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Foundations for a Humanitarian Economy: Re-thinking Boethius’ Consolation of Philosophy (ISSN)
by William D. BishopThe modern global economy and discipline of economics place mathematical calculation above human concern. However, a re-reading of Boethius’ The Consolation of Philosophy can positively highlight the contrast in values and spirit of the early medieval European world with our own scientific age.This book discusses the historical and cultural contexts that influenced Boethius’ writing and explores how Consolation offers a radically different understanding of economic concepts: wealth from inner happiness and virtues, poverty from hoarding outer possessions, self-sufficiency in the greater whole, enlightenment through misfortune, and development as fruition from the Good. These economic considerations resonate with a range of heterodox economic perspectives, such as Ecological and Buddhist Economics. The fundamental revaluations gained through Boethius pose a critique of mainstream neoclassical and neoliberal economics: to consumerism, avarice, growth and technology fetishism, and market rationality. These economic foundations resonate into a time when global crises raise the question of fundamental human priorities, offering alternatives to an ever-expanding industrial market economy designed for profit, and helping to avoid irrevocable socio-ecological disasters. The issues raised and questioned in this book will be of significant interest to readers with concern for pluralist approaches to economics, philosophy, classics, ancient history and theology.
How to Fix (unf*ck) a Country: Six things to reboot South Africa
by Roy HavemannAfter state capture, South Africa is f*cked not in a good place. The system is down. How do we reboot? Our is not the first country to find itself in a difficult spot. China, India, South Korea, Vietnam and many others have gone from being economic basket cases to powerhouses, lifting millions out of poverty. So how can we pick ourselves up and fix things? In this book, Roy Havemann argues that right now we need to focus on six basic 'E's: Eskom, Education, Environment, Exports, Equality, and Ethics. Havemann lays out how we can practically bring in lessons from other countries and learn from their achievements and mistakes, for example, how China, Greece and Colombia solved load-shedding, how different South American countries are dealing with inequality and how Brazil and Kenya are upgrading their education systems. He shows that we are slowly moving in the right direction. Our own 'Operation Vulindlela' delivery unit, which is a joint initiative of the Presidency and the Treasury, is implementing change where it's needed but more can be done to accelerate reforms to make South Africa a success. Sometimes the solutions to our problems are right here in our very own country – all that is needed is for us to recognise and harness them.
What It Takes: My Playbook On Life And Leadership
by Sarina WiegmanWinning strategies of one of football’s most successful coaches
DevOps Unleashed with Git and GitHub: Automate, collaborate, and innovate to enhance your DevOps workflow and development experience
by Yuki HattoriUnlock the full potential of your team with Git mastery, seamless DevOps workflows, and the power of AI integrationKey FeaturesGain a comprehensive understanding of Git, GitHub, and DevOps with practical implementation tipsEmbark on a holistic exploration of DevOps workflows, scaling, DevSecOps, and GitHub CopilotDiscover the best practices for optimizing processes and team productivityPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionGit and GitHub are absolutely crucial for DevOps, playing a multifaceted role in streamlining the software development lifecycle and enabling smoother collaboration between development and operations teams. DevOps Unleashed with Git and GitHub enables you to harness the power of Git and GitHub to streamline workflows, drive collaboration, and fuel innovation. Authored by an expert from GitHub, the book starts by guiding you through Git fundamentals and delving into DevOps and the developer experience. As you progress, you’ll understand how to leverage GitHub's collaboration and automation features, and even use GitHub Copilot for enhanced productivity. You'll also learn how to bridge the DevOps gap, maintain code quality, and implement robust security measures. Additionally, hands-on exercises will equip you to elevate your developer experience, foster teamwork, and drive innovation at the speed of DevOps. By the end of this DevOps book, you’ll have mastered the Git fundamentals, conquered collaboration challenges, and unleashed the power of GitHub as you transform your DevOps workflows.What you will learnMaster the fundamentals of Git and GitHubUnlock DevOps principles that drive automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/ CD), and monitoringFacilitate seamless cross-team collaborationBoost productivity using GitHub ActionsMeasure and improve development velocityLeverage the GitHub Copilot AI tool to elevate your developer experienceWho this book is forIf you’re aiming to enhance collaboration, productivity, and DevOps practices to enrich your development experience, this book is for you. Novice DevOps engineers will be able resolve their doubts surrounding Git and GitHub errors, while IT admins and system engineers will be able to effortlessly embrace DevOps principles with pragmatic insights. For infrastructure engineers looking to delve into cloud-based collaboration and optimal management practices, this book provides valuable knowledge to facilitate a seamless transition into the DevOps landscape.
Mastering Prometheus: Gain expert tips to monitoring your infrastructure, applications, and services
by William HegedusLearn how to effectively implement, manage, and optimize Prometheus for monitoring your systemsKey FeaturesAchieve high availability with Prometheus by using ThanosIntegrate Prometheus into your broader observability stack with OpenTelemetryTweak, tune, and debug Prometheus to reliably scale without limitsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionWith an increased focus on observability and reliability, establishing a scalable and reliable monitoring environment is more important than ever. Over the last decade, Prometheus has emerged as the leading open-source, time-series based monitoring software catering to this demand. This book is your guide to scaling, operating, and extending Prometheus from small on-premises workloads to multi-cloud globally distributed workloads and everything in between. Starting with an introduction to Prometheus and its role in observability, the book provides a walkthrough of its deployment. You’ll explore Prometheus’s query language and TSDB data model, followed by dynamic service discovery for monitoring targets and refining alerting through custom templates and formatting. The book then demonstrates horizontal scaling of Prometheus via sharding and federation, while equipping you with debugging techniques and strategies to fine-tune data ingestion. Advancing through the chapters, you’ll manage Prometheus at scale through CI validations and templating with Jsonnet, and integrate Prometheus with other projects such as OpenTelemetry, Thanos, VictoriaMetrics, and Mimir. By the end of this book, you’ll have practical knowledge of Prometheus and its ecosystem, which will help you discern when, why, and how to scale it to meet your ever-growing needs.What you will learnDeploy Prometheus and Node Exporter to public clouds and KubernetesGain in-depth knowledge of how Prometheus’s underlying code worksBuild your own custom service-discovery providers for PrometheusDebug Prometheus performance issues to identify cardinality issues in your environmentUse VictoriaMetrics and/or Grafana Mimir for remote storage of Prometheus dataDefine and implement SLO-based alertingWho this book is forThe book is for site reliability engineers (SREs), developers, and platform engineers involved in the monitoring and observability of their team or company’s systems. A background in Prometheus is assumed, so the book dedicates minimal time to the basics of getting Prometheus up and running. Whether you aim to expand monitoring capabilities, streamline configuration management, or enhance integration with existing tools, this book will help you maximize the potential of your Prometheus monitoring stack.
Unleashing the Power of Data with Trusted AI: A guide for board members and executives
by Wendy Turner-WilliamsDiscover the transformative potential of AI for data-driven decision-making and fast-track your organization's growth journey with trusted AI implementation Key FeaturesGain comprehensive insights and analyses to make quick and accurate decisionsLearn to integrate trusted AI into your organizational workflows and decision-making processesExplore real-world case studies that showcase the transformative impact of AI in diverse industriesPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionWritten by a distinguished leader and innovator who has been instrumental in spearheading digital, cloud, and AI transformations across global brands, Unleashing the Power of Data with Trusted AI is an indispensable resource that will make you AI-ready. This comprehensive guide is designed to meet the urgent need for clarity and to give you actionable insights into today's rapidly evolving landscape of AI and its fundamental driver - data. You’ll delve into the exciting world of AI and its integration with data, uncover its significance, ethical considerations, and strategic applications with real-life success stories from industry giants like Starbucks, Netflix, and Siemens. You’ll also witness first-hand how the integration of data and AI has reshaped markets and elevated customer experiences, and discover the future of generative AI based on several surveys and case studies. You’ll gain an understanding of how AI has evolved across industries, empowering decision-making and fostering innovation. Tailored for board members, executives, innovators, and tech enthusiasts, this immersive guide will reshape your understanding of data and AI synergy. By the end of this guide, you’ll be able to lead your teams, customers, partners, and organizations confidently and responsibly in the era of AI. What you will learnNavigate ethical considerations and comply with data regulations effectivelyElevate data quality and enhance data literacy within your organizationCraft effective AI strategies for data analytics processesExplore real-world case studies showcasing the tangible benefits of trusted AIOptimize decision-making processes by harnessing AI-driven insightsWho this book is forThis report is for executives and board members of mid to large enterprises, such as CDAIOs, CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, CPOs, and CEOs, as well as AI, data, ethics, privacy, and security professionals. With this book, you’ll confidently develop your data and AI implementation strategy and navigate the complex landscape of emerging technologies with clarity.
The Complete Power BI Interview Guide: A modern approach to acing the data analyst interview and landing your dream job
by Sandielly Ortega Polanco Gogula Aryalingam Abu Bakar AlviBuild your career in data analytics with this ultimate guide to excelling as a Power BI professionalKey FeaturesSeize your dream job with expert guidance for interview preparation and valuable tipsNavigate the hiring process confidently with a proven step-by-step approachStand out from the competition by honing your technical skills and interview strategiesPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionIn our increasingly data-driven world, the demand for skilled data analysts and Power BI developers has surged, driven by the growing reliance on data-driven decision-making across industries. The Complete Power BI Interview Guide adopts an all-encompassing approach to empowering job seekers to excel in Power BI interviews and secure their desired roles. Whether you're just starting your career journey or transitioning into a data analytics role, this guide is an indispensable resource. This book equips you with the knowledge and strategies to effectively navigate the competitive job market. From creating an outstanding online professional profile to optimizing your resume and building a compelling work portfolio, you'll learn how to establish a strong personal brand. The essentials of Power BI, including data preparation, data modeling, DAX programming, expert report development, and impactful storytelling, are covered in-depth through real-world examples and valuable tips. By the end of this book, you'll have the confidence to interview for Power BI roles, navigate technical assessments, answer behavioral questions, and tackle case studies. You’ll have gained the competitive edge needed to succeed in the data analytics job market and stay ahead of industry trends for career advancement.What you will learnElevate your profile presentation with standout techniquesNavigate the Power BI job market strategically for job hunting successCultivate essential soft skills for career growthExplore the complete analytics development cycle in Power BIMaster key Power BI development concepts in core areasGain insights into HR interviews, salary negotiations, and onboarding proceduresWho this book is forThis book is for data enthusiasts and professionals aspiring to secure interviews for roles such as data analyst, business intelligence analyst or developer, and Power BI-related positions. Whether you're new to the field or an experienced practitioner, this book provides valuable insights and strategies to enhance your Power BI skills and succeed in the hiring process. Basic knowledge of Power BI and data analytics, coupled with a drive to create impactful Power BI solutions with precise data insights, will help you make the most of this book.
Enterprise GENERATIVE AI Well-Architected Framework & Patterns: An Architect's Real-life Guide to Adopting Generative AI in Enterprises at Scale
by Suvoraj BiswasElevate your AI projects with our course on Enterprise Generative AI using AWS's Well-Architected Framework, paving the way for innovation and efficiencyKey FeaturesLearn to secure AI environmentsAchieve excellence in AI architectureImplement AI with AWS solutionsBook DescriptionThe course begins with an insightful introduction to the burgeoning field of Generative AI, laying down a robust framework for understanding its applications within the AWS ecosystem. The course focuses on meticulously detailing the five pillars of the AWS Well-Architected Framework—Operational Excellence, Security, Compliance, Reliability, and Cost Optimization. Each module is crafted to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of these essential areas, integrating Generative AI technologies. You'll learn how to navigate the complexities of securing AI systems, ensuring they comply with legal and regulatory standards, and designing them for unparalleled reliability. Practical sessions on cost optimization strategies for AI projects will empower you to deliver value without compromising on performance or scalability. Furthermore, the course delves into System Architecture Excellence, emphasizing the importance of robust design principles in creating effective Generative AI solutions. The course wraps up by offering a forward-looking perspective on the Common Architectural Pattern for FM/LLM Integration & Adoption within the AWS framework. You'll gain hands-on experience with AWS solutions specifically tailored for Generative AI applications, including Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB, among others.What you will learnApply Operational Excellence in AISecure Generative AI implementationsNavigate compliance in AI solutionsEnsure reliability in AI systemsOptimize costs for AI projectsIntegrate FM/LLM with AWS solutionsWho this book is forThis course is designed for IT professionals, solutions architects, and DevOps engineers looking to specialize in Generative AI. A foundational understanding of AWS and cloud computing is beneficial.
The Borders of the European Union in a Conflictual World: Interdisciplinary European Studies
by Antonina Bakardjieva Engelbrekt Per Ekman Anna Michalski Lars OxelheimThis open access book examines the implications for the EU of a radically changed international context characterized by systemic rivalry, competition over norms and regulations, and growing strategic tension. Globalization that once tied national economies together and internationalized social phenomena, such as education, research and innovation, and tourism, has gone in reverse. An opposite trend is driving the world into distinct spheres of competing models of governance, regulation, technological development, and communication. Facing the most extensive rupture of economic and inter-state relations since the onset of the Cold War, the management of the EU’s internal and external borders is taking on a completely new meaning. The open access book brings together scholars from economics, law, and political science to provide up dated assessments and policy advice on the insecurity in the neighborhood and war in Ukraine, the EU’s role in the future European security architecture,weaponized energy dependence, and the global competition on norms.
Decision Support Systems XIV. Human-Centric Group Decision, Negotiation and Decision Support Systems for Societal Transitions: 10th International Conference on Decision Support System Technology, ICDSST 2024, Porto, Portugal, June 3–5, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Business Information Processing #506)
by Sérgio Pedro Duarte António Lobo Boris Delibašić Daouda KamissokoThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Decision Support Systems Technologies, ICDSST 2024, held in June 2024. The EWG-DSS series of International Conference on Decision Support System Technology (ICDSST) is planned to consolidate the tradition of annual events organized by the EWG-DSS in offering a platform for European and international DSS communities, comprising the academic and industrial sectors, to present state-of-the-art DSS research and developments, to discuss current challenges that surround decision-making processes, to exchange ideas about realistic and innovative solutions, and to co-develop potential business opportunities. This year the main topic was: Human-Centric Group Decision, Negotiation and Decision Support Systems for Societal Transitions. The 10 full papers included in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 29 submissions. They have been organized in topical sections as follows: Decision support tools and methods; and decision factors.
Coloniality of Power and Progressive Politics in Latin America: Development, Indigenous Politics and Buen Vivir (Emerging Globalities and Civilizational Perspectives)
by Ronaldo MunckThis book makes the powerful argument that Latin America needs to be a more central part of the discourse on emerging globalities and in the pursuit of an inter-civilizational focus to avoid West-centric perspectives. It deploys a cultural political economy approach that sees the global political economy as inescapably cultural and allows us to avoid the hyper-rational analysis of economics. It explores various aspects of contemporary Latin America from the revival of dependency theory, the ‘pink tide’ governments since 2000 and, in particular, the potential of the Andean Buen Vivir political philosophy, to offer a distinctive paradigm for sustainable global development.The book provides a de-colonial frame and shows how many recent and new social science perspectives emerging globally are connected with Latin American scholars and Latin American social experiments: namely, dependency, decolonial and post-colonial epistemologies, post-neoliberalism, and the notion ofPluriverse. The book focuses on the cultural, the ethical, the economic and the political, and environmental dimensions of this transformation, which represents a reaction and alternative to the Western cultural, including ethical, economic, political, environmental crises.The readership for this book includes all who are fascinated by the globalization lens on the one hand, and the experience and lessons of Latin America on the other hand.
New Uzbekistan: The Third Renaissance (Europa Perspectives: Emerging Economies)
by Bakhrom Mirkasimov Richard PomfretThis book reviews and analyses the comprehensive socioeconomic reforms undertaken in Uzbekistan since 2016 by the government led by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The volume takes the reader through the different sectors of the economy and the effects of reforms on the country’s citizens. The various developments are detailed, examining the gains and the gaps in terms of policy and implementation. Using the broad tools of economics and, in particular, of development economics, the authors present evidence to drive their conclusions and recommendations, and also draw on comparative cases from policy and practice to illustrate alternative approaches and results from measures in other transition countries.Implementing Uzbekistan’s ambitious economic transformation into a market economy is a challenging process that takes time. This book provides the first systematic and comprehensive discussion of the government’s reform areas, including the macroeconomic fundamentals, business and investment climate, the energy, transport, health, education, social protection, financial, banking and agriculture sectors, regional trade, tourism and transport connectivity, reform of state-owned enterprises, as well as public services, citizen engagement and gender equality.
New Uzbekistan: The Third Renaissance (Europa Perspectives: Emerging Economies)
by Bakhrom Mirkasimov Richard PomfretThis book reviews and analyses the comprehensive socioeconomic reforms undertaken in Uzbekistan since 2016 by the government led by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The volume takes the reader through the different sectors of the economy and the effects of reforms on the country’s citizens. The various developments are detailed, examining the gains and the gaps in terms of policy and implementation. Using the broad tools of economics and, in particular, of development economics, the authors present evidence to drive their conclusions and recommendations, and also draw on comparative cases from policy and practice to illustrate alternative approaches and results from measures in other transition countries.Implementing Uzbekistan’s ambitious economic transformation into a market economy is a challenging process that takes time. This book provides the first systematic and comprehensive discussion of the government’s reform areas, including the macroeconomic fundamentals, business and investment climate, the energy, transport, health, education, social protection, financial, banking and agriculture sectors, regional trade, tourism and transport connectivity, reform of state-owned enterprises, as well as public services, citizen engagement and gender equality.
Reconsidering Central Bank Independence
by null Stan Du Plessis null Andreas Freytag null Dawie van LillCentral bank independence has become one of the most widely accepted tenets of modern monetary policy. According to this view, the main role of independent central banks is to maintain price stability through the adjustment of short-term interest rates. Reconsidering Central Bank Independence argues that the global financial crisis has undermined confidence in this view as central banks increasingly have to address concerns other than price stability, such as financial stability, the need for output recovery and other broader policy goals. Large balance-sheet expansion by central banks followed the global financial crisis, which overlapped considerably with the financial policy of their respective governments. Exploring the consequences of this shift to a more diverse set of policy challenges, this book calls for a return to the consensus role for central banks and analyses what this might mean for their future independence.
Re-Understanding Entrepreneurship: What It Is and Why It Matters
by null Weiying ZhangHow do entrepreneurs make decisions in the real world? Why are entrepreneurs absent from mainstream economics? What functions do entrepreneurs play in the market? What type of institutional environment is needed for entrepreneurship to play a role? Neoclassical economics is a market theory without entrepreneurship. This misconception distorts our understanding of how the real market works, leading to a theory of market failure that forms the common foundation of various government interventions. The market is not only an allocative process but, more importantly, a discovery and creative process. To understand the real market, Weiying Zhang argues that economics must shift from a price-centric to an entrepreneur-centric paradigm. Blending theory and narrative, Zhang intersects history with the present supporting his theory with relevant case studies. He argues that once entrepreneurship in the market is correctly understood, the foundation for government intervention is undermined and the economy can sustainably flourish.
Behavioural Economics and Policy for Pandemics: Insights from Responses to COVID-19
by Joan Costa-Font Matteo M. GalizziBehavioural economics and behavioural public policy have been fundamental parts of governmental responses to the Covid-19 pandemic. This was not only the case at the beginning of the pandemic as governments pondered how to get people to follow restrictions, but also during delivery of the vaccination programme. Behavioural Economics and Policy for Pandemics brings together a world-class line-up of experts to examine the successes and failures of behavioural economics and policy in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic. It documents how people changed their behaviours and use of health care and discusses what we can learn in terms of addressing future pandemics. Featuring high-profile behavioural economists such as George Loewenstein, this book uniquely uncovers behavioural regularities that emerge in the different waves of COVID-19 and documents how pandemics change our lives.
Global Strategy in Our Age of Chaos: How Will the Multinational Firm Survive? (Elements in Business Strategy)
by null Stephen Tallman null Mitchell P. KozaChaotic environments are producing unique and unprecedented challenges for multinational companies, challenges that raise important questions about whether and how multinationals will survive or wither away. This Element explores both the macro political, economic, technological, and social forces impacting international business and the strategic management adaptations that leading companies have deployed to respond to these challenges. We observe that a new organizational form – the Global Multi-Business – has evolved that may be especially adapted to respond to and challenge a world in which change is ubiquitous, with the direction of change unpredictable and the pace of change accelerating. It accomplishes this through the strategic assembly of the organization and the animation of its many parts.
The Story of Louis Vuitton Luggage
by Laia Farran GravesWith a dedication to luxury and practicality, Louis Vuitton designed his unique lightweight, airtight luggage in 1854 and ensured that jetsetters all over the globe could travel in comfort and style. It was a creation that founded a fashion house and became a standard-bearer for all travel pieces of the future.Exploring the history from traditional box-making to the revolution of the stackable trunk to modern-day artistic collaborations, the book captures the story and craftmanship behind this status symbol and how the luggage continues to define the spirit of travel. From the unmistakable Monogram canvas to the unpickable lock, the steamer trunk to the Speedy, every detail and feature is unveiled.
How Cities Become Brands: Developing City Brands Purposefully and Thoughtfully
by Eric Häusler Jürgen HäuslerThis book explores how the fragile and lengthy process of developing a city brand can be carefully managed. Necessary background information is explained, numerous experiences are reported, and targeted city branding is inspired in a variety of ways.The dream of every brand maker: to develop a city into a strong city brand - perhaps even a myth. The creation of myths remains a curiosity. Is it targeted, are there relevant recipes for success, and can those responsible be identified? Above all: Can the process be replicated? How do brand makers deal with the complexity of the phenomena of cities and city brands? How do they give the arduous process of creating a city brand a reasonable chance of success? How do brand makers deal with the often biting criticism from outside and the nagging self-doubt?Successful cityscapes arise from the trials and tribulations of complex and sometimes random processes. In the course of global city competition, this evolutionaryprocess is enriched with the achievements of the craft of branding. This is not a guarantee of success. Success depends on numerous prerequisites, which are discussed in detail. Finally, craft rules for good and at the same time sensitive city branding are mentioned.The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence. A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules foreffective city branding are outlined.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emergefrom complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.nal criticism and self-doubts?City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussed conditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.City images emerge from complex and random processes. In global urban competition, this process is enriched with brand making achievements. Success isn't guaranteed, depending on discussedconditions. Lastly, rules for effective city branding are outlined.City images emerge from
The Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility: Corporate Activities, the Environment and Society (Routledge Studies in Management, Organizations and Society)
by Robert Kudłak Ralf Barkemeyer Lutz Preuss Anna HeikkinenThe Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility: Corporate Activities, the Environment and Society adds to the current debate on the societal-level impacts of corporate social responsibility (CSR). This edited volume offers conceptual and empirical contributions highlighting various dimensions of CSR impacts. What differentiates the book from others is that we examine the impact of CSR at the societal level, rather than focussing only on those at occur at the level of the firm. The book’s contributions present novel perspectives that comprise, among others, empirical analyses of CSR activities, accounts of impacts in various geographic locations, and state-of-the-art reviews of extant literature on the topic. The practical examples and theory-building presented here help us to better capture the societal impacts of contemporary CSR practice. This book will appeal to scholars and students as well as practitioners and policy makers interested in practical and theoretical aspects of CSR impacts at the societal-level.Chapter 3 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives CC-BY 4.0 license.
Right Kind of Wrong: Why Learning to Fail Can Teach Us to Thrive
by Amy EdmondsonWinner of the Financial Times Business Book of the Year Award'A masterclass in navigating, and even seeking out, the inevitable failures that pave the way to success . . . A must-read.' Angela Duckworth, author of GritForget 'fail fast, fail often'. This revolutionary book reveals how we get failure wrong - and how to get it right.We used to think of failure as a problem, to be avoided at all costs. Now, we're often told that failure is desirable - that we must 'fail fast, fail often'. The trouble is, neither approach distinguishes the good failures from the bad. As a result, we miss the opportunity to fail well.Here, Amy Edmondson - the world's most influential organisational psychologist - reveals how we get failure wrong, and how to get it right. She draws on a lifetime's research into the science of 'psychological safety' to show that the most successful cultures are those in which you can fail openly, without your mistakes being held against you. She introduces the three archetypes of failure - simple, complex and intelligent - and explains how to harness the revolutionary potential of the good ones (and eliminate the bad).And she tells vivid stories ranging from the history of open heart surgery to the Columbia Space Shuttle disaster, all to ask a simple, provocative question: What if it is only by learning to fail that we can hope to truly succeed?_'Great clarity and insight . . . Right Kind of Wrong will inspire you to do your boldest work.' Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar and author of Creativity, Inc.'No skill is more important than learning from failure - and no one on earth knows more about it than Amy Edmondson.' Adam Grant, author of Think Again'Absolutely outstanding . . . A pleasure to read, incredibly fluently written, full of interesting stories . . . This is the real deal.' Tim Harford, author of The Undercover Economist'An excellent new guide to how to promote “intelligent failures” and learn from them.' Financial Times
Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten zukünftiger lokaler Energiemärkte (BestMasters)
by Jan N. TocklothLokale Energiemärkte können zukünftig eine der zentralen Maßnahmen der Energiewende sein, sind bisher jedoch kaum verbreitet. Durch die Einbindung einer Vielzahl von Letztverbrauchern in den Energiehandel, sind lokale Energiemärkte in der Lage, die Akzeptanz der Bevölkerung gegenüber der Energiewende zu steigern und somit die Transformation der Energiesysteme zu beschleunigen. Dieses Buch definiert erstmals die verschiedenen Arten lokaler Energiemärkte, grenzt andere Marktkonzepte ab und unterscheidet dabei zwischen verschiedenen Energieformen. Bestehende Konzepte für Peer-to-Peer Märkte, Community Self Consumption Märkte und lokale Systemdienstleistungsmärkte werden analysiert und darauf aufbauend Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten zukünftiger Marktkonzepte identifiziert. Mithilfe des entwickelten Energiemarkt Reengineering Frameworks können lokale Energiemärkte nach einem Baukastenprinzip konzeptioniert werden. In einem nachgelagerten Schritt können die Konzepte auf verbleibende technischeund rechtliche Hürden untersucht werden. Jan N. Tockloth stellt ein umfangreiches Werk zur Verfügung, das einen niederschwelligen Einstieg in lokale Energiemärkte ermöglicht und diese im energiewirtschaftlichen Kontext einordnet. Die detaillierten Inhalte und entwickelten Methoden bieten gleichzeitig einen praktischen Nutzen für Leserinnen und Leser aus den Bereichen Forschung, Energiewirtschaft und Politik.
Superstition, Management and Organisations: Irrationality, Randomness, and Chaos in Decision Making (Palgrave Studies in Workplace Spirituality and Fulfillment)
by Joanna CrossmanThis book addresses how people and organisations sometimes respond to uncertainty in making decisions. Those decisions are rooted in beliefs and behaviours that are not always rational, especially in response to perceived randomness, chaos and unexpected circumstances. The author uses a transdisciplinary approach to the study of superstition in the context of business and management, taking care to acknowledge that what is regarded as superstition to one person may well be constructed as a spiritual belief by another. Respect and sensitivity in explicating individual and social constructions of spirituality is a core value in structuring the narrative of the text. The work also explores the interwoven relationships amongst superstition, religion, spirituality and empiricism and how cultural, political, economic and environmental factors are likely to influence organisations and those who are employed by them. Further, it examines the influence of beliefs related to topics such as feng shui, astrology, phrenology and the I Ching in recruitment. This comprehensive treatment of the role of superstition in business will advance the scholarly conversation on uncertainty in decision making. It points to the power of belief that defies empirical validation and how it can be used in a variety of contexts, such as the marketing of products and images to manipulate unwary consumers or inhibit the implementation of health advice in times of COVID-19.
Global collaboration, local production: Fab City als Modell für Kreislaufwirtschaft und nachhaltige Entwicklung (SDG - Forschung, Konzepte, Lösungsansätze zur Nachhaltigkeit)
by Manuel Moritz Tobias Redlich Sonja Buxbaum-Conradi Jens P. WulfsbergDieses Open-Access-Buch gibt aktuelle interdisziplinäre Forschungseinblicke rund um das Fab City-Konzept. Ein Ansatz, der beschreibt, wie Produktions- und Konsumptionsweisen gestaltet werden können, sodass einerseits globale Kollaboration in und durch Communities von der Ideengenerierung bis zur Produktentwicklung physischer Güter mittels quelloffener Technologien (Open Source Software und Hardware) ermöglicht wird und andererseits die Produktion dieser Güter lokal und somit möglichst nahe am Ort des Bedarfs sowie dezentral im Sinne einer verteilten Produktion erfolgen kann, beispielsweise in Fab(rication) Labs. Ziel ist die Schaffung einer möglichst nachhaltigen Produktion bzw. Wertschöpfung. Ökologisch nachhaltig, indem lange Transportwege vermieden und auf Grundlage von Kreislaufprinzipien lokale Stoffkreisläufe geschlossen werden. Ökonomisch nachhaltig, indem durch quelloffene Technologien Wettbewerbsbeschränkungen und durch föderierte Ansätze Abhängigkeiten vermieden werden. Sozial nachhaltig durch ein partizipatives Wertschöpfungssystem, in dem der Zugang zu Wissen und Knowhow sowie zu Produktionsmitteln unbeschränkt ist. Über den gesamten Produktentstehungsprozess und -lebenszyklus enthält das vorliegende, bilinguale Werk in deutscher und englischer Sprache Beiträge aus den Bereichen Citizen & Collaborative Innovation and Design, Circular Design & Economy, Open-Source-Software-Tools für die Entwicklung von Open Source Hardware, Digital Product Passport, föderierte (Open-Source-) Systeme, die Verbreitung von Open Source Hardware sowie technical literacy und economic governance.Prof. Neil Gershenfeld, Director of MIT’s Center for Bits and Atoms, and Chairman of the board of The Fab Foundation:“For many years the growth of cities has been an inexorable trend, with cities acting as regional magnets and engines;the resources enabling a Fab City can also help expand opportunity beyond cities. There is now an opportunity and need for labs that can develop, deploy, and measure the frontiers of Fab City technologies. This book provides a much-needed snapshot of the current state of that challenge.”Tomas Diez, Executive Director of the Fab City Foundation: “This book is an invitation for large-scale collaboration to build distributed system that can support the development of alternative modes of production, in line with the social and ecological needs of our time.”
Big Data und Advanced Analytics im Controlling: Potenziale, Herausforderungen und Implikationen für die Praxis
by Andreas VorndranDie Digitalisierung und Entwicklungen im Gebiet der künstlichen Intelligenz haben in den letzten Jahren erhebliche Veränderungen in der Gesellschaft und der Unternehmenspraxis hervorgerufen. Aufkommende Technologien in den Feldern Big Data und Advanced Analytics werden auch im Controlling zunehmend diskutiert oder bereits eingesetzt. Dabei befinden sich der Wissensstand, inwieweit Big Data und Advanced Analytics das Controlling beeinflussen und verändern können, und die praktische Anwendung noch in einem frühen Stadium. Diese Arbeit befasst sich deshalb mit der Untersuchung der möglichen Auswirkungen von Big Data und Advanced Analytics im Controlling. Vor diesem Hintergrund werden die Einflüsse dieser digitalen Trends auf den Informationsversorgungsprozess des Controllings, auf die Erfüllung Controlling-spezifischer Anforderungen an Informationen und auf das Forecasting, die Budgetierung und die strategische Planung analysiert. Ferner werden praxisrelevante Herausforderungen, Grenzen und Risiken bei der Implementierung und Nutzung identifiziert sowie Implikationen zu deren Umgang zur Ausschöpfung der Potenziale abgeleitet.