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

中国の国有企業
Leutert, Wendy, China's State-Owned Enterprises: Leadership, Reform, and Internationalization. (Business and Public Policy) 230 pp. 2024:11 (Cambridge U. Pr., UK) <744-279>
ISBN 978-1-009-48652-1 hard ¥25,344.- (税込) GB￡ 90.00
ISBN 978-1-009-48654-5 paper ¥8,444.- (税込) GB￡ 29.99

Why do Chinese state-owned enterprises routinely respond to central-level goals and policies in different ways, and why do their reform trajectories often vary significantly across firms and over time? This book introduces a leadership approach to studying the politics, process, and outcomes of economic reform in China's public sector. Using a series of in-depth case studies, Wendy Leutert analyses the exercise and effects of leadership in Chinese state-owned enterprises. She uncovers the 'intra-organizational politics of reform': the daily dynamics of cooperation and conflict between leaders and their subordinates inside public-sector organizations. She also identifies common tactics that Chinese state-owned enterprise leaders use to execute their agendas and ways their subordinates respond. Updating and expanding existing knowledge, this book highlights the growing global consequences of leadership in Chinese state-owned enterprises and why leadership remains vital for understanding China today.

Montiel Mendez, Oscar Javier et al. (eds.), Technology and Innovation in Latin America: The Need for a Turning Point. 436 pp. 2025:6 (Emerald, UK) <744-288>
ISBN 978-1-83797-748-2 hard ¥24,667.- (税込) US$ 115.00

Technology and innovation are often linked with better ways of doing business, societal improvement and economic growth; the region of Latin America has historically imported its business paradigms from other countries, but now is forging its own path. Technology and Innovation in Latin America gathers scholars from all over Latin America to present their research exploring the dual aspects of technology and innovation and their interrelatedness. On the technology side, chapters delve deep into the debate on R&D, Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Corporate Venturing and Digital Entrepreneurship; Intrapreneurship strategy and processes and more. Technology and Innovation in Latin America offers deep learning about key questions: What are the empirical and theoretical opportunities that emerge in innovation based on territorial capital? How does the context influence the development of innovation policies? How have the dynamics of financing and involvement of financial institutions impacted the support of innovation? Readers will benefit from this being the wide-angle exploration of the region with its varying economies from emerging to transitional, highlighting the role that this unique region can play on the world stage.

Khang, Alex / Jadhav, Babasaheb et al. (eds.), Synergy of AI and Fintech in the Digital Gig Economy. 406 pp. 2025:3 (CRC Pr., US) <744-293>
ISBN 978-1-041-02918-2 hard ¥52,096.- (税込) GB￡ 185.00 *

The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Financial Technology (Fintech) has ushered in a new era of innovation in the finance ecosystem, particularly within the context of the digital gig economy. This emerging trend has created a unique set of challenges and opportunities, which AI and Fintech are poised to address. This book explores how the convergence of these cutting-edge technologies is reshaping the financial landscape, especially related to the way people work and earn in the gig economy, and examines the rise of the digital gig economy and its impact on the traditional workforce.Synergy of AI and Fintech in the Digital Gig Economy presents the key advancements in AI and Fintech, how they are disrupting traditional financial systems, and how AI-powered tools and platforms are streamlining financial processes, enhancing decision-making, and providing personalized services to individuals and businesses. The book explores how the synergy of AI and Fintech is advancing financial inclusion and looks at how these technologies are providing previously underserved populations with access to financial services and empowering them to participate in the global economy. Highlights include how AI and Fintech are revolutionizing risk assessment and management in the financial sector and discuss the use of advanced algorithms to detect fraud, assess creditworthiness, and mitigate financial risk more effectively. The book also addresses the regulatory challenges and ethical considerations arising from the integration of AI and Fintech and discusses the need for responsible AI and data privacy to ensure sustainable development. Insights, case studies, and practical examples provided in the book show how AI and Fintech are driving transformative changes and represent an area of significant interest and importance in the realm of finance and technology.Written for students, scholars, lecturers, researchers, scientists, experts, specialists, and engineers, this book represents an area of significant interest and importance in the realm of finance and technology. Real-world examples and contributions from industry experts give readers a comprehensive understanding of this hot trending topic.

Abatecola, Gianpaolo, Enterprise Evolution, Survival and the Businesstype: From Research to Practice. (Routledge Focus on Business and Management) 130 pp. 2025:4 (Routledge, UK) <744-376>
ISBN 978-1-032-53571-5 hard ¥14,921.- (税込) GB￡ 52.99 *

The strategic journey taken by firms starts with entrepreneurial inception and can go all the way through adaptation to sustainable enterprise, exit, or failure. This book charts how new ventures grow through co-evolution and adaptation to get past the initial problems of being new, connecting theories of strategic management and entrepreneurship.Conceptually, the author paints an integrated picture of the challenges arising from the enterprise life cycle. Based on research, the book is also accessible to practitioners and students, in that it provides practice-oriented takeaways about how enterprises can evolve and thrive in turbulent times.Together with executives, entrepreneurs, and policymakers, the book is intended for scholars and postgraduate students, interested in understanding strategic management and entrepreneurship from an evolutionary perspective.

Arora, Jyoti Batra / Pathak, Nitish / Sharma, Neelam (eds.), Advanced Digital Technologies in Financial and Business Management: Unleashing the Power of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and the Internet of Things. 356 pp. 2025:7 (Apple Academic Pr., US) <744-377>
ISBN 978-1-77491-768-8 hard ¥42,240.- (税込) GB￡ 150.00

This new book explores emerging new technologies for the development of business and finance sectors, to strengthen economic growth, and to facilitate the efficiency and creation of new and innovative business and finance management applications. The book covers state-of-the-art technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data analytics in fintech and finance, blockchain technology in the insurance industry, the use of AI and data science in tax administration, the growing use of 6G in industrial automation, quantum machine learning in finance, the merging of AI and blockchain in auditing, and more. Chapters explore the collaboration between humans and machines, the application of data science and artificial intelligence in the retail sector, and AI and data science in business services with a focus on enhancing efficiency and driving innovation.

Babbar, Mansi / Majeed, Mohammed et al. (eds.), Emerging Digitalization Trends in Business and Management: A Roadmap to Industry 5.0. 450 pp. 2025:7 (Apple Academic Pr., US) <744-378>
ISBN 978-1-77491-704-6 hard ¥47,872.- (税込) GB￡ 170.00

The aim of Industry 5.0 is to harness the innovative strength of mankind in synchrony with robots and machines to accomplish sustainable, economical, and need-focused solutions relative to Industry 4.0. This new book, Emerging Digitalization Trends in Business and Management: A Roadmap to Industry 5.0, addresses the contemporary developments in Industry 5.0 and its role in business and management, discussing emerging digitalization and its significance and challenges in business, entrepreneurship, and management. It presents a diverse range of views and concepts on advancements in digitalization trends, Industry 5.0, and their applications along with their advantages and disadvantages.The book highlights the importance and challenges of digitalization and trends in adopting digital technology in various business functions and sectors, including supply chains, human resources, and sectors such as education and agriculture. It discusses contemporary issues and innovations such as human machine interaction in healthcare, gamification in talent management, adoption of digital technology in entrepreneurial opportunity, the role of technology platforms in behavioral issues in young adults, and marketing 5.0 and customer experience. The book also provides compelling case studies utilizing robust research designs and frameworks. A key strength of the book is that it provides a much-needed compilation of concepts, ideas, cases, examples, and research findings from various perspectives related to digital advancements and Industry 5.0 and helps shape the scientific contours of Industry 5.0.This book will be a valuable resource for information system managers, business managers, administrators, academics, researchers, and students who need to comprehend the various applications of Industry 5.0 in both theoretical and practical perspectives to fully utilize this rapidly expanding phenomenon known as Industry 5.0.

Baker, Chris, Confident Leaders By Design: An Essential Guide to Confidence Creation. 312 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-379>
ISBN 978-1-032-90621-8 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00
ISBN 978-1-032-89717-2 paper ¥9,289.- (税込) GB￡ 32.99

Do you feel confident at work? Are there times when you lack confidence but can't show it? The role of confidence in successful leadership is both significant and undisputed and yet organisations are full of leaders and teams who don't have as much as they want and, even worse, are not doing anything about it.Attempts to develop confidence are usually confined to empty affirmations and vanilla-flavoured self-help books. In contrast, this book provides an evidence-based code that outlines the steps we can all take to positively shift our confidence and that of our teams. Confident Leaders by Design is for leaders at all levels looking for a rigorous yet accessible approach to confidence development. Through research and fascinating anecdotes it reveals the surprising secrets to supercharging leadership potential through confidence creation.Alongside the theory, readers will practically locate their confidence sweet spot and explore activities like sludge audits, confidence curves and self-efficacy circles which will help them to immediately start growing confidence in themselves and their teams.

Balasubramanian, Natarajan / Bala, Ram / Joshi, Amit, The AI-Centered Enterprise: Reshaping Organizations with Context Aware AI. 192 pp. 2025:7 (Auerbach, US) <744-380>
ISBN 978-1-032-89243-6 hard ¥19,427.- (税込) GB￡ 68.99
ISBN 978-1-032-89170-5 paper ¥6,473.- (税込) GB￡ 22.99

AI is evolving in a way that mirrors how past technologies were initially adopted. Right now, most organizations are adding AI tools to their existing systems without rethinking their overall processes. But to fully unlock the potential of AI, companies will eventually need to build their operations around it.As Generative AI continues to develop, it's becoming more context-aware, capable of understanding situations and making decisions. This shift will move AI beyond simply improving individual tasks. It will enable smarter organizational interactions, powered by technologies like Knowledge Graphs for understanding and Intelligent Agents for decision-making.Over time, businesses will transform into AI-Centered Enterprises (ACEs), using this advanced technology to create new value in internal marketplaces. Unlike past approaches like Business Process Reengineering, this change isn't about completely overhauling processes. Instead, it's about rethinking how information flows within organizations. With Context-Aware AI, companies can identify and fix information bottlenecks, enabling smoother, more dynamic communication through flexible, agentic AI platforms rather than rigid, tightly-structured systems.Understanding this transformation requires a basic understanding of how businesses work. It also means recognizing the limits of AI and knowing where human expertise is still essential. This book offers that knowledge, along with real-life examples and practical tips to help businesses navigate this transformation.

Chakrabarti, Satyajit / Chattopadhyay, S. et al. (eds.), Agile Business Transformations: Priorities, Lessons, and Practices. 392 pp. 2025:7 (Apple Academic Pr., US) <744-381>
ISBN 978-1-77491-858-6 hard ¥42,240.- (税込) GB￡ 150.00

The corporate environment today is rapidly evolving, and it is of vital importance to organizations that they keep abreast with this evolution. A major point of struggle for most organizations is to navigate complex markets, new technologies, and shifting client demands in a highly competitive environment. Agile business approaches may just be the answer, as they promote transformation, innovation, and sustainable growth in response to these dynamic pressures.This new book, Agile Business Transformations: Priorities, Lessons, and Practices, is a compilation of valuable opinions, case studies, and best practices of academics, professionals, and thought leaders who have worked on the agile transformation path, emphasizing a sustainability perspective in a dynamic world. It is a road map for businesses looking to successfully launch, carry out, and optimize agile programs. The book delves deeply into the core of agile ideas, methods, and frameworks, showing how they can be modified and put into practice to suit various business domains and operational scales.The book offers insightful perspectives on agile approaches and their significant influence on numerous facets of contemporary businesses, such as project management, product development, human resources, customer engagement, and strategic planning. It illustrates the real-world struggles faced by businesses and the challenges and accomplishments experienced by organizations from a variety of industries in their agile transformations. The book offers examples of agile transformations in the form of sustainable food delivery apps, green marketing strategies, eco-friendly transportation, ecologically intensive farming, regenerative farming and more. It details the factors, challenges, and opportunities that sustainable approaches bring to businesses.An extremely enlightening work, prepared through the contributions of various authors from different countries, this book is sure to contribute immensely to the knowledge of research scholars, business students, marketing professionals, marketing academicians as well as businesses struggling with adaptation issues.

Cheah, Sarah Lai-Yin / Zhi, Joshua Ng Jun (eds.), Corporate Entrepreneurship and Sustainability: A Case Study Collection. 176 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-382>
ISBN 978-1-032-98319-6 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00
ISBN 978-1-032-98318-9 paper ¥10,134.- (税込) GB￡ 35.99

This book provides detailed case studies exploring how industry-leading organizations are integrating corporate innovation and sustainability initiatives.The book first introduces the difficulties and importance of managing innovation within established organizations. It identifies five themes key for organizations seeking to future-proof their business: external drivers in the business environment, structures for corporate entrepreneurship, modes of collaboration, sustainability as a lever for innovation, and performance management. It then provides detailed case studies of how companies across diverse sectors such as banking, shipping, and real estate, made the choice between short-term profit and future-proofing their business. Cases are written such that they can be used independently, and a storytelling approach is used so that readers may apply the conceptual frameworks and see how theories are translated into practice. Detailed teaching notes are available for instructors, each containing a sample lesson plan, six discussion questions, suggested answers, and further readings.A useful teaching resource for instructors and students in corporate entrepreneurship, corporate innovation, and strategic foresight.

Chen, Kuanchin / Pietrzak, Piotr (eds.), Trust, Sustainability, and Resilience: Management and Consumer Perspectives. (Routledge Studies in Trust Research) 192 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-383>
ISBN 978-1-032-87105-9 hard ¥40,832.- (税込) GB￡ 145.00

Trust, Sustainability, and Resilience: Management and Consumer Perspectives offers a comprehensive exploration of the key concepts shaping today's world. This book examines the complex relationship between trust, sustainability, and resilience across various domains, providing insights into their significant implications for both organizations and consumers. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the theoretical foundations and practical applications of these concepts from both management and consumer perspectives. Structured into two sections: the first section explores management perspectives, highlighting key issues and strategies, while the second section delves into consumer perspectives, examining the role of trust, sustainability, and resilience in shaping consumer behavior and preferences. This book is essential reading for academics, researchers, and practitioners interested in the intersection of trust, sustainability, and resilience. It provides valuable guidance for business leaders and policymakers seeking to integrate these principles into organizational strategies. Consumers and individuals interested in sustainable practices and responsible consumption will also find this book insightful. Whether studying management, environmental stewardship, or social sciences, this book offers a multidisciplinary approach to understanding and implementing trust, sustainability, and resilience principles for a better tomorrow.

リーダーシップと最前線の労働力
Crosby, Gilmore, Leadership and the Frontline Workforce: Lessons from the Targets of Change. 248 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-384>
ISBN 978-1-041-02796-6 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00
ISBN 978-1-041-02795-9 paper ¥8,444.- (税込) GB￡ 29.99

This book explains practical culture change based on engaging frontline workers and citizens in real engagements including at aluminum fabrication and bauxite refineries, social service agencies, and citizen engagement projects. Just as history has traditionally been written from the view of the victors, so leadership and management theory has been written from the point of those on top. A noted exception was Kurt Lewin, who deeply identified with people in all walks of life, and demonstrated through research that the most reliable approach to increase productivity and morale is to engage everyone in any system in generating solutions and implementing them. Lewin's method includes training in basic skills, such as conflict management, and alignment of the authority structure to support action at all levels, especially those on the front lines of work or of social change. He called this training-action-research. The authors of this book have practiced a Lewinian approach for the past 70 years and over two generations. Three generations, really, as the family was deeply influenced by the blue-collar wisdom of William Crosby (1896-1975) who was an hourly worker in the rail yards of Pittsburgh. This book teaches by blending in the voices of men and women like William, telling stories from frontline workers who have experienced the good, bad, and the ugly of being targets of change at the bottom of systems. The idea for this book came initially from another blue-collar man named Cotton Mears (1956 - 2019). Cotton was a pot room tender in Alcoa's Warrick, Indiana, an aluminum smelter, one of the toughest jobs in the plant, when Robert P. Crosby first arrived to help change the culture. Cotton was a union steward and described himself as an attack dog, willing to fight for anything that his union colleagues wanted him to fight for. It was a revelation for him to realize there was another way. He took it to heart, and spent two years in Alcoa's Corporate Leadership Program, unique in many ways but perhaps especially in that it included hourly workers mixed right in with management personnel. By the end of the program, he was on a journey to create true collaboration at Warrick and in other organizations, applying Lewinian methods from the unique perspective of his blue-collar roots, a perspective he never lost. Cotton intended to write this book, and when Robert Crosby said he was thinking of writing a book from the worker's perspective, I was inspired to bring this to life. It was Cotton who already had the title, and had lived it, View from a target.

Elting, Liz, Dream Big and Win: Translating Passion into Purpose and Creating a Billion-Dollar Business. 272 pp. 2025:5 (Wiley, US) <744-385>
ISBN 978-1-394-32588-7 paper ¥4,290.- (税込) US$ 20.00

AN INSTANT WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERA guide for how to not only dream big, but also win-both in business and in life-from one of the most celebrated and successful women in America. For the first time ever, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Forbes' Richest Self-Made Woman Liz Elting shares her story on how she co-founded and grew TransPerfect, the billion-dollar translation and language solutions company that began as a dream in an NYU dorm room. In Dream Big and Win, Elting divulges practical and inspiring tips you can implement immediately, teaching why success is not solely about attaining and wielding power. Elting shows you that fulfilling your highest potential will require you to look beyond yourself. In her honest and often humorous narrative, Elting illustrates why actions are more important than mantras and why doing will always eclipse dreaming. This book is for anyone who has ever dreamed of translating their passion into purpose and creating something bigger than themselves.

Falkheimer, Jesper / Gentzel Sandberg, K. / Tyrstrup, M., Conducting Narratives: Navigating Through Complexity Using Strategic Improvisation. 134 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-386>
ISBN 978-1-032-55458-7 hard ¥33,792.- (税込) GB￡ 120.00
ISBN 978-1-032-55459-4 paper ¥9,007.- (税込) GB￡ 31.99

In a world where globalization, digitalization, crisis and polarization are putting severe pressure on most organizations, the previously accepted tools of effective governance and communication are no longer effective. This book is based in a belief that leadership is first and foremost about strategic communication: creating common meaning, building trust and formulating engaging narratives, not only for one's own organization but for society as a whole. The book presents an approach anchored in strategic improvisation - a combination of order and chaos. Strategic improvisation allows organizations and leaders to meet the demands of a paradoxical world in which windows of opportunity constantly open as well as close. It requires three essential criteria: a clear framework (composition), a professional interpretation and a situational adaption based on given possibilities and conditions (improvisation). It clearly describes how different organizations (corporations, governmental organizations, NGOs) can use the concept and tools. This book describes strategic improvisation as a concept, mindset and toolbox for leaders and organizations.

Felts, Jason, Hollywood Virgin: Breaking Into and Out of Show Business. 240 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-387>
ISBN 978-1-394-32383-8 hard ¥5,791.- (税込) US$ 27.00 *

National BestsellerHollywood Virgin is more than a tell-all memoir about the business of show business from the founder and CEO of Virgin's entertainment company-it's about hustle, risk-taking, sudden success, insider realizations, self-discovery, breakdowns, and walking away before you lose everything... alongside plenty of behind-the-screen shockers, celebrity stories, and yes, a bathrobe or two. Growing up in small-town Texas, Jason Felts dreamed of being in Hollywood. He made his way to California, started his own production company at 23, was named to Variety's "Top 10 to Watch" list, rubbed elbows with famous faces daily, and rose quickly to build and lead a multi-million dollar entertainment company for Virgin, one of the world's most respected brands-so why did he walk away at such a young age? Jason recounts how he diligently pursued opportunities in the entertainment industry, quickly working his way up from small-time, thankless jobs serving the most powerful, to becoming a key industry player himself, making incredible things happen behind the scenes that no one ever knew-until now. Join him as he spills never-told-before tea, sharing how he lost his Hollywood virginity by: Creating and producing the first show that put a Kardashian on TVTurning access into authentic relationships and partnerships with stars such as Jessica & Ashlee Simpson, will.i.am, Justin Berfield, among many othersThe origin story behind founding and running an award winning Virgin branded company-and having Sir Richard Branson as a mentorPitching films and shows with names such Halle Berry, Courteney Cox, and Oliver StoneBeing tapped as the youngest CEO (only after Branson himself) to ever run a Virgin companyComing out of the closet to take action publicly as a founding board member of the PULSE foundation in the aftermath of the Orlando nightclub shootingPlanning and joining the Obama's on their first post-presidency vacation the day they left the White House, and taking the former President's life changing adviceAlongside more misadventures, hijinks, hits and flops, and hiding from bad headlines... Hollywood Virgin is Jason's journey of discovering what happens when you achieve more than you imagined and find that the excess isn't enough. With no stone unturned, this raw and real insider look provides a peek behind the scenes of an industry very few really know. Jason elegantly removes the concealer off the powerful, fake, and dishonest power players at the same time he equally shines light on the authentic, selfless, or lesser known stories in Hollywood. For all those working hard towards fulfilling their dreams, learn and be inspired from his anything-but-straightforward career.

Gaylin, Dan, Fact Forward: The Perils of Bad Information and the Promise of a Data-Savvy Society. 288 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-388>
ISBN 978-1-394-21989-6 hard ¥6,435.- (税込) US$ 30.00

Solutions to increase trust and empower better decision making in a data-rich world Fact Forward: The Perils of Bad Information and the Promise of a Data-Savvy Society explores how a growing deluge of data has led to a data-rich world with abundant new opportunities and a precipitous decline in trust due to the problems we face in producing, communicating, and consuming data. This book takes readers on a journey through the data ecosystem, showing how data producers, data consumers, and data disseminators all have a role to play in creating a more data-savvy society. Written by Dan Gaylin, president and CEO of NORC at the University of Chicago, a leading research organization in the field of social science and data science, this book demonstrates the urgent need for: greater transparency on the part of data producersincreased data literacy on the part of data communicators and data consumersa societal commitment to data education and infrastructure Fact Forward: The Perils of Bad Information and the Promise of a Data-Savvy Society earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of leaders across industries and all individuals who want to build a better society and world by improving the way we present, analyze, and make use of data.

Geiger, Susi / Mason, Katy / Pollock, Neil et al. (eds.), Market Studies: Mapping, Theorizing and Impacting Market Action. 538 pp. 2024:11 (Cambridge U. Pr., UK) <744-389>
ISBN 978-1-009-41397-8 hard ¥36,608.- (税込) GB￡ 130.00 *

Market studies is a newly emerging field dedicated to understanding the origins, core concepts, theories and methods currently being used and developed to examine markets in the making. Providing a unique overview that introduces, positions and develops this highly fertile area of research, Market Studies is the first book to consolidate its themes, tools and methods in a single, comprehensive volume. Topics covered include: market organization and design; performativity in and around markets; valuation; market places and spaces; methods that may be utilized in studying markets; the field's relation to adjacent disciplines; the future of markets. Deploying a sensitivity for the socio-material constitution of markets, the authors put market practices at the centre of inquiry and offer insights into the future and potential impact of market studies research. The contemporary, practical and interdisciplinary approach is strengthened by multiple examples of original empirical research into markets.

Haughton, Dominique / Haughton, Jonathan / Lo, Victor S. Y., Cause and Effect Business Analytics and Data Science. (Chapman and Hall/CRC Series on Statistics in Business and Economics) 272 pp. 2025:7 (Chapman & Hall / CRC, US) <744-391>
ISBN 978-1-4822-1647-9 hard ¥21,116.- (税込) GB￡ 74.99

Among the most important questions that businesses ask are some very simple ones: If I decide to do something, will it work? And if so, how large are the effects? To answer these predictive questions, and later base decisions on them, we need to establish causal relationships.Establishing and measuring causality can be difficult. This book explains the most useful techniques for discerning causality, and illustrates the principles with numerous examples from business. It discusses randomized experiments (aka A/B testing), and techniques such as propensity score matching, synthetic controls, double differences, and instrumental variables. There is a chapter on the powerful AI approach of Directed Acyclic Graphs (aka Bayesian Networks), another on structural equation models, and on time-series techniques, including Granger causality.At the heart of the book are four chapters on uplift modelling, where the goal is to help firms determine how best to deploy their resources for marketing or other interventions. We start by modelling uplift, discuss the test-and-learn process, and provide an overview of the prescriptive analytics of uplift.The book is written in an accessible style, and will be of interest to data analysts and strategists in business, to students and instructors of business and analytics who have a solid foundation in statistics, and to data scientists who recognize the need to take seriously the need for causality as an essential input into effective decision making.

Khan, Shad Ahmad / Narula, Sumit / Naim, A. et al. (eds.), Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics in Contemporary Business: Strategic Orientation, Corporate Success and Innovation. 392 pp. 2025:7 (CRC Pr., US) <744-392>
ISBN 978-1-032-87262-9 hard ¥46,464.- (税込) GB￡ 165.00

Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics in Contemporary Business highlights the symbiotic relationship between human-centric approaches and organizational success in 21st century business and corporate culture. It delivers a comprehensive exploration of how integrating human factors and ergonomics strategically can fuel innovation, enhance performance, and deliver a competitive advantage.By promoting employee wellbeing to implementing ergonomic interventions for heightened productivity, the chapters offer invaluable insights into the role of human factors across differing business sectors. Edited and authored by distinguished experts in the field, this handbook presents theoretical frameworks, empirical evidence, and real-world case studies. Across these chapters split into various sections on perspectives, digitalization and wellbeing, it provides interdisciplinary perspectives and practical applications to equip readers with the tools needed to encourage thriving workplace environments, nurture employee welfare, and foster innovation and creativity. International case studies from diverse businesses and topics on Industry 5.0, logistics, strategy, UX, productivity, green issues and much more result in a thorough overview of the topic. It will help any reader optimize organizational performance and understand the key connections between human factors and business success.This title is an essential read for researchers and professionals in ergonomics and human factors, business and management, leadership, engineering design and human resources.

グローバル企業家精神　第3版
Kshetri, Nir, Global Entrepreneurship: Environment and Strategy. 3rd ed. 300 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-394>
ISBN 978-1-032-93273-6 hard ¥40,832.- (税込) GB￡ 145.00
ISBN 978-1-032-90017-9 paper ¥16,892.- (税込) GB￡ 59.99

This third edition of a Choice Outstanding Academic Title improves coverage of the global environments in which entrepreneurs operate. In Global Entrepreneurship: Environment and Strategy, Nir Kshetri explores and illuminates the economic, political, cultural, geographical, and technological environments that affect entrepreneurs as they exploit opportunities and create value in economies around the world.Grounded in theory, the book begins by laying out the concepts, indicators, and measurements that have unique impacts on entrepreneurs in different regions. This framework sets the scene for a close examination of global variations in entrepreneurial ecosystems and finance. Kshetri methodically examines entrepreneurship patterns in diverse economies through the lenses of economic system, political system, culture and religion, and geography (both by country and continent).All new for this edition, Global Entrepreneurship offers case studies at the end of each chapter to illustrate relevant concepts to encourage broader reflection. Most of the case studies in this edition highlight the role of artificial intelligence in enabling and advancing entrepreneurial activities globally.

Kumar, Pawan / Dutta, Tanima / Dadwal, S. et al. (eds.), Innovation and the Sharing Economy: Employment, Human Capital, and the AI Revolution. (Routledge Studies in Management, Organizations and Society) 224 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-395>
ISBN 978-1-032-87813-3 hard ¥40,832.- (税込) GB￡ 145.00

This book is a novel exploration of the complex interplay between modern work structures, artificial intelligence (AI), and economic sustainability.Through meticulously researched insights and real-world examples, this book unravels the intricate dynamics shaping the sharing and gig economies, offering a comprehensive analysis of their implications for the future of work. Key features of this book include a deep dive into the theoretical foundations of AI, the sharing economy, and gig economy, complemented by practical case studies illustrating their real-world applications. Readers will gain valuable insights into how these economic models influence labour markets, technological advancements, governance frameworks, and societal well-being. By examining the opportunities and challenges presented by the sharing and gig economies, this book equips readers with the knowledge to navigate and shape the evolving landscape of work.This edited collection caters to a diverse audience, including academics, technologists, policymakers, students across various disciplines, and professionals interested in the future of work and economic development. Its interdisciplinary approach makes it an invaluable resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding AI, the sharing economy, and the gig economy. Whether you're a researcher, entrepreneur, or policymaker, this book provides essential insights into the transformative forces shaping the global economy.

Law, Sau Wai / Yim, Benny, Data Literacy: The Essential Language in the Digital Era. 372 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-396>
ISBN 978-1-032-87598-9 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00
ISBN 978-1-032-87255-1 paper ¥12,668.- (税込) GB￡ 44.99

Data has been called the "new oil" of the 21st Century economy, yet knowledge of how to harness and comprehend data is lagging. This book presents a comprehensive guide for undergraduate students and business practitioners to acquire the core competencies to become data literate.Data Literacy: The Essential Language in the Digital Era introduces a logical way to master the nature, features, characteristics, limitation, use and protection of data, as well as its legal, regulatory and ethical concerns. The book helps readers to develop their data literacy skills, based on lessons learnt from the authors' professional experience in the banking and education sectors, together with doctrinal and empirical findings from research and observation.With a structured methodology for interpreting data, practical case studies and useful exercises, this textbook is an essential guide and reference for students, practitioners, scholars in any disciplines, as well as policymakers and regulators from all over the world.

Leonas, Vladas, Cyber Insecurity: Examining the Past, Defining the Future. (Security, Audit and Leadership Series) 320 pp. 2025:6 (CRC Pr., US) <744-397>
ISBN 978-1-032-67256-4 hard ¥33,792.- (税込) GB￡ 120.00
ISBN 978-1-032-67257-1 paper ¥13,795.- (税込) GB￡ 48.99

Cyber Insecurity: Examining the Past, Defining the Future deals with the multifaceted world of cybersecurity, starting with the premise that while perfection in cybersecurity may be unattainable, significant improvements can be made through understanding history and fostering innovation. The author, Dr. Leonas, shares his journey from Moscow to Australia, highlighting his academic and professional milestones.Then the book covers the evolution of cybersecurity from the late 1960s to the present, detailing significant events and technological advancements. It emphasizes the importance of simplicity in technology projects, citing complexity as a major hindrance to success. This book also discusses the impact of the digital revolution, using the example of a global IT outage caused by a faulty software update.Project management methodologies are explored, tracing their origins from ancient civilizations to modern techniques like CPM and PERT. The concept of cloud computing is examined, highlighting its benefits and potential security issues. The evolution and advantages of SaaS solutions are also discussed, noting their increased adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic.The author then addresses supply chain challenges, using real-world examples to illustrate vulnerabilities. It traces the history of communication methods leading up to TCP/IP and discusses the development and importance of DNS. The differences between compliance and conformance in cybersecurity are clarified, emphasizing that compliance does not equate to security.Key cybersecurity standards like the NIST CSF and ISO/IEC 27000 series are examined. The book also covers the Essential 8, a set of cybersecurity controls developed by the Australian Signals Directorate. The convergence of OT and IoT is discussed, highlighting the cybersecurity risks associated with this integration.Emerging threats from AI and quantum computing are explored, noting their potential to both advance and threaten cybersecurity. The evolving legal landscape of cybersecurity is also covered, emphasizing the need for international cooperation and innovative legal solutions.In conclusion, the book stresses the importance of critical thinking and a holistic approach to cybersecurity, advocating for simplicity and foundational practices to enhance security.

Liu-Lindberg, Anders / Hansen, Christian Frantz, Communicating Financials to Executives. 304 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-399>
ISBN 978-1-394-29260-8 paper ¥9,006.- (税込) US$ 41.99

Practical guide to effectively communicate financial data, ideas, and insights to executives Communicating Financials to Executives delivers indispensable insights on how to clearly, effectively and productively communicate financials to executives across industries in an influential manner. In this book, finance practitioners and consultants Anders Liu-Lindberg and Christian Frantz Hansen deliver a five-step approach on how to get started, along with underlying theory explaining why each step is imperative to success. Special attention is placed on not just presenting data but doing so in a way that brings significant value to the table and creates an impact that leads to greater business success for the organisation. Topics explored in this book include: The executive decision-making process and how to tailor your approach to seamlessly integrate into itManaging the amount of detail in communications and knowing how to structure data appropriatelyVisual elements that can help better communicate data to individuals who aren't "numbers people"Specific struggles that financial and accounting professionals face in the modern business environmentHow to build management reports that are easily understood by executives and drive significant business value Communicating Financials to Executives earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all finance professionals seeking to better harvest the fruits of their labour by properly articulating ideas and insights to decision-makers within an organisation.

Luna, Tania / Renninger, LeeAnn, The Leader Lab: Core Skills to Become a Great Manager, Faster. 352 pp. 2025:3 (Wiley, US) <744-400>
ISBN 978-1-394-33170-3 paper ¥4,719.- (税込) US$ 22.00 *

What if you could become a great manager, leader, and communicator faster? The Leader Lab is a high-speed leadership intensive, equipping managers with the Swiss Army Knife of skills that help you handle the toughest situations that come your way. Through painstaking research and training over 200,000 managers, authors Tania Luna and LeeAnn Renninger, PhD (co-CEOs of LifeLab Learning) identified the most important skills that distinguish great managers from average. Most importantly,they've discovered how to help people rapidly develop these core skills. The result? You quickly achieve extraordinary team performance and a culture of engagement, fulfillment, and belonging.? Too often, folks are promoted without any training for the countless crucial responsibilities of the modern manager: being part coach, part player, part therapist, part role model.The Leader Labserves as your definitive guide to what it means to be a great manager today - and how to become a great leader faster. This book is based on LifeLabs Learning's wildly successful workshop series. It combines research, tools, and the playful, fluff-free style that's made LifeLabs the go-to professional development resource for over 1,000 innovative companies around the world.?? You'll learn how to:? Quickly improve performance and engagementHandle tough conversations with confidenceIdentify and resolve the underlying issues holding your team backCreate a culture of inclusionSpark innovationReduce stress and burnoutFinetune your coaching, productivity, feedback, one-on-one, strategic thinking, meeting facilitation, people development, and leading change skillsLearn the same high-leverage skills that new managers at the world's most innovative organizations are using to create impactful change in business and in life This interactive, accessible, and brain-friendly resource will help you and your team ramp up and reach the tipping point of managerial greatness fast.

Margaca, Clara / Walmsley, Andreas / Knoerr, Helena (eds.), Immigrant Entrepreneurship, Religion and Ethnicity: Cases from Europe, Africa and Asia. (Routledge Studies in Entrepreneurship and Small Business) 200 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-401>
ISBN 978-1-032-78515-8 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00

International migration is a growing phenomenon in the 21st century and is increasingly seen as a high-priority public policy issue by many governments, politicians, and the broader public throughout the world. Its importance to economic prosperity, human development, and safety and security ensures that it will remain a top priority for the foreseeable future.This book highlights the importance of ensuring that we remain focused on the successes of migration as well as the challenges. At the end of the 20th century, more importance was given to immigrant and ethnic minority entrepreneurship, due to a positive impact on local economic growth and overall economic development in the hosting nations. In the 21st century, the imperative of the United Nations 2030 agenda involves a deeper understanding of the complex challenges for the achievement of sustainable goals. One of these challenges is to understand how migrant-entrepreneurs may or may not identify with their ethnic community, therefore dissociating themselves from their ethnic group. In this sense, religion and ethnicity are differentiating factors between social groups, and the relationships allows preserving their culture and establishing relationships and integration in the community at all levels. This edited volume brings together impactful contributions that will interest multidisciplinary academic areas and aims to contribute to the enhancement of scientific knowledge on the intersection of entrepreneurship, migration, ethnicity and religion, a gap in the existing literature that has the potential to provide a deeper understanding of factors that influence migrant populations' contribution to socio-economic development in their communities.This book will be an invaluable resource to researchers and scholars in the fields of Immigration, Immigrant Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial culture and Economic Development.

Margaca, Clara / Walmsley, Andreas / Knoerr, Helena (eds.), Immigration and Entrepreneurship in the Americas: Drivers, Challenges and Local Economic Impact. (Routledge Studies in Entrepreneurship and Small Business) 186 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-402>
ISBN 978-1-032-78512-7 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00

Migration in the Americas continues unabated. Seeking to improve understanding of the complexity of this phenomenon, this book presents different approaches that are at the root of an immigrant-entrepreneur's decision-making and the implementation of entrepreneurial activity in North and South America.The cases presented provide a knowledge base upon which policy makers, government agencies, and the like can draw, providing a basis for comparison for other countries regarding how and why immigrants decide to become entrepreneurs, the challenges they face and the contributions they make. In this sense, the book presents a overview of immigrant entrepreneurship in the Americas. The studies presented include the cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds behind the reasons for starting a business in the host community, as well as the factors that influence the choice of business area. Furthermore, it explores how this type of entrepreneur contributes to local and sustainable and economic development and will deepen the understanding of immigrants' triggers for emigrating and for engaging in entrepreneurship in the host society. Based on the studies presented, it will offer guidelines regarding policies to support immigrant entrepreneurs, as well as to outline future research avenues.This book will be an invaluable resource to researchers and scholars in the fields of Immigration, Immigrant Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial culture and Economic Development.

Marsden, Stevie, Publishing as a Creative Industry. (Routledge Research in the Creative and Cultural Industries) 110 pp. 2025:4 (Routledge, UK) <744-403>
ISBN 978-1-032-03550-5 hard ¥14,921.- (税込) GB￡ 52.99

Book publishing is big business, contributing significant employment in the creative industries and adding billions to the global economy. Despite this, the sector is often overlooked in the creative industries research tide. This book remedies this gap in knowledge, providing an examination of book publishing in the UK within the wider context of the creative industries and the existing academic discourse.Balancing the tensions of art and commerce perhaps more than any other creative field, this book considers the position of the book publishing industry within the contemporary cultural economy. Through this focused analysis on the culture(s) and organisation(s) of book publishing in the UK, the author demonstrates how this creative industry reflects, and perpetuates, many of the key issues and challenges, including inequalities in representation, cultural and economic dominance of global conglomerates and hierarchies of value, already recognised as central within the creative industries in the UK and beyond.This concise book will be essential reading for academics, researchers and students with an interest in the publishing industry and its position within the UK Creative Industries and cultural economy.

Morgan, Rebeka, Stop Dreaming and Start Renovating for Profit: A Guide to Building Wealth through Property Renovations. 336 pp. 2025:3 (Wiley, US) <744-405>
ISBN 978-1-394-27129-0 paper ¥4,922.- (税込) US$ 22.95

Oruganti, Sai Kiran / Karras, D. / Thakur, S. et al. (eds.), Digital Transformation and Sustainability of Business. 868 pp. 2025:5 (CRC Pr., US) * paper 2025:4 <744-406>
ISBN 978-1-032-99828-2 hard ¥46,464.- (税込) GB￡ 165.00
ISBN 978-1-032-99829-9 paper ¥12,950.- (税込) GB￡ 45.99

It explores the integration of digital technologies into business models, offering innovative approaches for sustainable growth. This comprehensive guide delves into case studies and strategic frameworks that align digital transformation with environmental and economic sustainability. It presents actionable insights on overcoming challenges, leveraging technology for efficiency, and fostering a competitive edge. Designed for industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers, the book provides evidence-based strategies supported by real-world applications, making it an essential resource for those looking to drive meaningful change in today's evolving business landscape.

Osterczuk, Karolina, Grassroots Social Innovation: The Role of Collaboration and Experiential Learning. (Routledge Focus on Business and Management) 148 pp. 2025:4 (Routledge, UK) <744-407>
ISBN 978-1-032-88745-6 hard ¥14,921.- (税込) GB￡ 52.99

This book examines the transformative power of grassroots social innovations within dynamic urban landscapes. From addressing access to healthy food to navigating regulatory challenges, urban citizens are taking charge of their environments through collective action. This ethnographic exploration explores the everyday workings of three grassroots initiatives, highlighting the practices driving social change. Readers will discover practical models for collective organizing within social innovation communities, offering insights for both activists and policymakers eager to effect change in urban life. By emphasizing collaboration as a cornerstone of social innovation, this book illuminates how deep engagement fosters reflectivity, empathy, and sustainability within communities. Drawing on multidimensional collaboration models, readers gain practical tools for creating lasting social impact. Moreover, the book places these insights within a broader European context and references Elinor Ostrom's theory of the common good, appealing to readers worldwide interested in community-driven solutions. With qualitative research conducted in Poland, this book offers a rich tapestry of insights into the global phenomenon of grassroots social innovation, encouraging reflection and action among urban communities worldwide.

Preston, Tom / Nunez, Luciana, Coaching Power: Leading With Coaching to Create Individual, Team, and Organizational Outperformance. 288 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-408>
ISBN 978-1-394-29341-4 hard ¥6,435.- (税込) US$ 30.00

A powerful new approach to leadership tailor-made for the 21st century In Coaching Power, a team of veteran executive coaches delivers a singularly insightful and original way of looking at leadership: as a form of coaching. The authors explain this new way of leading others and offer readers a set of tools, frameworks, and mindsets to take with them in their professions. You'll discover how to succeed in a world that's evolving faster than ever, and how to navigate a workplace that can include as many as five unique generations, each of which demand a different style of leadership. Coaching Power shows you: The fundamentals of coaching, including listening, questioning, and intuitionHow to create and enhance high performance teams, and how to have courageous conversationsWhen it's time to bring in an external coach and what to look for to ensure the right fit Perfect for managers, executives, directors, and other business leaders, Coaching Power is also a can't-miss resource for entrepreneurs and founders seeking a powerful new way to lead others through challenging circumstances.

Rouse, William B., Innovations for Transformation: How Cities Can Reinvent Themselves for Economic Success. 160 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-409>
ISBN 978-1-041-05021-6 hard ¥38,016.- (税込) GB￡ 135.00
ISBN 978-1-041-05020-9 paper ¥9,289.- (税込) GB￡ 32.99

This book chronicles how four resort cities (Ashville, Aspen, Key West, and Laguna Beach) addressed failing economic situations to reinvent themselves and prosper. The author explores bottom-up reinventions of local community value propositions, often driven by economic forces that require reinvention due to declining or disappearing traditional economic opportunities. The author foregoes broad national policies and focuses on a wide range of types of citizen groups, local institutions, and businesses that coalesce to understand what is happening or has happened to their community. These cities then formulate future aspirations with new value propositions and experiment to determine what works. The investment becomes focused on emergent successes. The author addresses four community ecosystems and a spectrum of contexts -- For example, mountains vs. oceans and venues for entertainment vs. thought leadership. These four ecosystems were reinvented creatively to enable great economic and societal successes. In particular, the energy provided by bottom-up innovation was crucial. The information presented in this book is drawn from two sources -- First, historical accounts of such initiatives are leveraged. Second, and more substantial, are findings synthesized from extensive interviews in Asheville, NC,

Rozkwitalska-Welenc, Malgorzata et al. (eds.), Management, Organizations, and Paradoxes: Insights from the Central and Eastern European Region. (Routledge Studies in Management, Organizations and Society) 302 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-410>
ISBN 978-1-032-88349-6 hard ¥42,240.- (税込) GB￡ 150.00

Paradoxical tensions are persistently inevitable in today's complex organizational world. Therefore, managers should perceive them as a lens through which they see organizations and work through them. Reconciling paradoxes requires understanding their nature and appraising them. It also involves novelty and creativity in implemented tactics. Thus, to help managers navigate dualities and contradictions in their organizations, Management, Organizations, and Paradoxes presents a comprehensive overview of implementing the paradox theory from a distinct organizational standpoint in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) context. Beyond theoretical foundations, it integrates recent research findings and practical insights, providing rich knowledge for managing conflicting demands across diverse organizational dimensions. In addition, it unlocks new insights that can enrich academic discourse and guide practitioners in embracing a paradox mindset. It develops less explored areas, such as paradox regarding sustainability in clusters, or digital and energy transition. It also explores paradox in human resource management, workplace learning, diversity, equity, and inclusion policy. It tests whether paradoxes have regional variation and provides insight from managerial practices in CEE. The authors prove that organizations embracing paradox can expand the scope of their opportunities and thrive.This monograph can serve as a scholarly guide for managers, academics, and Ph.D. students, encouraging them to analyze and manage organizations from a paradox angle.

Ruecker, Bernd / Strauch, Leon, Enterprise Process Orchestration: A Hands-on Guide to Strategy, People, and Technology That Will Transform Your Business. 304 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-411>
ISBN 978-1-394-30967-2 hard ¥9,652.- (税込) US$ 45.00

Learn how to transform your business through process orchestration Process orchestration became pivotal to building a foundation for business agility, speed, and innovation. A process that is orchestrated end-to-end can integrate existing systems, human work, and the latest technologies like AI. It is the basis to understand how your business operates, how to improve processes, and how to innovate your business model. But how to adopt process orchestration successfully on an enterprise level? Enterprise Process Orchestration equips you with hands-on guidance on how to successfully deploy process orchestration in your organization - from anchoring the vision in company strategy, over the selection of the right use cases, technologies, and people, through the completion of the first project, to a truly transformed enterprise that is ready for a digital future. Inside the book: Understand the transformative potential of process orchestration and create a compelling vision for your enterpriseExplore how to establish the right team structure and enable your employees for your initiativeIdentify the right technology, define a business and enterprise architecture, and provide a process orchestration platform to accelerate time to valueBest practices on implementing use cases and solution architectureHow to measure and monitor the value you're achieving with your use cases Perfect for IT and business leaders, business and enterprise architects, CoE leaders, business analysts as well as everyone who is aspiring to change their organization through broadscale automation and process orchestration

Singh, Niharika / Singh, Thipendra P et al. (eds.), Green Computing for Sustainable Development. 296 pp. 2025:6 (Auerbach, US) <744-412>
ISBN 978-1-032-73772-0 hard ¥43,648.- (税込) GB￡ 155.00

Green computing is a revolutionary technique that addresses environmental sustainability. It uses an eco-friendly approach to the design, manufacture, and use of computing resources. This is achieved by cutting down on electronic waste, using renewable energy sources, and consuming less energy. Recyclable materials with minimal environmental impact, software engineering techniques that are optimised, and energy-efficient hardware are examples of many approaches. Advanced technologies such as low-power processors, smart grids, and virtualized computing environments contribute to energy efficiency and waste reduction. Furthermore, integrating green computing with renewable energy sources amplifies its positive impact on the environment. The adoption of green computing practices promotes a circular economy, encourages resource conservation, and supports climate action.Green Computing for Sustainable Development features chapters that explore issues that concerned with furthering sustainability and green computing. Highlights include: Neuro-symbolic green computing combining neural networks' learning abilities with symbolic AI's logical reasoning while promoting environmentally friendly practices.Energy-efficient data management, resource provisioning, and the importance of monitoring carbon footprints.The intersection of green computing and wildlife conservation, highlighting how energy-efficient technologies can revolutionize conservation effortsThe integration of Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) as innovative solutions for sustainable development.The role of information and communication technology (ICT) in promoting health and well-beingThe importance of green computing due to growing environmental concerns related to information technology.The integration of AI in sustainable farming practices.The synergy between green computing practices and economic growth in achieving sustainable development.The integration of green computing with e-waste management to tackle environmental challenges in the IT sector.How the "green Internet of Things" (IoT) is transforming smart city development by integrating ecological awareness and sustainability into urban planning.This book covers the wide range of principles essential for achieving long-term sustainability. It is a step toward fostering a balanced relationship between technological advancement and environmental stewardship.

Soomro, Mansoor, The Generalist Advantage: Proven Framework to Explore the Potential of 4 Types of Generalists at Work. 272 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-413>
ISBN 978-1-394-27640-0 hard ¥5,360.- (税込) US$ 24.99

Transition from a specialist into a generalist to meet the demands of the new world of business It is a game-changing book for our era of specialization! - Des Dearlove, Thinkers50 The Generalist Advantage is a useful framework for firms in transition, preparing themselves for a high-tech future. - Yuri Bender, Financial Times The Generalist Advantage: Proven Framework to Explore the Potential of 4 Types of Generalists at Work delivers a compelling argument as to why generalists-those with diverse skill sets and broad industry exposure-hold a unique advantage in shaping the future of work. This book provides actionable insights for those who are still going down the path of the specialist, in this age of AI. Some of the topics explored in this book include: The learning loop, covering lifelong learning as a generalist, building your personal learning ecosystem, and embracing failure as a path to growthThe leadership spectrum, covering diverse leadership styles in the age of AI, the generalist leader's toolkit, and the importance of flexibility and adaptabilityFuture ready skills for the generalist leader, covering creative problem solving, complex decision making and multidisciplinary learning The Generalist Advantage: Proven Framework to Explore the Potential of 4 Types of Generalists at Work is a timely, essential read for all business leaders, executives, and middle managers seeking to adopt a superior approach to the way they do business and help lead their organizations through a tumultuous transformative period. Soomro makes the timely and valuable case that specialization in academia and business has gone too far. - Martin Reeves, Boston Consulting Group Henderson Institute Dr. Mansoor delivers a masterful guide and offers a powerful framework for embracing versatility in the AI era. - Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, NYT bestselling author of What Got You Here Won't Get You There I cherish this book because it puts words on the life I have lived. Mansoor validates why it is important to be a generalist. - Professor Dave Ulrich, University of Michigan

Stuppard, Charles L., Sea Dog: A Seafaring Captain's Lessons in Leadership. 240 pp. 2025:5 (Wiley, US) <744-414>
ISBN 978-1-394-24824-7 hard ¥6,424.- (税込) US$ 29.95

Your guide to becoming a worthy leader, based on true stories from a fulfilling military career From the high seas to high commands in Iraq, Kuwait, and Afghanistan, Sea Dog: A Seafaring Captain's Lessons in Leadership tells the tale of Charles L. Stuppard and his journey from growing up surrounded by poverty and violence to becoming a Navy Captain in charge of the US Navy's most technologically sophisticated warship. In this book, Stuppard details exactly how he managed to not only become a great leader, but one who acts with character, empathy, and honor, not because of inherent advantages in his life, but rather through learning and applying hard lessons at every point in his fulfilling career. Drawing on captivating stories from intense special training and beyond, this book covers key leadership concepts such as: Learning to focus on the right things so that the rest of your team will follow your leadDefining your success as a leader by what people say about you after you leave your organizationUsing your power to encourage empathy and generosity in yourself and others Captivating, inspiring, and practical, Sea Dog: A Seafaring Captain's Lessons in Leadership is an essential read for aspiring and current leaders across organizations and industries who seek to lead with confidence, charisma, and compassion.

Walzer, Norman / Merrett, Christopher D. (eds.), Retaining and Transitioning Businesses in Communities: Strategies in a New Era. (Community Development Research and Practice Series) 250 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-415>
ISBN 978-1-032-80563-4 hard ¥40,832.- (税込) GB￡ 145.00
ISBN 978-1-032-80562-7 paper ¥11,260.- (税込) GB￡ 39.99

This edited collection presents successful business succession planning in smaller rural communities where profit margins are low, markets are shrinking, and there are few potential buyers. Finding innovative ways to successfully transition these businesses to new owners is at the heart of community and economic development efforts if many of these communities are to thrive in the future. Chapters outline options for successfully transitioning businesses that have worked in Canada, England, and the U.S. The book explores a variety of alternative approaches to transitioning small businesses to new owners using a different ownership model. A common theme running through these approaches is that employees and/or members of the community are engaged in working with or possibly owning the business in some cases. The book's discussions are not prescriptive, recommending specific models or strategies. Instead, they provide valuable insights into viable alternatives and suggest additional resource materials. This book is essential for academics, policymakers, and practitioners working on community and economic development issues, especially in areas with aging populations.

Wassenaar, Christina L. / Pearce, Craig L. / Lorinkova, Natalia, Shared Leadership 2.0: Taking Stock and Looking Forward. (Elements in Leadership) 75 pp. 2025:4 (Cambridge U. Pr., UK) * paper 2025:3 <744-416>
ISBN 978-1-009-56051-1 hard ¥14,076.- (税込) GB￡ 49.99
ISBN 978-1-009-56048-1 paper ¥4,787.- (税込) GB￡ 17.00

Shared leadership entails a dynamic, interactive influence process among groups and teams. Whereas traditional models of leadership emphasize the importance of vertical leadership as a role occupied by an individual in a designated position, shared leadership emphasizes the importance of leadership as an unfolding social process, shifting the influence to the person with the most relevant knowledge, skills and abilities, juxtaposed against the emerging task related requirements. Research shows that shared leadership is a robust predictor of group, team and organizational outcomes across a variety of organizations, industries and cultural contexts. In fact, shared leadership is a better predictor of outcomes than vertical leadership. This Element provides a comprehensive review of the research on shared leadership, and points to promising directions for the future, in terms of both research and the practical application of shared leadership in action. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

Weiner, Allen N., The Highflier Handbook: How to Be Seen and Become a Leader at Work. 240 pp. 2025:4 (Wiley, US) <744-417>
ISBN 978-1-394-30604-6 hard ¥6,435.- (税込) US$ 30.00

Master the skills to be recognized as a leader in any professional setting In The Highflier Handbook, renowned executive coach and advisor, Allen N. Weiner, guides readers through the essential qualities and behaviors that distinguish outstanding performers in the workplace. The book addresses the common challenge of being overlooked for leadership roles despite competence and hard work. Through practical advice and insights drawn from nearly 50 years of experience and interviews with CEOs, Weiner provides a roadmap for professionals to enhance their communication, behavior, and overall presence to be seen as potential leaders. The author offers invaluable strategies for standing out in crowded professional environments. You'll learn how to project composure, competence, and charisma, communicate effectively, and exhibit the non-verbal cues that signal leadership potential. The book is structured around interviews with top executives, providing real-world examples of how successful leaders behave and communicate. Each chapter covers a specific trait or skill essential for leadership, from maintaining composure under pressure to demonstrating strategic thinking and providing impactful feedback. Inside the book: Learn key behaviors and communication techniques that signal leadership potentialDiscover practical tips from interviews with CEOs and industry leadersUnderstand the importance of non-verbal cues in conveying confidence and competenceGain insights into how to provide and receive feedback most effectively The Highflier Handbook is an essential resource for professionals at all stages of their careers who aspire to leadership roles. Whether you're a new employee aiming to make a strong impression, a mid-level manager looking to advance, or an executive seeking to refine your leadership skills, this book provides the tools and insights needed to be recognized as a highflyer.

Zacharakis, Andrew / Corbett, Andrew C. / Bygrave, W. D., Entrepreneurship. 6th ed. 496 pp. 2025:3 (Wiley, US) <744-418>
ISBN 978-1-394-26280-9 paper ¥19,508.- (税込) US$ 90.95

Guides aspiring entrepreneurs through the process of starting a new venture in today's economy Entrepreneurship is an essential resource for both undergraduate and MBA courses on new venture creation. With a focused "hands-on" learning approach, this leading textbook integrates contemporary cases, practical examples, and foundational theory in a single volume. Student-friendly chapters explain each step of the entrepreneurial process, including idea generation, prototyping, opportunity evaluation, business model development, team building, marketing, financial forecasting, legal and tax considerations, and much more. Now in its sixth edition, Entrepreneurship is thoroughly updated to reflect today's business environment. Entirely new material on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital marketing is accompanied by new examples and case studies of entrepreneurs facing issues in the real world. Throughout this edition, the authors provide timely insights on engaging with new ventures as investors, bankers, accountants, lawyers, vendors, customers, and employees. Delving into the real-world trials and tribulations of entrepreneurs in the US and around the world, Entrepreneurship, Sixth Edition, remains the go-to textbook for upper-level undergraduate business, management, and entrepreneurship majors, MBA students, early-career business professionals, and general readers wanting to understand what it takes to create a new venture in the modern business landscape.

Zaghmout, Bilal, Paranoia in Leadership: Leading Through Uncertainty and Strategies for Resilience. (Routledge Studies in Leadership and Leadership Development) 170 pp. 2025:6 (Routledge, UK) <744-419>
ISBN 978-1-032-78648-3 hard ¥40,832.- (税込) GB￡ 145.00

Leadership has emerged as a cornerstone of progress and transformation in organizations and societies in a world marked by constant change and ambiguity. However, one of the most formidable challenges leaders face is paranoia in leadership. This book is a profound exploration of this enigmatic phenomenon that plagues leaders and organizations, offering insights, solutions, and guidance for those navigating the complex terrain of leadership. With its unique focus on navigating paranoia within the context of leadership, this book delves explicitly into the nuanced challenge of paranoia. It offers practical insights and strategies for leaders to navigate and thrive in uncertain environments. It dissects the multifaceted nature of paranoia in leadership, delves into its psychological underpinnings, and provides practical strategies for mitigating its impact. By offering a comprehensive understanding of how to lead with resilience and trust, the book empowers leaders to confidently navigate the complexities of leadership in a world marked by uncertainty. It will be of interest to researchers, academics, practitioners, and students in the fields of leadership, organizational studies, psychology, and sociology.

Guo, Michael Xin, Data Analysis for Business Students: A Mind-Mapping Approach. 256 pp. 2025:7 (Routledge, UK) <744-255>
ISBN 978-1-032-79699-4 hard ¥40,832.- (税込) GB￡ 145.00
ISBN 978-1-032-79698-7 paper ¥11,260.- (税込) GB￡ 39.99

Data Analysis for Business Students: A Mind-Mapping Approach is an innovative educational resource that guides business students in mastering the essential concepts and methodologies of data analysis. This textbook's unique instructional design incorporates mind maps, a proven cognitive tool to streamline the learning experience, making complex data analysis concepts more digestible. Organised into six parts, the textbook covers introductory topics, data collection and presentation, basic and advanced data analytics techniques, special issues in data analysis, and data analysis in the digital world. By integrating mind maps with practical applications and real-world case studies, the textbook equips students with the analytical acumen necessary to navigate the data-rich business world.This unique pedagogical approach offers three key advantages:Simplifying complex information: Mind maps systematically organise information, making it easier for students to understand complex data analysis concepts.Improving memory retention: By linking pieces of information together, mind maps stimulate the brain, activating long-term memory, and enhancing memory retention.Increasing student engagement: Mind maps can help students prepare for class activities, enabling a deeper understanding of the subject and allowing instructors to focus more on practical skills and critical thinking.With extensive online resources, including PowerPoint slides, an instructor's manual, a quiz bank, and tutorial questions, as well as instructional videos on creating your own mind maps, Data Analysis for Business Students: A Mind-Mapping Approach offers a fresh and invigorating look at the subject which will be highly valued by business students at advanced undergraduate and postgraduate level.