AbstractThe following sections are included:Introduction: Theme of This ChapterConceptual Framework of Robust Hybrid Supply ChainTwo concepts of product composition: Specialized parts and common partsHybrid supply chain that uses both market and network organizationCost-reduction efficiency...

Key Features:Offers a uniquely Japanese perspective on business group managementElaborates upon research results and studies of group management in JapanConsiders various forms of business combination and separation in JapanExplores systematically management methods in Japanese companies, such...

Key Features:Shows how to link BPM (Business Process Management) with existing management tools, for a holistic management modelIncludes case studies of well-known Japanese and Korean companies such as Matsushita and LG Electronics.

Key Features:Focuses on how to motivate network members to contribute to the overall performance of the network as a wholeDiffers from many other titles on supply chain management from the view point of production management.

Key Features:Proposes a new institutional fundamentalism based on the merits of market competitionExamines several problems relating to mergers and acquisitionsExplains the advantage of going-private transactions.

Key Features:Introduces general concepts of international management accountingDraws a link between the international management accounting system, corporate strategy, and organizational structure and managementIncludes case studies of three leading Japanese electronics companies, and...