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The Relationship of Structure to Entrepreneurial and Innovative Success

Herbig, Paul; Golden, James E.; Dunphy, Steven - In: Marketing Intelligence & Planning 12 (1994) 9, pp. 37-48

Entrepreneurs and innovation go together like the proverbial horse and carriage. Entrepreneurs seek opportunities and innovations often provide the instrument for them to succeed. However, certain cultural and structural attributes are inherent within a society which can emphasize...

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The Meaning of Marketing Productivity Analysis

Thomas, Michael J. - In: Marketing Intelligence & Planning 2 (1984) 2, pp. 13-28

The use of productivity measurement in relation to the marketing function is relatively new. The central role of …. Marketing productivity analysis is an important tool in evaluating the performance of the marketing department in carrying out …

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Marketing Productivity Analysis: A Research Report

Thomas, Michael J. - In: Marketing Intelligence & Planning 4 (1986) 2, pp. 2-71

The conceptual problem associated with marketing productivity analysis is examined followed by an examination of … currrent practice in marketing productivity in the following areas — on the product line, in advertising and promotional mix …

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Cracking the code of business

Emiliani, M.L. - In: Management Decision 38 (2000) 2, pp. 60-79

Large public companies restructure themselves on a regular basis with the primary goals of achieving better financial performance and demonstrating responsiveness to shareholder interests. However, it is well know that such discontinuities typically result in great stress and confusion amongst...

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The misplaced origin of just‐in‐time production methods

Petersen, Peter B. - In: Management Decision 40 (2002) 1, pp. 82-88

Just‐in‐time (JIT) production methods were popularized by the excellent results achieved by Japanese industry. When it became evident during the 1970s that the Japanese were gaining markets previously dominated by Americans, there was considerable interest in learning how Japanese industry...

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Understanding and Managing Informal Groups

Hussein, Raef T. - In: Management Decision 28 (1990) 8

organisation′s ends. This is especially true as regards productivity, and the variables affecting productivity are discussed. The … article then concentrates on leadership as a factor affecting group productivity. In this context, interactions between … to increase productivity. The importance of good relationships between formal and informal groups is emphasised, and a …

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Structures and Processes of Company Quality Control Circles (QCCs): An Explanatory Study of Japan, the USA and Singapore

Ghosh, B.C.; Kia Song, Lim - In: Management Decision 29 (1991) 7

The spectacular productivity gains achieved by Japanese firms from quality circle programmes have attracted the … Singapore, the National Productivity Board has directed its effort towards a nationwide use of quality circle programmes … improving quality of products, increasing productivity, improving skills level, motivating workers and enhancing morale. However …

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Productivity Plus

Escover, John L. - In: Management Decision 31 (1993) 7

for increasing productivity. This 1992 study focuses on a robust process of enhanced communications and employee … involvement. Results were increased productivity and employee satisfaction. The process involves egotiating: expectations … per cent productivity gain in a segment of an established Fortune 100 company. …

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Productivity management: the Japanese experience

Stainer, Alan - In: Management Decision 33 (1995) 8, pp. 4-12

Gives an overview of Japanese productivity management in both manufacturing and service industries. Discusses education … and training, as well as corporate attitudes to productivity. Highlights the relationship of productivity to the Japanese … productivity management and their control systems. Reveals the prominence of productivity and quality in Japanese operations …

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Self‐managed work teams approach: creative management tool or a fad?

Elmuti, Dean - In: Management Decision 35 (1997) 3, pp. 233-239

‐managed teams concept can be seen as a strategy to increase motivation, quality, productivity, customer satisfaction and to sustain …

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