This path-breaking book investigates the challenges of realizing the Asian century. Prosperity in Asia does not only mean economic growth; the issues of public health, sanitation, income equality, the social safety net and efficient use of natural resources are also important. It argues for new...

"Cover" -- "About the author" -- "Title" -- "Copyright" -- "Contents" -- "Foreword" -- "Preface" -- "Acknowledgements" -- "Introduction: the reflective observer" -- "1. This centuryâ#x80;#x99;s new creation myth" -- "2. Good capitalism: love, hope, art and social progress" -- "3. Health, wealth and...

The study examines the nature and impact of Japanese idea of continuous improvement (CI) at 14 automobile components companies in Australia. It assesses the extent to which CI practices inform management systems and work organization. The study is focused on the degree to which decentralized...

The study examines the nature and impact of Japanese idea of continuous improvement (CI) at 14 automobile components companies in Australia. It assesses the extent to which CI practices inform management systems and work organization. The study is focused on the degree to which decentralized...