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MicroLink strategy drives innovation
In: Strategic Direction 28 (2012) 2, pp. 26-28
writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the article in context. Findings – When people think of innovation it …
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A pharmaceutical firm links internal communication to innovative developments
In: Strategic Direction 28 (2012) 4, pp. 9-11
culture to achieve innovation in the workplace. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent … encouraged by a common culture and by some communication methods. Theoretical research into internal communication, innovation … innovation. Practical implications – Managers can test whether their internal communications are effectively selling their …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015010704
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Resilience during times of crisis: a study of service firms
In: Strategic Direction 39 (2023) 10, pp. 20-22
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015013117
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The new normal?
In: Strategic Direction 38 (2022) 3, pp. 7-8
Design: This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Purpose: This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015013524
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Pulp fact: South African paper mill’s TPM journey
In: Strategic Direction 19 (2003) 4, pp. 17-19
manufacturing organization. Total productive maintenance (TPM) has the potential to maximize manufacturing productivity with just a …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015009702
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Meeting the manufacturing challenge
In: Strategic Direction 20 (2004) 11, pp. 28-30
Globalization has created an increasingly competitive environment in which manufacturers are racing to provide customer‐specific, innovative, and cost‐effective products. One strategic tool that has been seen by many as key to managing these demands, by helping manufactures to leverage...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015009852
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Linking theory and practice in Siemens' new training initiative
In: Strategic Direction 28 (2012) 11, pp. 12-13
Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015010773
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How to grow: a special report on the world economy
In: Strategic Direction 27 (2011) 3
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015011662
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Stress is good; more stress is better
In: Strategic Direction 31 (2015) 2, pp. 4-6
Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015011998
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Why is productivity falling in 2013? The role of leadership in creating growth during the recession
Denton, Alan - In: Strategic Direction 29 (2013) 7, pp. 3-5
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of leadership in business growth and productivity. Design …/methodology/approach – It does this through reference to coaching activity, drawing on practical, real life experience. The productivity source … productivity is more of a contributory factor to the recession than previously thought. Findings/research – Productivity in British …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10015012340