Trousson, Raymond / Vercruysse, Jeroom (dir.), Dictionnaire general de Voltaire. (Champion classiques, references et dictionnaires 18) 1272 p. 2020:10 (Champion, FR) <670-9>
ISBN 978-2-38096-016-7 paper ¥7,064.- (税込) EUR 38.00

Aebi, Carol, Unifying Sustainability Information for Societal Automation: Leveraging Collective Intelligence. (SpringerBriefs in Business) 95 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-345>
ISBN 978-3-031-83119-5 paper ¥6,959.- (税込) EUR 29.99

This open access book offers a structured approach that aligns indicators of social value and provides a stable foundation amidst the dynamic and ever-changing social complexities. From detailed system scales of participation to an overview of how it works, this book presents a roadmap for automating data in systemic alignment with social value. With its adaptability to changing societal structures, it provides a pragmatic solution within existing systems while paving the way for future advancements. It is valuable for researchers and business leaders.

Azoury, Nehme / Yahchouchi, Georges (eds.), AI in the Middle East for Growth and Business: A Transformative Force. 390 pp. 2025:2 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-347>
ISBN 978-3-031-75588-0 hard ¥41,774.- (税込) EUR 179.99 *

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Artificial Intelligence in the Middle East, focusing on its role in the business landscape. It offers a multidisciplinary perspective, integrating technology with cultural, economic, and policy analyses. The book presents practical case studies and expert opinions, offering real-world context. The content is organized for educational purposes, with chapter summaries, discussion prompts, and recommendations for further reading. The accessibility of the language respects the cultural sensitivities of the Middle East. The book serves as a guide for leveraging AI for innovation and sustainable growth.

Baraybar-Fernandez, Antonio et al. (eds.), The AI Revolution: How Technological Developments Affect the Audiovisual Sector. (Research Series on Responsible Enterprise Ecosystems) 79 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-348>
ISBN 978-3-031-80410-6 hard ¥32,490.- (税込) EUR 139.99

This book presents an overview of the vast landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in the media industry, more specifically in the audiovisual sector.Readers are guided through the fundamental pillars of AI, from machine learning algorithms to advanced neural networks, revealing the technological foundations that drive innovation in the field of communication and media. The possibilities of AI in this area are explored and discussed with real case studies. The book highlights not only the technological developments, but also the ethical dilemmas that arise. From privacy issues to equity in access to education, the book provides a comprehensive view of the challenges that must be addressed to ensure the ethical and sustainable development of artificial intelligence. Altogether, this book illuminates how AI continues to transform the way we communicate, learn, and relate to technology.

Becker, Helmut, Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Minimize Errors in Business Enterprise Management. 188 pp. 2025:2 (Springer Gabler, GW) <743-349>
ISBN 978-3-658-47242-9 paper ¥23,206.- (税込) EUR 99.99

This book explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize error culture and error management to enhance business efficiency and resilience. Anchored in established frameworks like ISO 31000 and COSO ERM, it demonstrates how principles from High Reliability Organizations (HROs) can be adapted to diverse industries. Through comprehensive research, including a unique 56-criteria checklist, it offers actionable strategies for identifying and mitigating risk management weaknesses. By leveraging AI's predictive and real-time capabilities, the book empowers leaders to adopt proactive approaches to organizational safety and sustainability while addressing ethical considerations and practical challenges.

Blechschmidt, Joerg, Trend Management: How to Effectively Use Trend-Knowledge in Your Company. 2nd ed. (Business Guides on the Go) 123 pp. 2025:3 (Springer, GW) <743-351>
ISBN 978-3-662-70797-5 hard ¥9,280.- (税込) EUR 39.99

This book offers a concise introduction to trend management in companies, demonstrating how effective trend management can help you understand future developments and make informed decisions. Key business decisions often rest on assumptions about future market trends, customer behavior, and emerging technologies that drive new products. The book details established methods such as trend studies and trend radars, explaining both their methodology and application. Practical tips are provided to help integrate these insights into a company's operational processes, emphasizing that trend management is only successful when it results in positive change. Whether you're a newcomer or an experienced trend manager, this book provides a wealth of ideas for identifying opportunities and risks early on, and for expanding your company's strategic options. The second edition has been updated with the latest developments, including the use of artificial intelligence in trend management, and introduces new methodological approaches such as the futures triangle and the futures wheel.

Burns, Paul, Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation. 5th ed. 528 pp. 2025:3 (Bloomsbury Academic, UK) <743-352>
ISBN 978-1-350-38408-8 hard ¥50,688.- (税込) GB￡ 180.00 *
ISBN 978-1-350-38407-1 paper ¥16,329.- (税込) GB￡ 57.99 *

It is insufficient for businesses to grow simply by cutting costs and acquiring competitors. To achieve true success, organisations must bring innovative ideas to market, and avoid an ageing product or service portfolio.In this textbook, author Paul Burns draws on decades of academic and entrepreneurial experience to guide students through the four pillars of his original entrepreneurial architecture framework - organizational culture, structures and controls, leadership and management and strategies and tactics - laying out the ways in which each business function is required to adapt to ensure success.The 5th edition includes:- Over 75 global case insights, including coverage of companies from DeepMind to Solarbrella, Patagonia to Samsung, demonstrating the practicalities of corporate entrepreneurship in the real world.- New content on the fallout of COVID-19, AI, digitalisation and climate change to prepare students for the ever-changing global business world of today.- The 'Explore Further' feature, containing links to video animations, talks by leading academics and practitioners, psychometric tests and websites providing 'step off' points to deepen learning.This is a must-read for students of corporate entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship or corporate venturing at upper undergraduate, postgraduate or MBA level. The book is also essential reading for courses on Strategic Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Cecere, Raffaele, Sports Equipment Innovation: A Study of Italian and French Cases. (Palgrave Studies in Global Entrepreneurship) 280 pp. 2025:4 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-354>
ISBN 978-981-9799-70-1 hard ¥34,811.- (税込) EUR 149.99

This book investigates the innovative trajectories of sports companies in different cultural and geographical contexts and analyzes how they manage the knowledge obtained from collaboration with end users, suppliers, and their own experiences. In doing so, it presents an empirical analysis with in-depth interviews with experts in the innovative field of the following companies involved in sports equipment: Keyena, Sherco, Francus, Picture Organic Clothing, Macron, Dainese, Mondo, La Sportiva, BasicNet, and Pirelli. With this, the book focuses on how companies that produce goods and services for sport implement innovative processes, and is aimed at offering a tool for scholars, managers, and entrepreneurs involved in the sports industry. To achieve this, different types of analysis were conducted, i.e. both literature and empirical analysis. A theoretical model and its validation through the study of practical cases is the added value of this book in this field.

Dasgupta, Pinaki / Banik, Arindam, Rebellious Entrepreneurs: How Breakthrough Branding Uplifts Millions in Emerging Markets. (Palgrave Studies in Global Entrepreneurship) 435 pp. 2025:3 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-357>
ISBN 978-981-9619-13-9 hard ¥34,811.- (税込) EUR 149.99

This book focuses on entrepreneurship and brand-building processes of businesses in India. It does so by highlighting seven regional entrepreneurs in the country as case studies, and how they have created an ecosystem around them with regard to efficiency in supply chain, excellence in marketing, creating a sustainable environment of doing business, providing gainful employment, working with limited resources and credit, and finally showcasing resilience in their work. Case studies in the book include Hosiery cluster of West Bengal, Tiluram and Sons, Balaji Wafers, Biskfarm (SAJ Foods), Annapurna Group, Shri Krishna Paper Mills Limited, Chitale Bandhu, Phool.co (Kanpur Flower Cycling Private Limited), Walkaroo and Aachi Masale. With these case studies, the book maps out their respective business journeys, elaborates on issues and challenges, to create templates for breakthrough branding, which are can be relevant to other emerging economies and the medium-sized enterprises (SME) sector.

Day, George S., Innovate to Grow: Gaining and Sustaining a Growth Advantage. (Palgrave Executive Essentials) 143 pp. 2025:4 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-358>
ISBN 978-3-031-77672-4 paper ¥6,959.- (税込) EUR 29.99

Leadership teams that want their firm to grow faster must excel at innovation. This book offers a robust and tested approach that is used by organic growth leaders, who have learned to master the four innovation disciplines. The first discipline is to demonstrate a sustained leadership commitment to having the best innovation talent and capabilities. They use these resources to turn their innovation flywheels faster by: capturing better opportunities sooner, containing the inevitable risks of innovation, and then excelling with the messy and creative work of innovation. They are much better at using technology advances such as Gen AI to improve their innovation processes and practices. Whether you are a seasoned senior leader, an aspiring manager or a contributor to an innovation team, you'll learn how your firm can get and keep a growth advantage.

Derre, Bart / Baggen, Yvette (eds.), Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurial Change Agents: A Design Science Approach to Transforming Entrepreneurial Education. (Contributions to Management Science) X, 290 pp. 2025:5 (Springer, GW) <743-359>
ISBN 978-3-031-82250-6 hard ¥23,206.- (税込) EUR 99.99

Eversole, Barbara Welss, The Leadership Spectrum: A Continuum of Empathetic Leader Behaviors. 173 pp. 2025:1 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-360>
ISBN 978-3-031-73556-1 hard ¥9,280.- (税込) EUR 39.99

By looking at leadership supervisory behaviors, along with the character of the supervisor themselves, as falling on a continuum of behaviors, this book offers fresh insights into the relationship between the leader/supervisor and their direct reports. Using a spectrum, with empathy of the leader as a distinguishing variable, it discusses how a leader can develop from an uncivil supervisor to an effective one; how a leader who needs to change their character before being able to be a better supervisor can be recognized and developed; and how to identify where on the spectrum a particular leader would fit. Ultimately, the book serves as a model of leadership characterization and development useful to academic scholars as well as scholar-practitioners who coach and consult in leadership development and to leaders at all levels in organizations.

リーダーシップ・ハンドブック－マネージャーのための応用ビジネス心理学
Felfe, Joerg / van Dick, Rolf (eds.), Handbook of Leadership: Applied Business Psychology for Managers. 1400 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-361>
ISBN 978-3-662-70443-1 hard ¥64,984.- (税込) EUR 279.99

This practical handbook is a translation of the German reference work on leadership, aimed at those interested in the practical application of leadership knowledge. This implementation knowledge is particularly important for current and aspiring leaders, as well as trainers, consultants, coaches, HR developers, and students in psychology and social sciences. The clearly written contributions do not require specific prior knowledge and provide an excellent overview of the current state of research.The focus is on the practical application of knowledge, with contributions from recognized experts in the German-speaking world. In approximately 50 chapters, the latest insights into modern leadership theories (e.g., ethical or authentic leadership), health-promoting leadership, and the management of (age) diverse groups are presented in a practical manner. Each contribution is uniformly structured and easily accessible through a brief summary, starting with a case study that addresses specific issues. Depending on the topic, the contributions also include ready-to-use checklists, guidelines, training concepts, or tools, making them immediately applicable in practice. This reference book can be useful for managers and people interested in leadership from all over the world.

Hazir, Oencue / Bruni, Maria Elena (eds.), Tomorrow's Data Empowered Project Management: Agile Decision Making, Sustainability and AI. (Future of Business and Finance) 300 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-362>
ISBN 978-3-031-84016-6 hard ¥23,206.- (税込) EUR 99.99

Project management (PM) has been an essential area that deals with various decision-making problems. It offers various opportunities to conduct academic studies, formulate new models to solve business problems, and develop software and decision support systems (DSS). It has been attracting the attention of academicians and professionals involved in project teams who studied different disciplines. This book explores contemporary industry problems and trends and related promising research areas, shedding light on the future of project management. It contains chapters that focus on new technology applications and organizational trends. The book comprises two parts: new technologies and recent developments in organizing projects. An important characteristic of this book is to gather the managers and academics who conduct theoretical studies in this field to discuss the future of project management. The discussion topics include how data analytics and artificial intelligence developments might shape project life cycle management and how the Fourth/Fifth Industrial Revolution and the new technologies will transform project management practices. The importance of sustainability in project management practices is elaborated on. Recent developments in the organization of projects, such as adopting agile techniques, establishing project management offices, and developing maturity models, are discussed. As such, the book is aimed at a diverse audience of undergraduate and graduate students and practitioners seeking to develop their project management knowledge.

プロジェクト行動ハンドブック
Ika, Lavagnon A. / Pinto, Jeffrey K. (eds.), Cambridge Handbook of Project Behavior. 2025:7 (Cambridge U. Pr., UK) <743-363>
ISBN 978-1-009-32276-8 hard ¥33,792.- (税込) GB￡ 120.00

Itelman, Ron, The Language of Innovation: Transforming Innovative Ideas into Products. 152 pp. 2025:4 (Apress, US) <743-364>
ISBN 979-88-688-1139-5 paper ¥10,441.- (税込) EUR 44.99

大崩壊－いかに地政学が企業、経営者、労働を変えているか
Jandhyala, Srividya, The Great Disruption: How Geopolitics is Changing Companies, Managers, and Work. 230 pp. 2025:6 (Cambridge U. Pr., UK) <743-365>
ISBN 978-1-009-49996-5 hard ¥21,120.- (税込) GB￡ 75.00
ISBN 978-1-009-49999-6 paper ¥6,755.- (税込) GB￡ 23.99

In an era marked by new challenges - from trade wars and sanctions, to supply chain disruptions and political instability - understanding the relationship between geopolitics and business is more crucial than ever. How are companies impacted and why should they care? This book explores how geopolitical shifts, including the rise of China, the US-China tech competition, and regional conflicts, affect markets, industries, companies, managers, and employees. Uncovering the structural changes reshaping the global business environment, the business risks from an increasing national security focus, and the implications of trade wars and global conflicts on innovation, Srividya Jandhyala offers practical strategies and skills for managers and employees to manage these risks. With a focus on real world case studies and actionable insights for businesses, The Great Disruption is as an essential resource, offering a roadmap for companies to navigate an evolving but unpredictable global business landscape.

Jaswal, Anshuman / Mukherjee, Debjani et al. (eds.), Green Futures: Navigating the Path to Environmental Resilience. (Approaches to Global Sustainability, Markets, and Governance) 662 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-366>
ISBN 978-981-9608-42-3 hard ¥51,058.- (税込) EUR 219.99

This book presents a comprehensive examination of the complex journey toward achieving environmental resilience in the twenty-first century. It brings together leading voices from various fields to showcase the challenges and promising solutions in sustainability and green futures. Organized into thematic divisions, each chapter presents a different facet of environmental resilience, offering incisive analysis, creative techniques, and case studies from around the globe. The book explores the complex intersections of environmental, social, and economic elements, including climate change mitigation and adaptation, sustainable urban development, biodiversity conservation, and renewable energy technology. Contributions from distinguished scholars, policymakers, activists, and practitioners encourage interdisciplinary discourse and collaboration to address urgent environmental challenges. The book inspires readers to envision and actively contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future through rigorous research, visionary thinking, and practical ideas. Combining intellectual rigor with approachable prose, this book serves as an invaluable resource for students, scholars, policymakers, and anyone committed to creating a greener and more resilient society. It provides vital information and inspiration for navigating the path toward environmental resilience, whether dealing with the complexity of climate change, seeking innovative solutions for sustainable development, or advocating for environmental justice.

Kabbara, Diala, Transformative Entrepreneurship in the Global Landscape: A Gender Perspective. 143 pp. 2025:4 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-367>
ISBN 978-3-031-77140-8 hard ¥9,280.- (税込) EUR 39.99

This book explores entrepreneurship transformation as a response to recent global disruptions (such as technological advancements, emergency healthcare, and climate change) from the perspective of female entrepreneurs. This book illustrates how entrepreneurship and international business have enormous transformative power to advance inclusive economic development, embrace pluralism, and encompass minority groups. By analysing several case studies of female international entrepreneurs, this book explores how global transformation (digital, social, sustainable) may present some challenges but also represents a creative endeavour for female entrepreneurs in which opportunities arise and are exploited. This book is relevant to both academics and practitioners. From a theoretical point of view, it contributes to the transformative entrepreneurship and female entrepreneurship literature. From a managerial perspective, it informs aspiring female entrepreneurs and managers about the challenges posed by global transformation and how to develop entrepreneurial opportunities to achieve legitimation as successful female international entrepreneurs.

Ollivier, Pierre / Bell, Graham / De Leon, V. et al. (eds.), Business Secrets Management: Strategies to Protect, Extract and Maximize Value. (Management for Professionals) 170 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-368>
ISBN 978-3-031-82511-8 hard ¥19,725.- (税込) EUR 84.99

Did you know that the mishandling of business secrets can cost companies millions, yet the right strategies can unlock untapped value? To navigate this critical aspect effectively, this book provides practical strategies for managing Business Secrets during product launches, finance raising, and M&A activities. It simplifies complex legal concepts into actionable insights, helping decision-makers in small to medium-sized companies, scale-ups, and academic institutions leverage these secrets for value creation. With minimal legal jargon, the book offers a clear, practical approach that enhances communication between business leaders and legal teams. It includes recent case studies across various industries, contributed by global experts, making it an essential resource for managers and legal experts seeking to bridge the gap between technical details and strategic business applications.

E.G.Popkova編　革新的経済におけるデジタル技術管理
Popkova, Elena G. (ed.), Management of Digital Technologies in the Innovative Economy. (Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation) 726 pp. 2025:5 (Springer, GW) <743-369>
ISBN 978-3-031-83330-4 hard ¥53,379.- (税込) EUR 229.99

This book is devoted to rethinking the modern theory and practice of digital technology management in the innovative economy through the lens of sustainable development. The book systematises the vectors of the sustainable development of the innovative economy. The progressive practice of digital technologies management in business in support of the sustainable development of the innovative economy is considered. The practice of state management of digital technologies in support of the sustainable development of the innovative economy is studied. The international experience of digital technology management in support of the sustainable development of the innovative economy is discussed. Recommendations for the improvement of digital technology management for the sustainable development of the innovative economy are proposed.

Pulcher, Simone / Basaglia, S. / Cuomo, S. et al. (eds.), Diversity and Inclusion in Italy: Societal and Organizational Perspectives. (Diversity and Inclusion Research) 737 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-370>
ISBN 978-3-031-81937-7 hard ¥30,169.- (税込) EUR 129.99

History, geography, culture, and the legal framework influence the dynamics of inclusion and exclusion in and around organisations. Yet, most academics and practitioners still approach themes of diversity in organisations relying on standardised discourses and practices, often transferred uncritically from the Anglo-Saxon context. Adopting a contextual approach that takes into account the specificities of the Italian context, this book explores a wide array of themes related to diversity and inclusion in organisations and society. Focusing on the Italian context, the book offers new insights into themes already well-established in the diversity debate, such as gender, age and disability. It also provides an opportunity to reflect on categories, organisational forms, and stakeholders rarely associated with diversity, such as social class, family businesses, and trade unions, but also to consider the role of technology and the arts as tools for both inclusion and exclusion. The contributions draw on different disciplines and perspectives and provide insights relevant not only with respect to Italy but also to other national and international contexts. This volume is aimed at both researchers and practitioners who wish to develop a more nuanced and mature understanding of diversity in organisations and society.

Qudrat-Ullah, Hassan, Mastering Decision-Making in Business and Personal Life: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on Making Better Choices. 426 pp. 2025:1 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-371>
ISBN 978-3-031-81067-1 hard ¥34,811.- (税込) EUR 149.99

This book offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to decision-making, synthesizing perspectives from psychology, business strategy, and system dynamics. Integrating real-world examples with structured decision-making frameworks, it makes complex concepts accessible and practical. The text uniquely bridges personal and professional decision-making, demonstrating their interconnectedness and the universal applicability of sound decision-making principles. Positioned within the literature on cognitive psychology, behavioral economics, and business management, it engages with ongoing debates on the role of cognitive biases, emotional influences, and the importance of structured decision-making processes in achieving sustainable outcomes.

Rego, Conceicao / Lucas, Maria Raquel et al. (eds.), Transitioning to a Circular Economy: From Education and Technological Change to Green Horizons. (Studies on Entrepreneurship, Structural Change and Industrial Dynamics) 346 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-372>
ISBN 978-3-031-77660-1 hard ¥30,169.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This comprehensive book addresses the multifaceted challenges posed by technological innovation, ecological transitions, and sustainable business practices. Drawing on extensive research in the circular economy and green, inclusive transitions, it serves as an essential reference for scholars, researchers, and practitioners. In today's global landscape, quality of life transcends economic indicators like GDP. True well-being and happiness are influenced by a myriad of factors beyond financial wealth. Social and environmental domains are crucial to ensuring that no individual or community is left behind. This commitment aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework, emphasizing holistic sustainability.

Sestino, Andrea / Nasta, Luigi, The Digital Paradigm Shift for a New Business DNA: Implications for Business, Consumers, and Societies. 168 pp. 2025:1 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <743-374>
ISBN 978-3-031-76237-6 hard ¥9,280.- (税込) EUR 39.99

This book explores the crucial role of "remembering" the fundamental purpose of firms' existence especially in today's context: Meeting individuals' and societal needs. Through seven chapters, the book shed light on the issue of the integration of new technologies within value propositions, by examining their positive impacts on both individual and societal wellbeing. Beginning with an examination of evolving consumers expectations and the core mission of companies, it proceeds through a rigorous analysis of digital technologies impact on wellbeing. Chapters intricately explore themes such as the adoption of mobile health technologies, the role of AI in shaping positive emotions, and the transformative potential of gamification in cultural heritage experiences. Nonetheless, a qualitative examination of sustainable digital business models offering practical insights into fostering wellbeing through technological innovation is also presented. Ultimately, the book culminates in a holistic discussion on integrating digital technologies to enhance collective wellbeing, offering comprehensive insights and conclusive trajectories for future considerations. The book also offers some Case Studies and specialists' perspectives exploring real success stories deriving from firms, managers, scholars and practitioners committed to the mission of positively integrating managing new technologies. With a preface by Prof. Yogesh Dwivedi, and Prof. Paolo Boccardelli.

Sooampon, Sutti, Fundamentals of Managing Technology Ventures. (Applied Innovation and Technology Management) 135 pp. 2025:2 (Springer, GW) <743-375>
ISBN 978-981-9628-36-0 hard ¥23,206.- (税込) EUR 99.99

This book presents a foundational guide for business students seeking to understand the fundamentals of managing technology ventures. While typically reserved for more advanced graduate coursework, there is a growing trend towards integrating technology and innovation topics into bachelor's and early-graduate programs across various institutions. The aim of this book is to introduce students to basic management concepts applicable to technology ventures, without delving deeply into technical details. By focusing on straightforward principles, readers can grasp how these concepts influence the development of new ventures and projects at every stage. Rather than overwhelming readers with complex theories, the book offers practical guidance that can be easily applied in real-world scenarios. Its objective is to equip future business leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the landscape of technology ventures confidently and effectively.

Taleizadeh, Ata Allah, Stochastic Imperfect Inventory Systems: Inventory and Production Management. 565 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-376>
ISBN 978-3-031-80098-6 hard ¥41,774.- (税込) EUR 179.99

In today's manufacturing environment, managing inventories is one of the basic concerns of enterprises dealing with materials according to their activities. This book introduces and examines important production strategies such as scrap strategy and rework strategy under stochastic conditions that contribute to the reduction of unexpected costs. In a step-by-step manner, it presents stochastic imperfect inventory models, inventory models involving rework processes or breakdowns, as well as their maintenance. Also, different aspects of uncertainty are provided in multiple chapters of this book.One of the primary questions answered in this book is: What is the optimal production quantity when there is a failure in the production line? To answer the question, the problem is first modelled mathematically, then the concavity or convexity of the objective function is proved and finally the optimal production quantity of the production system is determined using suitable solution methods. The book is valuable for researchers in operations research and inventory management and professionals working with supply chains.

Windsperger, Josef / Cliquet, Gerard et al. (eds.), Managing Networks in the Digital Economy: Alliances, Cooperatives, Franchise Chains, Platforms and Digitalization. (Contributions to Management Science) 361 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-377>
ISBN 978-3-031-81232-3 hard ¥41,774.- (税込) EUR 179.99

This book presents recent developments in the theory and management of networks (such as alliances, cooperatives, franchise chains) and platforms. In addition, it explores the impact of digitalization on networks and presents empirical studies on digital platform businesses. The book will be of major interest to scholars and students of economics of organization, business and management, governance of networks and digital platforms, and practicing managers.

Yesufu, Lawal O. / Nohuddin, Puteri Nor Ellyza (eds.), Technology for Societal Transformation: Exploring the Intersection of Information Technology and Societal Development. 276 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-378>
ISBN 978-981-9617-20-3 hard ¥39,453.- (税込) EUR 169.99

This book extensively investigates the dynamic relationship between information technology and societal transformation. The book explores a range of applied IT uses, ranging from educational technology to the complex applications of cybersecurity, the promise of blockchain technologies, e-commerce and rural development, and social media and its applications in political activism. Investigating key topics in social development and the role information technology plays in elevating our lives, the book navigates this ever-changing landscape of technological innovation to determine how it can be a source for good and improve our lives by driving positive social change. While focusing on the practical application of technology to real-world situations, examples, and cases, the book primarily focuses on educational development, entrepreneurship, sociopolitical transformation, and the security and defence of society. Collectively, these explorations serve to better highlight how technology can be harnessed in the creation of a more inclusive and equitable society. Hence, the book will be a useful read for students, academics, policymakers, business and social investors.

Bilgin, Mehmet Huseyin / Danis, Hakan et al. (eds.), Eurasian Business and Economics Perspectives: Proceedings of the 46th Eurasia Business and Economics Society Conference. (Eurasian Studies in Business and Economics 33) 240 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-181>
ISBN 978-3-031-84318-1 hard ¥46,416.- (税込) EUR 199.99

EBES conferences have been an intellectual hub for academic discussion in economics, finance, and business fields and provide network opportunities for participants to make long-lasting academic cooperation. This proceedings volume of the Eurasian Studies in Business and Economics (EBES's official proceeding series) includes selected papers from the 46th EBES Conference which took place in Rome on January 10-12, 2024. The conference was hosted by the faculty of economics of La Sapienza University of Rome (Italy). In the conference, 170 papers by 365 colleagues from 48 countries were presented. The conference was held both in hybrid with both in-person and online paper presentation format.

Bylund, Per L., Entrepreneurship and Evolutionary Economics. (Elements in Evolutionary Economics) 70 pp. 2025:2 (Cambridge U. Pr., UK) <743-193>
ISBN 978-1-009-54022-3 hard ¥14,076.- (税込) GB￡ 49.99 *
ISBN 978-1-009-54019-3 paper ¥4,787.- (税込) GB￡ 17.00 *

Entrepreneurship has been expunged from contemporary mainstream economics despite being an important driver and cause of economic development and growth. However, whereas Evolutionary Economics recognizes value-creative entrepreneurship, its role and impact tend to still be understated and the vast implications not fully understood. This Element attempts to remedy this by theorizing on how entrepreneurship impacts and drives market economies, the implications for economic change and renewal, and how the pursuit of new value creation determines the evolution of an economy. We find that allowing for entrepreneurial new value creation - innovative entrepreneurship - produces a different and more dynamic understanding of the market as a process, the role of knowledge and uncertainty, economic evolution and progress, as well as has important implications for political economy.

ゲーム論をマスターする－戦略的意思決定への包括的入門
Saglam, Ismail, Mastering Game Theory: A Comprehensive Introduction to Strategic Decision Making. (Classroom Companion: Economics) 298 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-197>
ISBN 978-3-031-82093-9 hard ¥18,564.- (税込) EUR 79.99

This book offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to game theory, emphasizing both noncooperative and cooperative aspects of strategic decision-making. In the chapters on noncooperative game theory, you will explore advanced topics such as perfect equilibrium, evolutionary stable strategies, and correlated equilibrium, along with a range of subjects often underrepresented in other textbooks. The cooperative game theory sections cover essential topics like coalitional games, cake-cutting and fairness, cooperative bargaining, and matching theory. Additionally, the book includes an insightful chapter on mechanism design. Designed for use in one-semester advanced undergraduate or graduate-level courses, this textbook stands apart from others at the same level. Each chapter begins with clear theoretical definitions, followed by carefully detailed examples. Select chapters include propositions that either demonstrate the existence of equilibrium in abstract games or interrelate various game-theoretic concepts. While rigorous in its scope, the book assumes no advanced background in calculus or algebra. The mathematical exposition is kept as straightforward and self-contained as possible, ensuring that readers can easily apply theoretical ideas to practical examples and follow proofs with ease.

経営学・経済学のための応用統計学及び多変量データ解析　第2版
Cleff, Thomas, Applied Statistics and Multivariate Data Analysis for Business and Economics: A Modern Approach Using R, SPSS, Stata, and Excel. 2nd ed. (Springer Texts in Business and Economics) 591 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-200>
ISBN 978-3-031-78069-1 hard ¥27,848.- (税込) EUR 119.99

CEIBS Case Center (ed.), China-Focused Cases: Selected Winners of the CEIBS Global Case Contest II. 274 pp. 2025:4 (Springer, GW) <743-228>
ISBN 978-981-9785-79-7 hard ¥39,453.- (税込) EUR 169.99

This book showcases a selection of award-winning cases from the Global Contest for the Best China-focused Cases. The contests held between 2018 and 2022 recognized 63 exceptional cases, 13 of which are in this publication. Each of the 13 cases has a unique focus. Some investigate how to capture value through new technologies and innovations or examine the intricate relationships between strategies, business models, and financial performance (examples include Freshippo, KFC China, Winner Technology, Geek+, and Alibaba vs. JD.com). Others analyze Chinese companies' challenges when entering international markets and their strategic responses (Midea and SHEIN). Some delve into leadership, entrepreneurial management, family business succession, negotiation, and conflict management (EtonHouse, Antigal, Qiangda Chilli, and Dispute over Year-end Bonuses). Two cases discuss how social enterprises can better balance their social purposes with financial sustainability and how companies can integrate social and business innovation (Daddy Lab and AstraZeneca). These cases originate from Chinese and international business schools, highlighting global interest in China's business and management dynamics. Echoing the Chinese proverb, "A single spark can start a prairie fire," we firmly believe that with collective efforts, more faculty members will recognize the value of the case method and the extensive opportunities of China-themed cases in global management education. We are committed to collaborating with them to meet the growing demand for diverse cases with global perspectives.

C.カールソン他編　空間の多様性とビジネス・エコノミクス・ハンドブック
Andersson, Martin / Karlsson, Charlie / Wixe, Sofia (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Spatial Diversity and Business Economics. (Oxford Handbooks) 448 pp. 2025:9 (Oxford U. Pr., UK) <743-295>
ISBN 978-0-19-886619-0 hard ¥40,268.- (税込) GB￡ 143.00

The Oxford Handbook of Spatial Diversity and Business Economics provides academics, researchers, and advanced students in various disciplines - such as business, economics, and geography - with an overview of the role of diversity in modern advanced economies. For a long time, research from different areas has suggested that diversity is a critical factor in creativity, knowledge generation, innovation, and entrepreneurship at the level of organizations, cities, regions, and whole countries. The chapters in this handbook deal with some of these issues in different ways and add to the existing knowledge on the role of diversity for various economic phenomena. The 16 chapters are organized into the following sections: 1) Diversity and place development: theory and policy development, 2) Workforce and labour market diversity, 3) Diversity and entrepreneurship, and 4) Regional diversity, innovation, and productivity. Furthermore, the introductory chapter of the book provides an overview of some of the main arguments on diversity in theoretical as well as empirical literature that puts the chapter contributions in context.