A must-have in any manager's library. -- Sergio Carlo Maresca, author of BREAKAWAY! If you think you are doing it right, think again and read this book. -- Dr Roxanne Zolin, QUT An excellent read for organisation specialists. -- Hermias C. Hendrikse, Director of Organisation Effectiveness, Etisalat, UAE The employment relationship as we know it is a relic of the last century. Globalisation, competition and financial pressures are challenging organisations to be more adaptabale. This book offers managers and professionals a new, research-based employment model that will alter the way employees and employers think about their working relationship, aligning the changing needs and interests of individuals and organisations to produce a sustainable, productive and profitable workplace in any financial climate.

Take your productivity to the next level and make the most of your time! Do you have too much to do and not enough time to do it? Don't we all! Productivity For Dummies shows you how to overcome this common problem by tackling key issues that are preventing you from remaining focused and making the most of your time. This insightful text gets to the root of the problem, and shows you how to identify and analyse the items on your to-do list to deliver on deadlines and maximise your schedule. Numerous techniques and technologies have been developed to address productivity needs, and this resource shows you which will work for your situation. Productivity is crucial to your success - whether you want to find a new job, earn a promotion you've had your eye on, or generally progress in your career, understanding how to improve your productivity is essential in increasing the value you bring to your organisation. At the very least, increased productivity means that you get things done faster—which translates into fewer overtime hours and more time concentrating on the things that are most important to you. Eliminate procrastination and laziness from your daily routine Organise your work environment to create a space conducive to productivity Increase your concentration and stay focused on the task at hand Make decisions quickly, and stay cool, calm, and collected no matter what the situation is Productivity For Dummies helps you solve the age-old problem of having too much to do and not enough time to do it.

In the dynamic intersection of cutting-edge technology and evolving business strategies, the fusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) has given rise to a revolutionary paradigm known as Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT). This emerging technological powerhouse offers boundless possibilities while presenting formidable challenges, and organizations worldwide are wrestling with its integration into their core operations. Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) for Productivity and Organizational Transition introduces the fundamental concepts underpinning AIoT integration and the evolving landscape of AIoT research and development, then delves deep into the theoretical foundations of AIoT, examining it through the lenses of economics, behavioral science, technology, psychology, and organizational theory. Within its pages, readers will discover insights into the tools, methods, design factors, user interfaces, and techniques driving AIoT innovation.

Dealing with such productivity improvement programmes as action learning, quality circles, inter-firm comparisons and business clinics, this book also offers information on the most important areas in which productivity can be improved and on techniques field-tested in developing countries.

The new edition of Raymond Stone’s Human Resource Management is an AHRI endorsed title that has evolved into a modern, relevant and practical resource for first-year HRM students. This concise 14-chapter textbook gives your students the best chance of transitioning successfully into their future profession by giving them relatable professional insights and encouragement to exercise their skills in authentic workplace scenarios. Complementary to your courses, with well written conceptual content, Stone’s 10th Edition will save you research and assessment prep time with a host of case studies that cement learnings and get students thinking critically.

This report represents the second outcome of the collaboration between the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to improve the measurement and analysis of productivity developments across APO and OECD member economies. The report discusses the potential impact of COVID-19 on productivity and examines the role of Multifactor Productivity (MFP) as a major driver of economic growth and changes in living standards.

This textbook provides the theory and practice context of Global Talent Management within an accessible conceptual framework for students, spanning individuals (micro), organisations (meso) and policy (macro). Including discussions on the development of self as global talent and current organisational approaches to the attraction, development and retention of global talent, this book encourages critical reflection of how global talent management is affected by policy, society and the economy. The authors draw on interdisciplinary fields, practical insights from global employers and wide-ranging case studies to help students grasp the complexities of this evolving field.

The handbook of Business Studies has been designed for the students studying in Class XI-XII to act as the revision cum Quick Study Resource for various concepts of Business Studies. This handbook is a multipurpose quick revision resource with unique format which displays concepts clearly, places them in context and crisply identifies and describes all the factors involved. This handbook has been divided into 25 chapters namely Concepts of Business, Forms of Business Organisation (Private Sector), Entrepreneurship & Small Business, Business Environment & Strategy Formulation, Emerging Modes of Business: E-commerce, M-commerce, E-Banking & Outsourcing, Multinationals & Indian Transnationals, Management: An Overview, Evolution of Management Thoughts, Planning & Decision-making, Organising, Staffing, Directing, Communication, Controlling, Organisational Behaviour, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, Production & Operations Management, Financial Management, Financial Markets, International Business, Environment & Sustainable Development, Office Management & Business Communication and Consumer Protection & Consumerism. The study material of the book has been prepared in the form of compendium, consisting of all important topics, such as concepts, definitions, principles and procedures; well illustrated with examples and diagrams. In the nutshell, this book can be used as a compact and portable reference book for study purpose and for general reference. Due to its simple information and lucid language it can also be used for general reference. This book will prove to be highly useful for aspirants preparing for competitive examinations like CET-BBA, BCA, ICWA, CMA, CS, etc.

Rising costs, domestic and international competition, more demanding customers, increasingly complex machines require safe, uninterrupted operation, consistent quality, competitive pricing and timely deliveries. Most effective operation and maintenance of machines and equipment assumes far greater importance in this situation. While it is true that no one, including various levels of management and workers, want conflict, loss of time due to breakdowns, poor quality and accidents, these continue to occur. Top Management sometimes takes some initiatives like inviting consultants or getting people trained in specified areas. However, by and large the situation remains the same. The reason, therefore, is not lack of desire to do well. The fundamental malice is in the system of management. It is this aspect that this book tries to address while also discussing some basic principles of maintenance. It focuses on need and measures for enhancing effectiveness of the organization by evolving and implementing fundamental changes in managerial philosophy and practices. Choice of the title of the book is very deliberate. The whole approach discussed in the book is directed towards building a system and climate that would enable ensuring most effective operation and maintenance of capital equipment while also developing a collaborative and co-ordinated functioning of various wings and levels in the organization. Far too often, people concerned want and try to achieve results like no breakdowns, no rejects and no accidents quickly. This book attempts to convey to them that quick fixes and quick results are not possible and that concentrated and committed effort is required over a long period of time to create conditions and environment for results. It is in this context that while the book discusses various approaches to maintenance and describes some elementary techniques for planning, it lays emphasis on the need for a change in management thinking and on involvement of all from top to the lowest for achieving desired results.