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Gute Eigentumsrechte, die vom Staat geschaffen und durchgesetzt werden, sind eine der Grundvoraussetzungen für wirtschaftliche Prosperität. Bislang ist aber noch unzureichend geklärt, was man genau unter 'guten Eigentumsrechten' (institutionelle Qualität) versteht, und wie stark diese die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung eines Landes beeinflussen.Markus Kobler untersucht dies und entwickelt einen eigenen Ansatz, mit dem sich die institutionelle Qualität und ihre Bestimmungsgründe systematisch analysi...

This is an introductory text on the process of research in business and management. It will enable undergraduate, taught postgraduates and MBA students to develop the skills to carry out rigorous research, using a structured approach to the research process from defining the research question, through the selection of methods, to producing a final report. The authors' style is friendly and supportive, occasionally humorous, and they acknowledge the chaos, uncertainty and sometimes complexity inh...

Creativity for Innovation Management is a rigorous yet applied guide which illustrates what creativity is, why it matters, and how it can be developed at both individual and group levels. Unlike many technique-oriented books, this book will combine theory and practice, drawing on the latest research in psychology, organizational behaviour, innovation and entrepreneurship. This exciting new text outlines the necessary skills and competences for innovative and creative processes. It provides oppo...

Climate change is a cause for concern both globally and locally. In order for it to be tackled holistically, its governance is an important topic needing scientific and practical consideration. Climate change governance is an emerging area, and one which is closely related to state and public administrative systems and the behaviour of private actors, including the business sector, as well as the civil society and non-governmental organisations. Questions of climate change governance deal both w...

Since the first edition of this book, the level of interest and the varied forms of assessment and development centres have mushroomed. Iain Ballantyne and Nigel Povah's book looks at the entire process, from the underlying concepts to the most effective methods of validation - not forgetting the organizational politics involved. The main objectives of the book are: ¢ to establish a thorough understanding of the principles and practice of assessment and development centres; ¢ to provide suf...

The strengthening of relations between Poland and Ukraine over the last 25 years is one of the most positive examples of transformations in bilateral relations in Central and Eastern Europe. In spite of the complex and difficult historical heritage dominated by the events of the World War II and the first few years that followed, after the fall of Communism in Poland and Ukraine, bilateral institutional cooperation was successfully undertaken, and mutual social contacts were recreated. The is...

One of the greatest challenges in the ever-changing world of IT is to create and maintain an innovation culture and align innovation activities with company strategy. This book provides a fresh perspective on innovation management activities in an IT environment using examples from both start-ups and established companies such as Cisco, Ericsson Nikola Tesla, Lufthansa Systems, Worldline, Amdocs, Telefonica and Enea. This book addresses the following issues: The software developm...

This book exposes two inspiring research categories: digitization and trust. Digitization is a phenomenon that dynamically modifies the modern world in almost every area. Modern technologies, artificial intelligence and humanoid robots are instruments with an increasingly significant impact on the shape of the management process of modern organizations, including the way people are managed. Trust is a subtle concept, with a very different interpretation, influencing the behaviour of employees in...

In der globalen Wissensgesellschaft ist die Produktion neuen Wissens in kooperativen Netzwerken eine der wichtigsten Herausforderungen. Wie aber lassen sich Wissensprozesse zwischen unterschiedlichen Akteuren erfolgreich steuern? Die Arbeit analysiert das Gut Wissen und seinen Produktionsprozess und verbindet ihn mit der Evolution der Netzwerkorganisation. Auf der theoretischen Basis des Wissensgovernanceansatzes werden Gestaltungsvorschlage fur die Governancemechanismen Autoritat, Kultur, Vertr...

How can great companies do everything right - identify real customer needs, deliver excellent innovations, beat their competitors to market - and still fail? The sad truth is that many companies fail because they focus too intensely on their own innovations, and then neglect the innovation ecosystems on which their success depends. In our increasingly interdependent world, winning requires more than just delivering on your own promises. It means ensuring that a host of partners -some visible, so...

Reduce risk and improve the overall performance of IT assets! Federal IT Capital Planning and Investment Control is the first book to provide a comprehensive look at the IT capital planning and investment control (CPIC) process. Written from a practitioner’s perspective, this book covers a range of topics designed to provide both strategic and operational perspectives on IT CPIC. From planning to evaluation, this valuable resource helps managers and analysts at all levels realize the full benefi...

Most industrial nations actively support research and development of advanced computer technology. They usually justify public expenditures on the basis of both economic and national security benefits. This heavy government involvement and the international nature of the computer industry have created increasing challenges to accepted principles of international trade and investment.In this detailed analysis of the origins and evolution of government support for computer technology in the United...