economic sustainability that is defined and practiced at all levels of the company. Nicola Oudejans, Course Director Chief Digital Officer at the University for Continuing Education Krems/Danube University Krems

Das Herausgeberwerk präsentiert aktuelle Forschungsergebnisse und praktische Erkenntnisse aus dem Bereich von digitalen Plattformen und Ökosystemen im Business-to-Business-Kontext. Dabei liegt der Schwerpunkt auf empirischen und konzeptionellen Beiträgen. Neben Grundlagen, Enablern und Fallstudien werden ebenso mögliche Vorgehensweisen zur Entwicklung von Plattformen behandelt. Praktikerinnen und Praktiker aus den Bereichen Management, Strategische Planung und Business Development erhalten Impulse, um Digitale Plattformen und Ökosysteme erfolgreich voranzutreiben und so Potenziale innerhalb ihres Unternehmens zu realisieren. Forschende, Lehrende und Studierende aus den Bereichen Digitale Plattformen und Ökosysteme aus dem Business-to-Business-Kontext dienen die Beiträge als Anregung für intensive Diskussionen.

The central task of contemporary strategic management is to look for sources of value and to achieve above- average firm performance. The effective implementation of a value creation strategy requires a comprehensive approach, including the creation of a systemic management structure aimed at increasing company value.The concept of value- based management involves consciously inspiring, undertaking, and implementing value- oriented actions. Value creation takes place at all levels of management and in all organisational units of the company; therefore, the implementation of all management functions should be assigned to this goal. Thus, the role of managers is gaining importance, especially those who are capital- linked to companies, who set goals and verify them by means of informed decisions aimed at maximising value in the long term.The book presents a multidimensional analysis of shareholders'impact on company value creation. The authors chose the IT sector as the area of study; this sector, being one in which modern technologies are essential, acquires special significance for the global economy.The book features a review of notions and concepts related to the management of company value and methods of measuring it, the shareholder's impact on the creation of company value, and factors affecting long- term value creation; an analysis of the places of occurrence, power and direction of a shareholder's impact on building the long- term capacity of an IT sector company for creating the value thereof, as well as the conceptualisation and operationalisation of such impact; an analysis of the role of shareholders in IT sector companies, a profile of shareholder competence which makes the role of a shareholder unique to the company and fulfils the “value- creating owner” postulate; an analysis of the role of hired managers cooperating with the shareholders with an indication of the significance of mutual development and the supplementation of one's own skills.The book is dedicated to scientists in the field of strategic management, valuebased management, and leadership; shareholders; students of EMBA and MBA programmes; practitioners in strategic management; and current shareholders of modern technology companies (in particular from the IT sector) and future investors, for all of whom it may offer a valuable outlook on the management principles and practices in the sectors, particularly with respect to the long- term creation of company value.The Open Access version of this book, available at www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 International license.

Rezessionen sind eine regelmäßige Erscheinung in einer Marktwirtschaft. Sie belasten ein Unternehmen in zweifacher Weise. Einmal muss sich das Unternehmen an den Rückgang der mengenmäßigen Nachfrage anpassen. Diese Anpassung führt zu einem - möglicherweise sehr hohen – Restrukturierungsaufwand. Hinzu kommt regelmäßig ein Druck auf das Preisniveau. Die Anpassungen der Aufwandsstrukturen an den Mengenrückgang allein genügen nicht. Es müssen zusätzlich – während der Rezession – produktivitätssteigernde Maßnahmen ergriffen werden. Nur so kann dem Preisdruck während der Rezession begegnet werden. Und nur so werden die Grundlagen gelegt, dass der Wiederaufschwung nach der Rezession ein „voller Erfolg“ für die Unternehmung wird. Denn: Das Geheimnis erfolgreichen Rezessionsmanagements liegt darin, Chancen für den nachfolgenden Wiederaufschwung vorzubereiten.

This proceedings volume presents a cutting-edge exploration of Islamic marketing, delving into the details of Muslim consumer behavior and Halal business practices, while offering invaluable strategies for navigating the dynamic world of commerce in Islam-oriented regions. Featuring selected chapters from the 14th Global Islamic Marketing Conference, it provides a comprehensive overview of research and insights into Islamic business practices, focusing on innovative marketing strategies. Readers can expect to find detailed analyses and practical guidance on topics such as the impact of neurotransmitters on Islamic research, the influence of religiosity on Muslim consumers'adoption of cryptocurrency, and how perceived price, quality, and trust affect purchase intentions for Halal products. The volume also explores whether Halal hotels in Malaysia align with green practices, factors driving customer behavior in online banking, and the digitalization of Halal food supply chains through blockchain. Further chapters investigate customer loyalty in Islamic traditional markets, the factors influencing brand love in Moroccan football, and the impact of sustainability and corporate governance in Bangladeshi microfinance institutions. Discussions include the economic implications of incomes of married women in Islamic contexts and models for the key drivers of Islamic insurance. Readers will also find comparative studies on challenges in online sales contracts within Islamic and Jordanian legal frameworks, and insights into the role of e-trust in the success of virtual organizations through knowledge sharing. The volume addresses contemporary issues such as consumer empowerment and privacy, the challenges and opportunities for Islamic microfinance during COVID-19, and self-regulating social media behaviors among Muslim consumers. It also explores the integration of AI-driven chatbots in Halal marketing communication and the concept of faith-centric consumerism, offering a research agenda for Halal brand attitudes. This proceedings volume is an invaluable resource for academics and researchers seeking to deepen their understanding of these specialized topics and for business consultants looking for effective strategies to engage with markets in Islam-oriented regions. It provides both a theoretical framework and practical insights, making it a vital reference for anyone interested in the rapidly evolving fields of Islamic business, marketing, and economics.

Dieses Buch bietet einen Einstieg in die verschiedenen Formen, Ausprägungen und Folgen von Cybercrime und erläutert, wie Organisationen dieser Bedrohung begegnen können. Der Schutz vor Cybercrime in österreichischen Organisationen liegt in erster Linie in der Verantwortung der Unternehmensführung und der Mitarbeitenden. Professionelle Cyberprävention und Risikomanagement 2.0 werden zur Existenzfrage in jeder Organisation. Das Knowhow der IT wird im Cybercrime-Labyrinth damit (weiter) aufgewertet. Ziel von Organisationen muss sein, Awareness dafür zu schaffen und laufend zu aktualisieren sowie sich um Cyberresilienz zu bemühen. Hierfür bietet dieses essential eine grundlegende Hilfestellung.

In diesem Fachbuch rücken die Autorinnen Vertrauen als den entscheidenden Erfolgsfaktor für Unternehmen in den Mittelpunkt: Mit dem integrativen Vertrauensmodell RoT – Return on Trust wird das sonst als weicher Faktor betrachtete Vertrauen sichtbar, begreifbar, messbar und kann damit gestaltet und gefördert werden. Wenn Mitarbeitende ihr Können und ihre Kompetenzen zeigen können, fühlen sie sich dem Unternehmen verbunden; ein unschätzbarer Wettbewerbsvorteil in Zeiten von Fachkräftemangel. Die Kernaussage: Steigt das Vertrauen, steigt auch die Kompetenzentfaltung. Das Wissen um die Stellschrauben stärkt die Führungskompetenz und ermöglicht die Einbettung in Strategie- und Managementsysteme. Dabei wird persönliches und organisationales Vertrauen kombiniert – also integrativ – betrachtet. Die Stellgrößen für vertrauensfördernde Rahmenbedingungen werden in einen Balanced Scorecard-Ansatz übersetzt, was deren Messbarkeit sicherstellt. Der Einfluss von Vertrauen auf Kompetenzentfaltung von Mitarbeitenden wird zudem innerhalb eines Business Excellence Kontexts (BE) betrachtet, der den Zugang zu institutionalisiertem organisationalen Vertrauen möglich macht. Eingebettet in eine praxisorientierte Rahmengeschichte wird ein greifbares und wissenschaftlich fundiertes Konzept des organisationalen Vertrauens vorgestellt und gezeigt, wie dieses strategisch implementierbar und konkret verantwortungsbewusst im Unternehmen umsetzbar ist. Das Buch richtet sich an Angehörige des Managements, Führungskräfte sowie Coaches, Berater•innen, Trainer•innen, Lehrende und Studierende.

In this book, readers will discover how Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) unlock a company's full potential by providing a transformative framework that clarifies strategic tasks and fosters transparent communication throughout the organization. Aligning mission statements with goals and key metrics, OKRs drive exceptional performance. Built around two fundamental questions—Where does the company want to go? How does it get there?—OKRs infuse purpose and direction. Goals inspire and motivate, while key results provide measurable milestones for self-organized achievement. Harnessing the power of the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method, the book guides facilitators and teams through defining, implementing, and evaluating OKRs with creativity and collaboration. It emphasizes leveraging the collective knowledge and experience of the team to set achievable objectives and drive tangible results. Whether one is a facilitator or a team member, the book advocates for a hands-on approach to OKRs. With practical manuals and proven strategies, organizations can accelerate change and foster a culture of success. Welcome to a new era of structured, speedy, and enjoyable goal-setting.

Das Buch will Menschen in die Lage versetzen, ihre eigenen Gewohnheiten und Denkweisen kritisch zu reflektieren sowie Konsumierende, Unternehmer und Managerinnen dazu anregen, Positionen, Werte, Strategien, Produktionsmuster und Wertschöpfungsstrukturen sowie finanzielle Investitionen zu verändern. Neben theoretischen Bezügen werden viele Beispiele und praktische Gesichtspunkte dargelegt, die aufzeigen, dass Nachhaltigkeit geht – wenn wir wollen.Nachhaltigkeit ist durch Komplexität gekennzeichnet. Der Mensch ist allerdings aus einer evolutionären Perspektive nicht gewohnt, mit der heutigen allgegenwärtigen Komplexität umzugehen. Zugleich ist er in komplexe Wertschöpfungsstrukturen eingebettet und sollte sich täglich mit vielschichtigen nachhaltigkeitsbezogenen Zusammenhängen und Inhalten auseinandersetzen. Das überfordert zum einen viele Menschen – und Ambiguitäten, Widersprüche und Dilemma resultieren häufig darin, dass Nachhaltigkeitsherausforderungen und -probleme leicht ignoriert werden. Neue Formen des Umgangs mit Komplexität und Nachhaltigkeit erfordern ebenso neue institutionelle, organisatorische und technologische Lösungen. Darüber hinaus ist vor allem eine grundlegende Reflexion der menschlichen Denk- und Handlungsweise notwendig, um eine dauerhafte Gewährung der Ökosystemdienstleistungen zu ermöglichen. Das setzt auch am aktuellen Verständnis von Innovationen und Konsum an.

This book focuses on analytical and quantitative methods that align improvement opportunities with organizational goals and metrics. The book describes a framework that starts with developing a holistic view of an organization and then defining the organization's goals, objectives, decision criteria, and metrics to result in meaningful measures for process, project, and product investment decisions. The author describes how to utilize decision-making tools, analytical methods, and optimization techniques to enhance the objectivity and robustness of the readers'decisions. This framework supports the use of these tools and enables readers to make decisions that drive bottom-line performance. Aspects of this approach have been used in corporate, military, and government agencies to drive the efficient use of available resources.

This book is a Machine-Generated Literature Overview of personal EI development. The book is about the importance of developing emotional intelligence in workplace, especially in managing people in an organizational space. It talks about propelling productivity by inducing emotional intelligence. It discusses how stress can be managed with emotional intelligence. The impact of emotional intelligence in developing leadership skills. It explores the role the factor of emotional intelligence in HRM. It critically examines why is it very necessary for an employee to have this trait of EI and develop it eventually for a successful survival. It discusses the importance of EI in customer service and in day-to-day life.

This book takes the readers on a profound exploration of global business transformation through the lens of the RenDanHeYi (RDHY) business model. It discusses the complexities of implementing RDHY beyond China and navigating cultural, regulatory, and organizational intricacies. It helps uncover the pragmatic and outcome-oriented nature of RDHY, with a focus on aligning core values for sustainable success. Using a multidimensional analysis, the author reveals hidden layers of values, philosophies, and principles that underpin successful business models. For leaders and managers navigating the challenges of genuine transformation, this resource offers a comprehensive roadmap, transcending surface-level changes to foster authentic and enduring success in the dynamic landscape of global business innovation.

​Das Herausgeberwerk beinhaltet interdisziplinäre Beiträge zur Erforschung der Beziehung zwischen Individuum und Arbeitswelt und geht dabei insbesondere auf die Rolle von Individuen in der digitalen Arbeitswelt ein. Die Autorinnen und Autoren thematisieren in ihren Beiträgen die vielfachen Facetten neuer digitaler Arbeitswelten und setzen diese Aspekte in Beziehung zu der übergeordneten Frage, wie sich Beziehungen zwischen Individuum und Organisation völlig neu gestalten. Die Beiträge klären und diskutieren zunächst arbeitswissenschaftliche Grundlagen vor dem Hintergrund der Digitalisierung und thematisieren Fragen und Herausforderungen an den Begriff der Arbeit: Wie wandelt sich der Arbeitsbegriff durch die Digitalisierung und welche Erweiterungen und Neukonzeptionen des Arbeitsbegriffs werden erforderlich? Anschließend werden ausgewählte Herausforderungen und Chancen bei der Gestaltung von Arbeitswelten vorgestellt.

Dieses Buch vermittelt praxisrelevantes Wissen, wie Unternehmen und Organisationen langfristig Wettbewerbsvorteile durch ESG, SDG und CSR erreichen können. Es richtet sich an Mitarbeiter in den Bereichen Qualität, Entwicklung, Einkauf, Logistik, Marketing und Vertrieb, die in der Wertschöpfungskette direkt oder indirekt an der betrieblichen Leistungserstellung tätig sind. Lehrende und Studierende erhalten durch Praxisbeispiele und Definitionen ein gutes Verständnis für erfolgreiches Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement.

Führung und Liebe – wie passt das zusammen? In diesem Fachbuch werden die Geheimnisse glücklicher persönlicher Beziehungen in den beruflichen Kontext übertragen und als Anregungen für Menschen in Führungspositionen zugänglich gemacht. Der Alltag der Führungskräfte ist voll mit Aufgaben des Tagesgeschäfts und dabei findet oft die Beziehung zu ihren Mitarbeitenden – die Basis für eine erfolgreiche und produktive Zusammenarbeit – zu wenig Beachtung. Die Autorin arbeitet Parallelen zwischen Beziehungen im Privaten und im Arbeitsalltag zwischen Führungskräften und Mitarbeitenden heraus und stellt fest: Wenn Führung erfolgreich sein will, kann sie viel von der Liebe lernen. Dazu werden im Buch fünf zentrale Prinzipien erfolgreicher Beziehungen detailliert betrachtet und die Impulse helfen Führungskräften dabei, sich selbst und andere zu stärken sowie ein verlässliches und stabiles Beziehungs-Fundament zu ihren Mitarbeitenden aufzubauen. Zahlreiche Praxisbeispiele, Reflexionsfragen, Tipps und Experimente für den Führungsalltag unterstützen bei der konkreten Umsetzung. Fünf Geheimnisse erfolgreicher Beziehungen Nähe Verbindung Interesse Entwicklung Selbstliebe

This book offers students a philosophical introduction to the ethical foundations of business management. It combines lessons from Kant with virtue ethics and also touches upon additional approaches such as utilitarianism. At the core of the book lies the concept of the “nexus of imperfect managerial duty.” This consists of the creation and reinforcement of virtuous managerial teams, engagement of discourse among all stakeholders, and pursuit of business responsibilities including the creative efforts necessary for modern organizations. A variety of special problems in managerial ethics are also explored, such as the ethics of managerial paternalism, fairness in stakeholder negotiations, devolution of business into scandalous corruption, and the role of boycotts in society's shaping of managerial duties. Case illustrations of these applications are presented throughout the book including in chapter appendices. A series of brief-answer questions, essay questions, and discussion questions are presented at the end of each chapter. Links to relevant video presentations of lectures applicable for each chapter are also provided.

Over the last decade, Lean-Agile principles have become the standard methodology by which product and technology teams operate. However, Lean-Agile was written for small companies seeking new markets to buy their innovative software products, not for an average corporation with a catalogue of existing software products that must be maintained and rebuilt. The typical tech-enabled business isn't a lean startup; it's a chunky corporate. This book offers an alternative software development methodology perfectly suited for chunky corporate product management. You'll quickly find out how individual players in the corporate organization impact business performance. You'll follow the story of Blake, a well-meaning but ultimately naive, CEO of a fictional company called Acme Tech. As he and Acme struggle to maintain business performance, it becomes apparent how embedded and complex his challenges are. Lean-Agile principles are regularly misapplied in the corporate environment, causing tension, missed deadlines, and inefficient working practices. You'll see that managing software transformation at a large, mature business requires a new set of tools. Popular development methodologies are not well-suited for the replatforming exercises that chunky corporates inevitably face. This book helps product and technology leaders navigate software development projects at organizations grappling with the constraints of investor ownership. Chunky corporates have a lot going for them: The Lean-Agile Dilemma reveals that, when managed well, they have the potential to be safe havens in a relentlessly unstable world. You will: Understand how replatforming differs from new product development Learn how to manage existing data when updating or building new software Gain tools to prioritize items in your overstuffed product roadmap Who This Book is For Product managers, product owners, product leadership, tech leadership, and business leaders at mature tech-enabled businesses.

​Den Weg zu innovativen Arbeitswelten prägt der Mut, aktuelle Denkmuster zu durchbrechen! In diesem architektur- und wirtschaftspsychologischen Buch tauchen Sie tief in neue Arbeitswelten und die daraus entstehenden Anforderungen an die Führung ein. Es werden die komplexen Herausforderungen der Führung in New Work-Umgebungen ebenso beleuchtet, wie die verborgenen Potenziale. Die Chancen und Risiken unserer physischen, psychischen und digitalen Arbeitswelt in Bezug auf unser Erleben und Verhalten sind in diesem Buch ebenfalls ein wichtiger Bestandteil. Es zeigt auf, wie Menschen neue Arbeitswelten für sich entdecken und wertschöpfend für Ihre Tätigkeiten und Bedürfnisse nutzen können. Anschaulich stellt die Autorin dar,, wie eine transformationale, emotional intelligente Führung die ständigen Veränderungen und neuen Anforderungen erfolgreich meistern und Gesundheit fördern kann. Zudem wirft das Buch einen kritischen Blick auf die aktuellen Strategien zum Workplace Changeund die Ansprüche, die an Führungskräfte gestellt werden. Die zentrale Frage ist unvermeidlich: Was bedeutet „den Menschen in den Mittelpunkt stellen“, und welche Konsequenzen hat es, wenn wir es nicht tun.Zielgruppen: Dieses Buch wendet sich an Führungskräfte, die die Chancen und Potenziale der Führung in modernen Arbeitswelten für sich nutzen wollen. Doch auch für Mitarbeiter und Interessierte bietet es faszinierende Einblicke in die Themen New Work und Leadership. Denn letztendlich erfordert die neue Arbeitswelt das Verständnis und Engagement von jedem Einzelnen von uns.

This book examines conceptualizing capability (kōsō-ryoku), the most important ability for thriving in the era of innovation. A new approach,'formative conceptualizing capability,'is proposed as the core knowledge methodology for innovation and management, which is is a fundamental human ability that goes beyond the boundaries between cognitive and tangible realities to shape concepts and drive innovation. Traditional studies on imagination in Western philosophy are combined with knowledge creation theory based on Eastern way of thinking. The book argues the capability should be at the core of innovation management, offering insights and principles for navigating the challenges of the present age. Japan has experienced the world's earliest capitalist setback and is stuck in a prolonged stagnation. The author maintains, however, that what is needed in this coming chaotic era is not only “imagination”, as it would be called in English, but also the power of creating kōsō, the Japanese term for “formative concept”. The author has a proven track record in research and practice on knowledge creation theory, innovation management, design thinking, and scenario planning. He has reorganized and set forth in this book the perspectives he has proposed under the theme of kōsō-ryoku to present a new methodology of knowledge for living in the twenty-first century.