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Since Masaki Imai connected the term KAIZEN with the world management arena in 1986, this approach has been used as a strategy for company development that is propelled by the participation and motivation of its employees. Centering the human being as the guiding axis of change and innovation, KAIZEN-21 establishes a practical and theoretical guide for organizations to easily implement this ancestral philosophy within their operational processes in the midst of the chaotic and complicated global environment of the 21st century. Presenting an updated model of guiding principles, techniques, and tools, Manuel F. Suárez Barraza demonstrates how KAIZEN can be successfully applied in the context of pandemics, supply chain crises, and regional war. Beginning with the definition and origins of KAIZEN, chapters explore 5'S, standardization (Hiojunka), SDCA and PDCA cycles, as well as process innovation and kodawari-KAIZEN, or hitosukuri (management of people), closing with techniques for improving daily work, such as the the Kata of Improvement, and the author's links with the Toyota Production System (TPS) and the Mayan work model (K'AAT-KAIZEN). If you are ready to energize your business team and revolutionize workplace practices, then KAIZEN-21 is your essential resource for prioritizing internal change and development despite all adversity.

This book presents an in-depth study of how the drive to optimize organizational performance can be significantly improved by investigating the causal relationships between profitability, productivity, and sustainability (PPS). This is presented through an assessment of a triple combined therapy that studies the interplay between Organizational DNA, Strategic Alignments for Value, and their implications for Sustainability. Through this approach, this volume seeks to answer critical mind-searching questions and provide useful guides as to how some firms are able to sustainably create higher value or wealth, especially through corporate entrepreneurship, or via the creation of new business models than others. In tackling the three elements of profitability, productivity, and sustainability, this book also provides greater insight through an in-depth study of the pervasively unresolved and disturbing issues surrounding the prospects of increasing the chances of success for entrepreneurial start-off ventures, making it of value to researchers, academics, and students in the fields of organizational studies, strategy, and sustainability.

This edited volume presents an interdisciplinary collection of texts that examine the practice of gamification, the use of game design elements in non-game contexts, specifically as an organization and management research problem. As we travel deeper into the twenty-first century, it is becoming increasingly clear the late modernity is re defining its take on games and play. Following what has been termed a general ludification or playification of society, corporations are beginning to see games and play as resources rather than as a wasteful practice. We are witnessing the emergence of the practice of gamificiation with the intention of mobilizing play's motivational power for capitalist production. This book outlines both the essential'how tos'and also critically explores their links to diverse strands of organization theory such as institutionalism, business ethics, critical theory and organizational behavior. Gamification research has been mostly conducted within disciplines such as information studies, game studies and information systems science. This is a paradoxical state of affairs; whilst gamification aims at being a transformative intervention in work processes and practices and is being deployed as such by practitioners. This book will be of value to researchers, academics and students interested in management and organization studies.

Mental health issues, stress and chronic illness are the biggest causes of absence from work and loss of productivity in most Western economies. Research and public awareness of this epidemic of physical and mental ill-health among working age people is growing, but our understanding of its impact on company performance and productivity and possible solutions for the future is less advanced. The Healthy Workforce: Enhancing Wellbeing and Productivity in the Workers of the Future examines current challenges and future solutions to understand issues around how we can improve the health of today's and tomorrow's workforce. This book will look at why workforce health is such an important challenge for businesses, governments and for employees today and how this will increase in the future with an ageing workforce. Closely linked to the authors'exploration of health issues in the work context is a focus on the impact of worker health on direct and indirect productivity costs. This book offers practical guidance for professionals on getting started in the delivery of an effective and evidence-based workplace health plan which can enhance and sustain productivity growth in business now and for the future.

The growth of manufacturing industries can be a key factor in helping to mitigate global recession. Productivity Growth in the Manufacturing Sector highlights key issues and possible remedies facing the manufacturing sector in range of international contexts. Focusing on specific manufacturing sectors in emerging and developing economies, chapters examine themes including developing economies amidst changing world trade dynamics, and the role of smart, circular and competitive manufacturing practices in enhancing economic resilience, as well as presenting sector specific analysis, including the metal manufacturing industry, food & beverage industry, and the small-scale manufacturing sector. Showcasing different demonstrative methods that can be adopted to grow manufacturing sectors in different contexts, Productivity Growth in the Manufacturing Sector is an important tool for economists and policy makers to understand the complexity and realities of these economies, using recent data and methodology.

This study, first published in 1997, examines the relationship between the style of management used and the level of productivity, measured in terms of the organization's financial stability. Other variables examined include the age of the top level managers, their educational level, the size and age of the organization, and the organization's physical parameters. By determining whether or not productivity is affected by the use of a participative style of management, the author is laying the groundwork for making companies more competitive.

For more than half a century the developed world has been chasing productivity. It's financed our wealth but that part of output on which our continued prosperity depends - productivity growth - is petering out. The traditional scapegoat has been the dearth of worker skills. But the worker skills base has never been higher! The other explanation is that it is managers who are not giving full value to their employers. The way they're making decisions is conferring virtually no upside potential, which means they're leaving us wide open for experience-poor competitors to step into our experience-rich shoes. Exactly as Japan did in the 1960s and the so-called BRICK countries - Brazil, Russia, India, China (especially China) and Korea - are threatening now. If creeping uncompetitiveness is not to overtake us, from where are the next round of productivity gains to come from? Identifying some gaping holes in the way managers are taught to manage, this book outlines both the size of the problem and a solution. Businesses and other organizations, the author says, have to substantially raise the quality of their decision-making. For this to happen, they need to be much better experiential learners. And for experiential learning to take place, companies and other institutions have to better manage their corporate DNA, the institution-specific experiences otherwise known as Organizational Memory. OM, which characterizes any organization's ability to perform, is the single biggest influence on decision-making excellence. It is a factor of production that has already been paid for at great expense, yet is readily discarded in the backwash of the biggest change in workplace practice for more than a century - the actively-encouraged flexible labour market. Corporate DNA explains why this key component of intellectual capital should be better managed, can be better managed and, particularly, how it can be used to help organizations reduce the pandemic of repeated mistakes, rei

Der vorliegende Best Practice Ratgeber ist eine Bündelung von erprobtem betriebswirtschaftlichen Praxiswissen mit dem primären Themenschwerpunkt des optimierten smarten und hochagilen kaufmännischen Arbeitens. Zusätzlich beschäftigen sich beide Autoren mit der Themenbetrachtung des optimierten smarten Arbeitens in Verbindung mit dem nebenberuflichen privaten Leben, was dafür sorgen soll, dass ein agiler Mitarbeiter bzw. eine Nachwuchsführungskraft zwar leistungsgewillt und umsetzungsstark in seinen Tätigkeiten ist, aber dennoch für ein langfristiges Ausgleichsverhältnis zwischen Ernährung, Sport, Bewegung und dem zusätzlichen Fokus auf den eigentlichen Job sorgen kann bzw. wird. Dies hilft dabei, ein langfristiges Ziel erfolgreich und gesund erreichen zu können, denn niemand strebt es an, bereits mit 40 oder 50 Jahren völlig ausgebrannt im „Burnout“ zu enden. Der Ratgeber spricht sowohl Arbeitgeber als auch Arbeitnehmer an, denn die betriebswirtschaftlichen Themeninhalte stoßen allgemein auf breites Interesse. Das Fachbuch bietet dabei eine Mischung aus praxisnahen persönlichen und fachlichen Tipps, welche sowohl dem einzelnen Mitarbeiter als auch der ganzen Firma selbst hochagile extrinsische Impulse liefert. In dem Buch finden sich auch nützliche Tipps zur praktischen Eigenpotentialnutzung für Unternehmen und versierte Fachkräfte. Jeder kann in diesem breiten Themenspektrum fündig werden, weil es neben allgemeinen Leitfäden und Agenden zu Prozessoptimierungen auch Themen zu nachhaltiger Mitarbeitermotivation und strategischer Verhandlungsführung beinhaltet.

The organizations across the geographical boundaries have been confronting with economically challenging and chaotic business environment. The organizational leaders are burning the midnight oil to enhance the ability of the firm to provide quality products or services to their customers at a competitive price in the marketplace - local, regional and global. The policy makers as well practitioners across the industry sectors fully believe in the management of performance and productivity as two key drivers which if leveraged properly will enhance overall organizational ability to be competitive in the global world economy. However, the management of performance and productivity in an organizational context is not an easy task as they depend upon motivated human resources who are managed through system driven HR processes wherein the organization believes in “mind-share” than “market-share”. Such a kind of HR policies and systems create an organizational climate wherein caring about employees'concerns, fostering employee engagement, involvement and retention at workplace become a normal but extremely powerful rituals played by persons in the leadership roles. Furthermore, it is also a well-established fact that the management of performance and productivity not only helps increase organizational competitiveness but also add to the economic growth of the country. It is under this backdrop that this special issue was conceptualized for the academicians, the practicing managers, the consultants and the researchers to contribute empirical as well as conceptual research papers aimed at solving pressing needs of managing performance and productivity at workplace to increase organizational competitiveness.

This comprehensive book describes how proactive behavior, driven by a proactive personality, contributes to individual and organizational productivity. A consolidation of available research on the nature of proactivity in the workplace, this book explores methods of helping workers themselves become more effective, and managers understand effective ways of fostering this kind of thinking and behavior.Proactive behavior can achieve important outcomes, including improved job performance and satisfaction, career success and organizational prosperity. Andrew J. DuBrin outlines a number of useful strategies in areas such as opportunity creation, innovation, entrepreneurship and problem solving. Each chapter includes examples from firms and other organizations, as well as a self-quiz or checklist linked to the subject material.This book is an essential guide for academics in the fields of organizational behavior, industrial and organizational psychology, and human resource management. Presented in a user-friendly, accessible style, Proactive Personality and Behavior for Individual and Organizational Productivity will also be of interest to researchers, managers, and corporate professionals looking for ways to foster proactivity among workers, in order to enhance performance and productivity.Contents: Preface 1. The Nature of the Proactive Personality 2. Traits and Behaviors Associated with the Proactive Personality 3. Initiative as Part of the Proactive Personality 4. The Proactive Personality, Job Performance, and Satisfaction 5. The Proactive Personality and Career Success 6. Opportunity Recognition, Innovation, and Proactivity 7. The Entrepreneurial Personality, Behavior, and Proactivity 8. Business Strategy and Proactivity 9. Problem Prevention and Proactivity 10. Talent Management and Proactivity 11. Leadership Influences on Proactivity Index

The main outcome of this publication is a model describing the influence of the product quality (including customer satisfaction) on the company performance (including the relationship of product quality of a company and its competitors). Particular model variables (factors) were analyzed to determine statistical significance of their mutual relationship. Simultaneously, the research concerns the interaction of quality management system, company performance, cost management, and quality certificates. In line with this theoretical approach, the model has been extended into the field of quality management system. Moreover, the model became dynamic. From a statistical point of view, mutual interaction of sub- variables (factors) in the model but not the model as a whole was confirmed.

The aim of the publication is to identify the level of quality in industrial enterprises, including the level and method of management quality and determining the factors of quality and quality management factors that impact on business performance. One of the outputs of the publication is a framework concept which in general is characterized by factors that with a direct impact on the quality (product) establishment and management but also on its performance. The publication is based on the research that was carried out in industrial enterprises (in selected areas) in the Czech Republic. Performed research was a part of a specific research at the Department of Corporate economy, Masaryk University.

Anhand einer Marktstudie bewertet Herr Heinrich Barta die Auswirkungen auf den Output Management-Markt, die sich im Rahmen eines Übergangs von Papierdokumenten auf elektronische Dokumente ergeben. Dabei stellt er sich die Aufgabe eine Prognose zu stellen, welche Konsequenzen dies für zukünftige Arbeitsabläufe und Kostenverteilungen haben könnte und ob dies zu Bedrohungen für die entsprechenden Marktteilnehmer führt. In einem ersten theoretischen Teil der Untersuchung werden die Ausrichtung und die Bedingungen der Untersuchung festgelegt und anschließend die Methoden festgelegt. Im praktischen Teil der Untersuchung werden zuerst die Daten gesammelt, dann analysiert und schließlich bewertet. Die am Anfang der Arbeit erarbeiteten Fragestellungen können mit den in der Umfrage gewonnenen Informationen beantwortet werden; Chancen und Risiken dieser Entwicklung werden aufgezeigt. Neben der Präsentation der Forschungsergebnisse wird die o.a. Entwicklung beurteilt. Eine konkrete Schlussfolgerung für den Output Management-Markt wird präsentiert.

ＨＡＣＫＳシリーズ第一弾の「ＩＤＥＡ　ＨＡＣＫＳ！　」をクラウド時代に合わせてパワーアップ！　平凡な人間が画期的なアイデアを生み出すノウハウを紹介します。全て新規書き下ろしです。

仕事をスピードアップさせる７０のテクニックを大公開！クリアファイル、付箋、手帳、メール等、成果倍増の「倍速アイテム」の使い方もわかる！多忙なビジネスマン必読の仕事術。

Building Community in Buildings takes us on a fascinating journey through workplaces large and small, old and new, traditional and contemporary, to explore the dynamic relationships between people and the structures in which they work. Noting that a child born today will spend 90 percent of his or her life inside, Jana Kemp and Ken Baker integrate insights from management and building design to reveal new understandings about workplace productivity and performance. Showcasing dozens of examples—from office buildings to libraries to hospitals—the authors highlight innovative practies that utilize space to promote creativity and collaboration, improve morale and motivation, and ensure employee health and safety. Featuring over a dozen photographs, practical recommendations, and the tools to conduct a workplace design survey in your own organization, Building Community in Buildings ultimately demonstrates that by investing in spaces that support people needs, companies will strengthen bottom-line results.Building Community in Buildings takes us on a fascinating journey through workplaces large and small, old and new, traditional and contemporary, to explore the dynamic relationships between people and the structures in which they work. Consider that in the 1950s, average North Americans spent approximately 50 percent of their time in buildings, compared to a child born today, who will spend 90 percent of his or her life inside. Clearly and increasingly, our social and cultural relationships are deeply influenced by the physical spaces in which they are created.Jana Kemp and Ken Baker integrate insights from management and building design to reveal new understandings about workplace productivity and performance. Showcasing dozens of examples—from the redesign of the Hood River Library in Oregon (with input from front-line employees) to the creation of open, naturally-lit spaces in Lockheed Building 157 (increasing employee productivity by 15%), the authors highlight innovative practices that utilize space to promote creativity and collaboration, improve morale and motivation, and ensure employee health and safety. They also explore the pros and cons of virtual workplaces, in which people are connected electronically but not physically, and trace the impact and influences of such trends as the green building movement. Featuring over a dozen photographs, practical recommendations, and the tools to conduct a workplace design survey in your own organization, Building Community in Buildings ultimately demonstrates that by investing in spaces that support people needs, companies will strengthen bottom-line results.

This book includes real-life examples from over 70 respected organizations, small and large, representing a multitude of industries using stories to drive results. Leaders from organizations such as Microsoft, Lands'End, Verizon, U.S. Air Force, and World Vision demonstrate the strong positive influence stories can have. No abstract theories or platitudes are conveyed here. The book spells out how Kevin Roberts, CEO worldwide of Saatchi & Saatchi, achieved sustained sales growth after several mergers and downsizings caused the organization to fall on hard times. It also shows how Erik Shaw, president and CEO of FivePoint Federal Credit Union, overcame resistance to an organizational name change, resulting in membership growth exceeding the national average.

Get everyone in organizations and alliances on the same page with a teambuilding method that improves communications and bottom-line performance.The Partnering Solution shows employees and managers at every level how to work together, with a clear method, cutting-edge strategies, and practical tools. It is the first book to show readers how to achieve lasting results in a broad range of applications. Its methods will work equally well for large corporations and professional firms, universities and small groups, outsourcing and strategic alliances, government and voluntary associations.“A profound and practical meditation on making project teams work and getting projects done.” —David Hanitchak, Director of Planning and Construction, Massachusetts General Hospital“Provides fresh insights, smart strategies, and pragmatic tools... a must-read for project leaders, project stakeholders, and service providers to improve their ability to deliver world-class projects effectively.” —Dominic Bisignano, Manager, Facilities Development, EMC2 Corporation“The authors provide practical guidelines that architects, contractors, engineers, and other professionals will find of enormous value as they seek to build a business and build profitable relationships.” —Richard Fitzgerald, Director, Boston Society of Architects

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Monday Morning Leadership is a story that can help your career! Everyone likes a good story, especially if there are lessons that can be immmediately applied to life. This book is one of those stories - about a manager and his mentor. It offers unique encouragement and direction that will help you become a better manager, employee, and person.

Today's workplace demands skills for a knowledgeable, productive use of information. Success, both personal and organizational, comes from finding what is essential and optimizing its effectiveness. Goad teaches readers how to swim in a potentially overwhelming sea of data. Information literacy—the ability to recognize the need for information, to locate, access, select, and apply it—was once an academic matter. Nowadays, this critical array of skills concerns anyone working in a knowledge-based environment.This easy-to-read, lucid guide attends to basic skills, thinking and decision-making, creativity enhancement, innovation and risk taking, computer literacy, subject matter literacy, learning how to learn, and securement of on-the-job help. As a special bonus, Goad discusses an unusual but highly relevant topic: how do we place work into the framework of our lives, and how can information literacy help? Both public and private sectors will find this an important resource for people at all organizational levels, making it a must have for anyone whose world is built on information.