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Organizations often declare that their biggest asset is their people. As such, business leaders make constant efforts to hire the best talent - and to get the best out of their workers. But a confluence of forces is reshaping all aspects of talent management. A war for talent rages and will be exacerbated in the long-term by demographic aging; the half-life of skills is decreasing as AI powers more parts of business workflows; flexible and hybrid work models are becoming commonplace; and management methods focused on measurement and efficiency are not sufficient for engaging a purpose-seeking generation. In these turbulent times, CEOs and their entire teams - not just HR - need to rethink how they can create a people advantage, going beyond traditional approaches to organization, performance management, and compensation. This book - a collection of recent essays written by researchers at the BCG Henderson Institute, Boston Consulting Group's think tank - aims to help leaders to reinvent work by providing a forward-looking perspective on all aspects of talent management. Across five chapters, the book discusses How to attract the talent of the future How to shape the workforce in an evolving context How to embrace new models of work How to build the workplace of the future How to establish new models of leadership and culture By providing a combination of new ideas, real-world examples, and concrete recommendations, Reinventing Work serves as a guide for leaders to effectively navigate the changing nature of work.

A veteran Wall Street Journal reporter dives into the world of billion-dollar traders and high-stakes crisis predictors who strive to turn extreme events into financial windfalls. There's no doubt that our world has gotten more extreme. Pandemics, climate change, superpower rivalries, technological disruption, political radicalisation, religious fundamentalism - all threaten chaos that put trillions in assets at risk. But around the world, across a wide variety of disciplines, would-be super-forecasters are trying to take the guesswork out of what formerly seemed like random chance. Some put their faith in 'black swans' - unpredictable, catastrophic events that can't be foreseen but send exotic financial instruments screaming in high-profit directions. Most famous among this group of big-bet traders are those who run the Universa fund, who, on days of extreme upheaval, have made as much as $1 billion.Author Scott Patterson gained exclusive access to Universa strategists and met with savvy seers in a variety of fields, from earthquake prediction to counterterrorism to climatology, to see if it's actually possible to bet on disaster - and win. Riveting, relevant, and revelatory, this is a must-read for anyone curious about how some of today's investors alchemise catastrophe into profit.

One of the most memorable movie lines of all time was uttered by Vizzini and Inigo Montoya in The Princess Bride, "Inconceivable!" "You keep saying this word it does not mean what you think it means!" What happens when you take this famous quote and extract the leadership-altering principle from it? You have a collection of bite-size yet unforgettable Leadership nuggets for the leader on the go.The idea for Inconceivable was born from the movie The Seventh Son, starring Jeff Bridges as Master Gregory, an aging witch-hunter who takes on an apprentice. As Mastery Gregory is training the apprentice, he is inundated with several stupid questions. At one point, Mastery Gregory barks at the apprentice, "Wrong question. Wrong questions get wrong answers." I was immediately struck by the obvious business principles embedded in this quote. I wondered if more movie quotes could be translated for leadership purposes. And thus was born Inconceivable.Inconceivable combines the love of movies, words, and leadership. This unusual trinity is the perfect platform to piqué curiosity and kickstart learning. Great movies can have a lasting impact on each of us. We take specific quotes from these movies that rehydrate the movie scene by scene until it grows into our hearts and actions. Inconceivable adds to this symbiotic relationship by infusing leadership ideas such as the importance of innovation, building collaborative teams, leading with vision, and modeling organizational core values.

This textbook introduces quantitative methods in operations management, based on operational research. Written for undergraduate and graduate students as well as practitioners, this book serves as a valuable compendium of essential tools for project planning, control, and strategic decision-making.Drawing from the expertise of both experienced scientists and seasoned practical managers, the descriptions of each tool are a harmonious blend of theoretical insights and real-world applicability. With a focus on accessibility, the authors have thoughtfully combined abstract concepts with easy-to-follow examples and detailed case studies.Readers will benefit from the abundance of well-explained recommendations and practical problem-solving approaches, where the book offers guidance on how to solve presented issues by using commercial software. Whether one seeks to refine project management, optimize operations, or make strategic choices, this book equips readers with theknowledge and proficiency required to excel in the dynamic field of operations management.

HVORDAN LEDER VI FREMTIDENS SUNDHEDSVÆSEN er en fortsættelse af antologien om fremtidens sundhedsvæsen. Første bog HVORDAN SKABER VI FREMTIDENS SUNDHEDSVÆSEN gav et bud på, hvordan man kan sammentænke drift, forskning, innovation og uddannelse i praksis. Den nyeste bog i rækken uddyber de ledelsesopgaver, der findes i et sundhedsvæsen, der er under transformation. For én ting er at sætte retning, eventuelt med en strategi og målsætninger; noget andet er at skabe resultater gennem samspil med patienter og medarbejdere. Ledelse kræver kompetencer, som erhverves gennem viden, øvelse, refleksion og erfaring.Formålet med bogen er at give læseren et indblik i ledelsesrummet og opgavefeltet for en leder eller ledelse i de nærmeste år, når forventninger, rammer og vilkår for sundhedsvæsenet ændres. Bogen tilstræber desuden at bidrage med både et overblik over det, vi ved, der virker; det der ikke virker; og det, som kan anbefales, altså praktiske råd til ledere, hvorfor bogen kan anvendes i undervisnings- og uddannelsessammenhænge for både den nye og mere erfarne leder/ledelse. Bogen henvender sig overvejende til den leder, der er ansat og omtaler kun lidt den store udfordring, der knytter sig til at rekruttere og fastholde til en leder.

"From Gary Shapiro, New York Times bestselling author and head of CES and the Consumer Technology Association, a manifesto for today's top executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders: pivot or die"--

Running to WIN!Idea-rich strategies for timely leadership and career success Several years back I was driving home to Calgary from Lethbridge, AB early one winter morning. I had been working with Southern Alberta clients all week and wanted to get back to the office early so I could drop off my paperwork, get a bit of catch up done, and start my weekend. I was making good time cruising down the highway with the radio playing some great tunes. Then, I noticed a sign saying Castlegar, BC only 65 miles. Whoa! I pulled over and collected my thoughts. How could that be? I was heading home to Calgary, Alberta! Somehow in my overworked, tired brain I had driven right through Fort Macleod and missed at least two BIG highway signs reminding me to turn 'RIGHT', to head 'NORTH' to Calgary. Sure, I was making great time, but I was going in the 'wrong' direction. We live in an increasingly hectic and demanding world. The demands of running a business or having a successful career overlap and conflict with the demands of having a life, being a spouse or parent, and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Many of us are already running as fast as we can - perhaps Running TOO Fast, and we're not keeping up. · Many of us are running without knowing where the finish line is located. · We are running without a real sense of purpose and we are running alone. · This is a recipe for failure and frustration. You can finish your race and still have a life! This revised mini book (2020-2023) is designed for those who are 'Running to WIN!' It is written by someone who has learned the value of leveraging his time investment for greater success and productivity, the hard way. ¿¿¿¿ You can too! Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey, Author of "Running TOO Fast" and "Think Beyond the FIRST Sale"

This book investigates in detail large-scale group decision-making (LSGDM) problem, which has gradually evolved from the traditional group decision-making problem and has attracted more and more attention in the age of big data. Pursuing a holistic approach, the book establishes a fundamental framework for LSGDM with uncertain and behavioral considerations. To address the behavioral uncertainty and complexity of large groups of decision-makers, this book mainly focuses on new solutions of LSGDM problems using the interval type-2 fuzzy uncertainty theory and social network analysis techniques, including the exploration of uncertain clustering analysis, the consideration of social relationships, especially trust relationships, the construction of consensus evolution networks, etc. The book is intended for researchers and postgraduates who are interested in complex group decision-making in the new media era. Authors also investigate the similar features between LSGDM problems and group recommendations to study the applications of LSGDM methods. After reading this book, readers will have a new understanding of the LSGDM study under the real complicated context.

"A provocative exploration of how humans are wired to seek short-term success at the expense of long-term survival-an "optimization trap" that explains everything from toxic workplaces to climate change"--

"WHO MOVED MY MOUSE? An Amazing Story of How To Adapt And Thrive In The Ever Changing Maze Of The Digital World"In "WHO MOVED MY MOUSE? Join Alex, Bella, Chris, and Dana as they voyage from the early days of the internet into the uncharted realms of Web 3.0. This gripping narrative unveils the evolution of the web, where blockchain, tokens, and smart contracts reshape our digital existence. Witness their journey through the enigmatic world of decentralized finance, digital ownership, and token economies. Beyond technological marvels, they grapple with ethical conundrums, environmental stewardship, and the delicate balance of innovation and responsibility. This tale is more than a tech adventure; it's a reflection of the human spirit in the face of digital transformation. It challenges readers to consider their role in the ever-evolving internet narrative. "WHO MOVED MY MOUSE?" is essential reading for anyone intrigued by the future of technology, digital culture, and our place within it. Embark on this journey to discover not just who moved the mouse, but how we all shape its path in the expansive world of Web3.

This book provides a systematic presentation of the major results in the field of the theory of k-out-of-n systems obtained in recent years and their applications for the reliability assessment of high-altitude unmanned platforms. Mathematical models, methods, and algorithms, presented in the book, will make a significant contribution to the development of reliability theory and the theoretical foundations of unmanned UAV-based aerial communications networks in the framework of the concept of creating the 5G and beyond networks. The book gives a description of new mathematical methods and approaches (based on decomposable semi-regenerative processes, simulation and machine learning methods, and inventory models) to the study of the complex k-out-of-n systems, which makes it possible to carry out numerical calculations of reliability indicators. Organized into five chapters, each chapter begins with a summary of the main definitions andresults contained in the chapter. The content of this book is based on the original results developed by the authors, many of which appear for the first time in book form.

This unique textbook explicitly addresses the intersection of advanced analytics and procurement. It is motivated by one core question: How can firms generate (economic) value from procurement data? It demonstrates that procurement is one of the major functions within a firm where data analytics, artificial intelligence, and operations research can successfully be leveraged to reduce cost and risk and to achieve resilience and sustainability goals.The book provides a methods-based overview of data-driven optimization of purchasing decisions. Besides presenting key concepts and applications, it particularly focuses on implementation, so as to help (future) procurement managers and data scientists quickly evaluate the value generated by a given data-driven solution. What sets this textbook apart is its combination of rigorous, state-of-the-art methodologies from academic research and first-hand experience from various application-oriented consulting projects in a range ofindustries. Though primarily intended for graduate students with a major in procurement and supply chain management, the book will also benefit purchasing managers with and without specific knowledge of advanced analytics techniques, and data scientists with and without specific experience in procurement.

In today's academic environment, the challenge of ensuring lasting commercial and economic success for organizations has become more daunting than ever before. The relentless surge in data-driven decision-making, based on innovative technologies such as blockchain, IoT, and AI, has created a digital frontier filled with complexity. Maintaining a healthy firm that can continually provide innovative products and services to the public while fueling economic growth has become a formidable puzzle. Moreover, this digital transformation has ushered in new risks, from pervasive cybersecurity threats to the ethical challenges surrounding artificial intelligence. In this evolving landscape, academic scholars face the pressing challenge of deciphering the path to long-term organizational prosperity in an era dominated by data. Data-Driven Decision Making for Long-Term Business Success serves as guidance and insights amidst this academic challenge. It is the definitive solution for scholars seeking to uncover the complexities of data-driven decision-making and its profound impact on organizational success. Each meticulously curated chapter delves into a specific facet of this transformative journey, from the implications of modern technologies and pricing optimization to the ethics underpinning data-driven strategies and the metaverse's influence on decision-making.

This book introduces the fundamentals of probability, statistical, and reliability concepts, the classical methods of uncertainty quantification and analytical reliability analysis, and the state-of-the-art approaches of design optimization under uncertainty (e.g., reliability-based design optimization and robust design optimization). The topics include basic concepts of probability and distributions, uncertainty quantification using probabilistic methods, classical reliability analysis methods, time-variant reliability analysis methods, fundamentals of deterministic design optimization, reliability-based design optimization, robust design optimization, other methods of design optimization under uncertainty, and engineering applications of design optimization under uncertainty.

Nur ein kleiner Prozentsatz der Veränderungsprogramme in großen Organisationen ist erfolgreich. Zu oft verlassen sich Unternehmen auf Top-Down-Kommunikationskampagnen, die den Mitarbeitenden Veränderungen mitteilen oder zeigen, sie aber nicht aktiv, emotional oder ganzheitlich einbeziehen.'Transformation Tactics' ist ein Deck mit 48 Karten, das Unternehmen dabei helfen soll, das Verhalten ihrer Mitarbeiter*innen zu aktivieren, ihre Reflexion zu fördern und sie zu ermutigen, ihre Erkenntnisse zu teilen. Die Karten basieren auf acht Designprinzipien der Aktivierung, die von den Autoren in drei Jahrzehnten Arbeit mit Unternehmen auf der ganzen Welt entwickelt wurden.Jede Karte enthält eine Erläuterung und praktische Anleitung zu einer Taktik des Veränderungsprogramms sowie eine Schlüsselfrage, um Gespräche und bahnbrechende Lösungen anzuregen. Die Karten können in vielseitig zum Einsatz kommen, z. B. in Besprechungen des Change-Management-Teams, in Brainstorming-Sitzungen oder in Design-Workshops.

It's What You Set in Motion: A Toolbox for Collaborative Changemaking is a how-to resource for aspiring and practicing changemakers everywhere. Use this hands-on, one-of-a-kind, all-in-one toolbox to build and enhance essential twenty-first century skill sets: empathy, adaptive leadership, collaborative problem-solving, teamwork, community engagement, innovation design, entrepreneurship, global competence, critical thinking, and others.Whether you support the private, social, governmental, or education sector, this toolbox serves your needs. It includes strategic design principles, tool kits, changemaking innovation mini-case videos, foundational how-to's, and a means to get advice from and learn from others.This toolbox was designed over twenty years by Greg Van Kirk, a former banker, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, award-winning social entrepreneur, strategic consultant, facilitator, and educator.

Imagine yourself standing at the finish line of your grandiose dream, after years of hard work and countless failures. That's how the journey to super success looks like for most people who believe in the "fail fast, fail often" principle.Now, let's envision an alternate reality where you stumbled upon a treasure trove of secrets that helped change the course of your life and allowed you to achieve your big dreams faster, without mindless hard work and painful failures. That's what the journey to super success looks like for people who follow the ten secrets to succeed faster.Failing Fast? can be your passage to that alternate reality. Within the pages of this book, author Luv Tulsidas shares the ten meticulously curated and rigorously tested secrets that have accelerated his journey as an entrepreneur, allowing him to deliver game-changing innovation for clients at a guaranteed price.

This book showcases recent research advances in service science and related fields. Including selected papers from the 2022 INFORMS International Conference on Service Science, held in Shenzhen, China from July 2 to 4, 2022, the book presents new theories and empirical results in the emerging, interdisciplinary field of digital transformation and society. Incorporating research, education and practice alike, the respective chapters highlight a host of ways to approach these challenges in service science.

This book presents a curated selection of recent research in functional analysis and fixed-point theory, exploring their applications in interdisciplinary fields. The primary objective is to establish a connection between the latest developments in functional analysis and fixed-point theory and the broader interdisciplinary research landscape. By doing so, this book aims to address the needs of researchers and experts seeking to stay up-to-date with the cutting-edge research trends in functional analysis, fixed-point theory and related areas. It also aims to pave the way for applying functional analysis and fixed-point theory to solve interdisciplinary problems in various domains, including but not limited to fractional calculus, integral equations, queuing theory, convex analysis, harmonic analysis and wavelet analysis.

This book presents an extension of fuzzy set theory allowing for multi-polar information, discussing its impact on the theoretical and practical development of multi-criteria decision making. It reports on set of hybrid models developed by the authors, and show how they can be adapted, case by case, to the lack of certainty under a variety of criteria. Among them, hybrid models combining m-polar fuzzy sets with rough, soft and 2-tuple linguistic sets, and m-polar hesitant fuzzy sets and hesitant m-polar fuzzy are presented, together with some significant applications. In turn, outranking decision-making techniques such as m-polar fuzzy ELECTRE I, II, III and IV methods, as well as m-polar fuzzy PROMETHEE I and II methods, are developed. The efficiency of these decision-making procedures, as well as other possible extensions studied by the authors, is shown in some real-world applications. Overall, this book offers a guide on methodologies to deal with the multi-polarity and fuzziness of the real-world problems, simultaneously. By including algorithms and computer programming codes, it provides a practice-oriented reference guide to both researchers and professionals working at the interface between computational intelligence and decision making.

In a world that's spinning ever faster, where tomorrow is uncertain, and the only constant is change, The Power of Change: Effective Strategies to Leverage Change, Thrive, Innovate, and Lead in Tomorrow's World serves as your ultimate playbook. This isn't just another book; it's a life-altering guide that uncovers the hidden powers within you to not just survive but thrive amidst the unpredictability of modern life. Dive into the psychology of change, explore the ever-accelerating landscape of technological evolution, and cultivate unshakeable resilience. The Power of Change examines and helps you gain a profound understanding of: ¿ Unleashing potential through change¿ The stages of change¿ How to handle resistance ¿ Navigating change in the age of AI¿ Becoming adaptable and resilient in the wake of change and¿ How individuals and businesses can maximize the opportunities change brings Shying away from the tough questions is not an option. Instead, The Power of Change confronts them head-on. While life doesn't come with a manual, this book is as close as it gets to providing a guide for managing change in our ever-evolving world. Equip yourself with actionable strategies and wisdom that's as pragmatic as it is transformative. Embrace change; embrace your future. The journey to a more adaptable you starts here!

This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of noncooperative and cooperative dynamic games involving uncertain parameter values, with the stochastic process being described by an event tree. Primarily intended for graduate students of economics, management science and engineering, the book is self-contained, as it defines and illustrates all relevant concepts originally introduced in static games before extending them to a dynamic framework. It subsequently addresses the sustainability of cooperative contracts over time and introduces a range of mechanisms to help avoid such agreements breaking down before reaching maturity. To illustrate the concepts discussed, the book provides various examples of how dynamic games played over event trees can be applied to environmental economics, management science, and engineering.

Discover how the principles of extreme adventure can lead to extraordinary business success.¿What can a life-or-death adventure expedition teach you about leading a successful team or business? How does the act of navigating through Africa's untamed landscapes relate to steering your way through the boardrooms of today's corporate jungles? In this groundbreaking book by Johan de Villiers, you'll explore the astonishing parallels between adventurous escapades and business leadership.In a captivating narrative that flits between crocodile-infested waters, treacherous treks in Nepal, scaling some of the world's highest mountains, and high-stakes corporate decision-making, Johan deftly explores key concepts like risk management, adaptability, and team dynamics. With wit, wisdom, and an adventurer's heart, he goes beyond traditional business manuals and travelogues, offering unique perspectives on leadership and personal development. Drawing on principles from Jeff Bezos' Day 1 philosophy to Sun Tzu's Art of War, from Stoicism to Ray Dalio's Radical Truth, and his own experiences as a helicopter pilot, Johan offers the reader a philosophical compass to navigate both the unpredictable wilderness and the complex corporate realm.But this is more than a gripping collection of stories and invaluable business strategies - it's a comprehensive guidebook for life enriched with Johan's audacious experiences. Whether you're a thrill seeker, a solo entrepreneur or a seasoned executive in a large corporation, this book is an indispensable guide to mastering life's complexities through a lens of limitless possibilities. Perfect for the adventurer in a suit or the CEO in hiking boots, Overlanding Through the Boardroom proves that the greatest risks often yield the most rewarding views. It's your essential toolkit for mastering the art of decision-making, resilience, and adaptability in any environment and a must-read for anyone who believes that life, like business, is the ultimate adventure.

The book explores cost-effective and efficient supply chain management to achieve resilience in the post-COVID environment. Qualitative, quantitative, case studies, and systematic literature reviews are made in the book. The book follows a didactic approach through which it informs global researchers and practitioners to deal with the most significant insights on future supply chains with a more in-depth analysis of post-COVID opportunities and challenges. In particular, this book provides an in-depth assessment of disruptive supply chain management in certain industrial contexts and explores various Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 technologies to achieve resilience.The book is used as a supplemental textbook for study within university level programs, at late undergraduate and graduate levels, in faculties of business and management, engineering systems, information systems, education, and computing.