This open access book provides a glimpse into the Japanese management technique known as “Kaizen,” and the ways it has been disseminated around the developing world. The novelty of this book is three-fold: it provides a contextualized view of the mechanisms of initiatives implementing Kaizen in developing countries; compared with productivity studies, it places the relationship between workers and managers at the center of inquiry, reflecting the intent of SDG8 concerning decent work and economic growth; and it provides an overview of the heterogeneity of Kaizen in terms of geography and firm size. This book explores how improving management techniques can support firms’ productivity and quality. Given its wide range of case studies from across Africa, Asia and Latin America, this book will be of value to scholars, policymakers and advocates of sustainable development alike.

The Implication of Adequate Motivation on Workers’ Productivity in an Organization by Engr. Eur Ing. Dr. Robinson Ehiorobo The Implication of Adequate Motivation on Workers’ Productivity in an Organization is the result of the author’s thirty years of experience of managing staff in all levels of application in engineering and management. The book examines the implication of staff productivity in an organization, especially in the Nigerian workplace, and the issues involved in the designing and promoting of such programs. The result has provided a conceptual framework upon which motivational programs in the Nigerian workplace are based, as well as the type of activities and skills that are involved. The rationale is on such programs that will help employees deal with personal problems that might affect their productivity. The book covers the fundamentals rudiment of the employee motivational process and the appropriate steps needed to successfully implement the findings. This book also addresses the values and culture of the Nigerianazation norms that may affect the success of implementation of the solution suggested in this book.

The post-pandemic era has brought about significant disruptions to the human resources management function, exacerbating existing challenges such as labor shortages and global skills gaps. As a result, effectively managing employee engagement and productivity in a multigenerational workforce has become more challenging than ever. Enhancing Employee Engagement and Productivity in the Post-Pandemic Multigenerational Workforce, editors Even and Christiansen provide a holistic perspective on the changing global landscape of human resources management. The book offers practical insights and strategies for managing employee engagement and productivity in a multigenerational workforce, including DEI, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and hiring and retention practices. Targeting academic scholars in the human resource management sphere, this publication offers a contemporary resource that addresses the current challenges faced by businesses and organizations. Whether you're a scholar-practitioner or graduate student, this book provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the post-pandemic multigenerational workforce and enhancing employee engagement and productivity.

Lack of effective leadership strategies contributes to a reduction in employee engagement and productivity. Managers are concerned about the lack of effective leadership strategies because it negatively affects employee engagement and productivity, reducing organizational growth. Grounded in Bass’s transformational leadership theory, the purpose of this qualitative single case study was to explore effective leadership strategies used to enhance employee engagement and increase productivity. Five managers from an electric cooperative in Northwest Florida who implemented effective leadership strategies participated in the study. Data were collected using semistructured interviews and a review of organizational documents. Data were analyzed using Yin’s five-step approach. The four emergent themes were teamwork, encouragement, leading by example, and rewards. A key recommendation is for business leaders to provide frequent, honest feedback, coach when needed, and provide appropriate training, allowing to succeed in a conducive environment. By nurturing and seeking advice from subordinates, managers show employees they are valued and contribute to the organization. The implications for positive social change include the potential for managers to create a safe, comfortable environment that improves social conditions by promoting their subordinates' worth, dignity, and development.

Dr. Deepak Pralhad Raverkar is presently working as Principal of Sundarrao More Arts, Commerce & Science College, Poladpur Dist Raigad of Maharashtra (India). Dr Ravekar is a renowned academician having extensive teaching experience of 37 years at UG and PG level. He has also worked as Vice Principal and Head, Department of Commerce in Dr. Chintamanrao Deshmukh College, Roha-Raigad.With his commendable contribution in the three important areas of education namely, teaching, research & extension activities, Dr Raverkar has achieved excellence and is being respected for the same. He has also been contributing as a member of Board of Studies in Commerce, University of Mumbai since 2008. He is also working as a Member of Mumbai University's NSS Advisory Committee for the last two years. Presently, he is offering his expertise as a member of Board of Studies in Commerce formed by Mahaveer College, an autonomous institution of Kolhapur-Maharashtra Dr. Deepak Raverkar is a very passionate and prolific writer who authored 21 text and reference books through Sheth Publication of Mumbai and Mumbai University's IDOL department. The thrust area of his writing is HR management and commerce, as it aims to help the student community by explaining various critical concepts through lucid and eloquent language. His passion for academic writing also reflected in the research field as he has penned 25 research papers in the peer reviewed and UGC journals. He has also presented a number of research papers in national and international seminars and conferences. Under his experienced guidance, four students are pursuing their Ph.D presently. He has also worked as External Examiner and Referee of Ph.D Viva for Pune & Nagpur University. He has also worked as Resource Person & also chaired sessions in various national as well as international conferences & seminars. He has also given his contribution by offering his expertise as a Chairman and member on various University committees like LIC, Teacher Selection, CAS. Avishkar Referee Panel, etc. Recently, he has been appointed by University of Mumbai as a Convener of Poladpur Cluster under which 12 colleges have been successfully conducting online University examination during the period of Covid-19 pandemic. He has a very keen interest in industrial relations and HR development. With his multifaceted talent, Prin. Dr Deepak Raverkar is always eager to offer his expertise in the field of Higher Education by working relentlessly and devotedly for the betterment of the student community.

Find out how accurate forecasting and analysis can prevent costly mistakes! Management Science Applications in Tourism and Hospitality examines innovative tools for evaluating performance and productivity in tourism offices, hotels, and restaurants. This collection of recent studies focuses on two important topics of management science: forecasting and a relatively new analytical methodology called data envelopment analysis (DEA). This book will show you how tourism forecasting accuracy can be enhanced and how DEA can be used to benchmark productivity and improve advertisement efficiency. Management Science Applications in Tourism and Hospitality provides you with a useful blend of analysis from both theory and real-data perspectives. This book uses case studies, application techniques, and expert advice to review various productivity measurement methods and compare them to DEA, revealing DEA’s strengths, weaknesses, and its potential in the operating environment. With Management Science Applications in Tourism and Hospitality, you’ll be able to: utilize destination benchmarking perform multiunit restaurant productivity assessments using DEA conduct hotel labor productivity assessments using DEA measure and benchmark productivity in the hotel sector using DEA model tourism demand use an improved extrapolative hotel room occupancy rate forecasting technique forecast short-term planning and management for a casino buffet restaurant apply city perception analysis (CPA) for destination positioning decisions This book is generously enhanced with tables and figures to substantiate the research. Management Science Applications in Tourism and Hospitality is valuable for hospitality and tourism educators and graduate students learning and doing research in operation analysis. Savvy executives and professionals who want to improve efficiency in their industry will also benefit from the techniques illustrated in this timely guide.

Business Management and Organizational Behaviour is divided into two parts. The first part contains the fundamentals of business management including management process and the second part deals with organizational behaviour. The theories in the book are supported by many examples from different business sectors in the Indian scenario. It is written in a simple, self-instructional style for easy understanding of the students. Every chapter begins with an introduction followed by learning objectives of that chapter and is followed by a summary and review questions to help students structure their learning. A glossary of key terms has also been appended at the end of the book to enable students to locate the relevant information quickly. The book has been written in accordance with the UGC guidelines and provides comprehensive coverage of the subject.