Strategy & Competition

With its emphasis on the managerial aspects of information systems, this book identifies the role of a manager in the process of planning, designing and developing IT infrastructure. It highlights the latest in business information systems and guides the reader on the various issues, their implica... More

This book offers a comprehensive and balanced presentation of strategic management and organizational behavior concepts. It is all about bringing together the micro skills of people management with the macro skills of running a business. The unique but interdependent specialties of the three co-aut... More

This book, structured around the strategic management process model, focuses on conceptual understanding of process and articulation of strategies. Uptodate and well researched, it includes many case studies, numerous exhibits and boxed highlights and review questions.Paperback,New Book... More

An expert on the use of words in business demonstrates the effect of word power through his own experiences and those of leading brands such as Guinness, Ben & Jerry's, and Starbucks.The one thing that all brands desire is customer affection. They want to be loved. And when they are not loved, what ... More

To get any new business idea off the ground you must have a plan--and if you need to raise funds to finance the business or get the approval of senior management, it must be a convincing plan. This guide covers every aspect of preparing a business plan including how to analyze the market, how to mod... More

We know the value of planning - in theory. But either we fail to spend the time required to go through the thinking process properly and produce a half-baked plan or we fail to use the plan effectively. Norton Paley’s new book will help you change all this. Contents: The Strategic Business Plan - ... More

In times of rapid, pervasive change organization need to redefine what they are about constantly and challenge the ways they do business in order to proper. It is no longer possible either for a company to retain the kind of vital, creative people it needs unless it manages to keep its values in lin... More

Wharton on Dynamic Competitive Strategy is an excellently crafted tour de force which integrates many diverse frameworks and principles for understanding dynamic competitive strategy formation. It is exceptionally readable, providing a rich array of key ideas beautifully augmented by examples which ... More

What's the number one item on every company's agenda? Profitable Growth. Every Business Is a Growth Business is your one-stop guide to making profitable growth happen. It's a radical and refreshing source of ideas, inspiration, and common sense, all based on the unparalleled experience and access of... More

The dynamics of the red-hot "free agent" workplace are clarified in this book that also teaches new skills and employment strategies independent professionals must master to succeed.A New Brand of Expertise uniquely clarifies the dynamics of the red-hot "free agent" workplace and teaches the new ski... More

Find out what makes the truly exceptional companies different from other companies. ""Built to Last" . . . is one of the most eye-opening business studies since "In Search of Excellence."--"USA Today."Drawing upon a six-year research project at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business, Ja... More

The purpose of this book is to summarize and integrate the latest research in strategic management of related disciplines in a way that is accessible to students and practitioners and in a way that facilitates its application. Designated Harvard cases are recommended with this book.... More

A new paradigm of value creationConsumers have greater product variety today than ever, yet they are less satisfied. Top management has more strategic options, yet they deliver less value. What do these paradoxes suggest about the future of competition? C.K. Prahalad, co-author of the landmark bests... More

This book is more than just a "palliative care" guide for the planet-it is about innovation, solutions, competitiveness and profitability. At work, at home and as members of society, our generation has an obligation-and an exciting opportunity-to be part of the solution in restoring the balance. The... More

The first comprehensive account of the explosion of mobile services (rich voice, internet, messaging, content). From multimedia messaging and camera phones to location-based services and mobile phone television, it tells the fascinating story of these products and services in the pioneering markets... More