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Purpose – As healthcare has become more scientifically based and far more sophisticated in terms of technology, it has become more fragmented in terms of care‐giving, and less personal. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the challenging task of leading and managing in the gap between...
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China. Design/methodology/approach – The paper outlines the context of innovation in China and describes the triple helix … model of knowledge‐based innovation. Findings – China's re‐emergence as a major power in the world economy points to the … needs of integrating China into the global innovation networks. However, there are a number of challenges facing Chinese …
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technological innovation leading towards economic development. China has made a 15‐year plan to develop an innovation driven economy … technological innovation, industrial clusters and economic development, and, China's innovation plan. Findings – China has emerged … order to stabilize and move towards the investment driven and then to the innovation‐driven stage, China requires a strong …
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Analyses the articles published in the FIU Hospitality Review during a seven‐year period from 1989‐1995. Identifies seven main themes: people and organizations; marketing; environmental change; total quality management and strategy; education; financial analysis and accounting practice; tourism...
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Reports on the Change and Convergence Workshop, held at the Institution of Electrical Engineers in London in March 1996. Identifies social, economic and other barriers to effective exploitation of new forms of information systems and considers actions that might be taken to eliminate or reduce...
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The transition to a more technological work environment obviously calls for massive re‐education of the existing workforce, as well as preparation for new occupations. But for contemporary leaders, there will also have to be a parallel new education as to the role and function of management...
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Describes the personal skills which will be needed to generate a 21st‐century mindset. Business, economics and society are changing at an extraordinary speed. To succeed, all of us ‐ including our leaders and managers ‐ need to learn faster, think smarter and break free of confining...
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to offer an opinion of current strategic thinking in North American organizations. By doing so, the paper presents a strategic model organizations can use that focuses on clarity. Design/methodology/approach The opinion and strategic framework was informed by...
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More CEOs and senior executives need to believe in the power of innovation to increase earnings, stock price, employee … and customer satisfaction, and global competitiveness. Innovation is the single most important factor in the future growth … of any business venture. Innovation is a mindset ‐ a new way to think about business strategies and practice. This …
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Argues that to innovate is the only sure‐fire way to ensure long‐term stability, satisfy shareholder growth goals, maximize employee happiness, and stay at the forefront of industry. Identifies the contrarian views and guiding principles which are embraced by successfully innovative...
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