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"An independent consultant, Hubbard (business administration, Oxford U.) explains why half of all attempts to acquire a business, or merge two businesses, fail. Then she explores the psychology involved, describes a process for acquiring, and presents five case studies in which the names and other details of both the companies and people have been changed. The section on psychology particularly discusses the reaction of employees whose means of livelihood have just been bought and sold."--Book News, Inc.

Due to the increased levels of organizational efficiency, profitability, and competitiveness have produced major layoffs and redundancies, corporate downsizing has now become a strategy of choice for many corporations and governmental agencies. It is now

Evaluating the role of logistics and supply chain management skills or applications is necessary for the success of any organization or business. As market competition becomes more aggressive, it is crucial to evaluate ways in which a business can maintain a strategic edge over competitors. The Handbook of Research on Information Management for Effective Logistics and Supply Chains highlights strategies, tools, and skills necessary for supply management within organizations and companies. Featuring best practices and empirical research within the field, this handbook is a critical reference source for scholars, practitioners, researchers, information systems and telecommunication specialists, and managers.

As businesses seek to compete on a global stage, they must be constantly aware of pressures from all levels: regional, local, and worldwide. The organizations that can best build advantages in diverse environments achieve the greatest success. Global Business Expansion: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a comprehensive reference source for the latest scholarly material on the emergence of new ideas and opportunities in various markets and provides organizational leaders with the tools they need to be successful. Highlighting a range of pertinent topics such as market entry strategies, transnational organizations, and competitive advantage, this multi-volume book is ideally designed for researchers, scholars, business executives and professionals, and graduate-level business students.

"High Reliability and Disaster Management: Strategies and Real-World Examples" is an essential guide designed to equip IT professionals, system administrators, and business continuity planners with the robust knowledge needed to ensure systems are resilient and recoverable in the face of disruptions. This comprehensive book delves deep into the critical aspects of designing, implementing, and maintaining high reliability (HR) and disaster management (DM) frameworks. Structured into carefully curated chapters, this book covers a wide range of crucial topics—from the foundational theories and terminologies of HR and DM, through the planning and deployment of risk assessment strategies and backup solutions, to advanced discussions of modern replication technologies and cloud-based recovery methods. Each chapter progresses logically, building on previously introduced concepts to deepen the reader's understanding. A distinctive feature of this book is its practical orientation, emphasized through numerous real-world case studies that showcase the application of theoretical knowledge. These case studies illustrate diverse scenarios across different industries, providing readers with insights into practical challenges and effective solutions implemented by various organizations. Whether you are a novice seeking a thorough introduction to HR and DM, or an experienced professional looking to enhance your knowledge with the latest industry trends and best practices, this book is an invaluable resource. It offers not just theoretical insights but also practical tools and case-based evidence to help you deploy robust HR and DM strategies that ensure business continuity and operational integrity. Equip yourself with the expertise to mitigate risks and handle unforeseen disasters—turn to "High Reliability and Disaster Management: Strategies and Real-World Examples" as your go-to guide and reference.

Takes the reader through a redundancy implementation strategy - Re-Focus, Re-Organise and Re-Build - that incorporates the key aspects of planning and analysis, fairness and justice, and preparing management for redundancy implementation through training.

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