Surveys continue to highlight that most senior business executives aredissatisfied with the value they believe their organizations are deriving frominvestments in information technology. What is often forgotten is that IT initself has no inherent value. This value must be unlocked, and only...

This research analysed factors and sets of factors that affect and explain the varying levelsof success in the adoption and use of IS/IT (Information Systems/Information Technology)in Portuguese manufacturing SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises). The study setout to fill a gap in knowledge...

Despite the considerable number of electronic B2B marketplaces formed and the benefits cited as arising from their use, many have gone out of business. This exploratory study seeks to provide a qualitative exposition of the specific factors influencing the adoption of consortium-owned B2B...

"This book explores how effective planning and communication helps business families around the world address growth challenges as they strive to become high performing multi-generation family enterprises"--