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Perspectives on Paradata: Research and Practice of Documenting Process Knowledge (Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning #13)
by Isto Huvila Lisa Andersson Olle SköldThis open access book examines a rapidly 'datafied' society, reminding us that it is crucial to know what data is about and where it originates. This insight has led to an embryonic stage of new theorizing, empirical research, and the formation of new technologies, standards, practices, and concepts to ensure the availability of adequate 'paradata' – data on the making and processing of data. This edited volume aims to provide a cross-disciplinary overview of perspectives on the concept and phenomenon of paradata and its implications for research and practice.
Perspectives on Peacekeeping and Atrocity Prevention
by David Curran Trudy Fraser Larry Roeder Robert ZuberThe current challenges and potential future of peacekeeping in an increasingly complex world take center stage in this far-reaching collection. Contributors advance a nuanced picture of post-conflict environments across different areas of the globe while considering possible deployments of peacekeeping, traditional military and UN forces in semi-autonomous complementary roles. Longstanding debate topics such as the need for a standing UN army and the field implementation of global right-to-protect concepts are discussed, as are emerging ideas in civilian protection, atrocity prevention and balancing triage operations with long-term peacebuilding efforts. Other dispatches chronicle key issues and concerns regarding peacekeeping operations in Brazil, China and diverse regions of Africa. Included in the coverage: Protecting strangers: reflections on a cosmopolitan peacekeeping capacity. Towards a standing UN force for peacekeeping. Challenges posed by intervention brigades and other coercive measures in support of the protection of civilians. Addressing the criminal accountability of peacekeepers. The evolution of China's role in peacekeeping and atrocity crime prevention. Businesses and investors as stakeholders in atrocity crime prevention. Multiple viewpoints, a global scope and real-world clarity make Perspectives on Peacekeeping and Atrocity Prevention an invaluable resource to advance the work of humanitarians, criminologists and students of and professionals in international relations. "This collection of articles effectively points to the challenges, complexities and sensitivities of preventing and halting mass atrocity crimes in part through the use of UN peacekeeping operations. The volume also inspires further efforts, including the integration of new and younger stakeholders, to mitigate massive human rights crimes and fully implement the Responsibility to Protect. " Dr. György Tatár Chair, Budapest Centre for the International Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities "In a refreshing and engaging manner, this edited volume represents a much-needed contribution to the debate on how best to address current security threats given the limitations and the possibilities of peacekeeping and atrocity prevention. A compelling feature of the book is its exploration of often-neglected stakeholder perspectives alongside first-hand knowledge of the UN system and astute academic observations of key peacekeeping concepts, mandates and practices. Each chapter's concluding recommendations invite scholars and policy makers to critically interrogate their own beliefs, assumptions and preferred solutions for keeping the peace and preventing mass atrocity violence. " Dr. Maria Stern Professor in Peace and Development Studies, School of Global Studies University of Gothenburg
Perspectives on Philosophy of Management and Business Ethics
by Jacob Dahl RendtorffThis book presents a selection of articles with focus on the theoretical foundations of business ethics, and in particular on the philosophy of management and on human rights and business. This implies identifying and discussing conflicts as well as agreement with regard to the philosophical and other foundations of business and management. Despite the general interest in corporate social responsibility and business ethics, the contemporary discussion rarely touches upon the normative core and philosophical foundations of business. There is a need to discuss the theoretical basis of business ethics and of business and human rights. Even though the actions and activities of business may be discussed from a moral perspective, not least in the media, the judgments and opinions relating to business and management often lack deeper moral reflection and consistency. Partly for this reason, business ethicists are constantly challenged to provide such moral and philosophical foundations for business ethics and for business and human rights, and to communicate them in an understandable manner. Such a challenge is also of scientific kind. Positions and opinions in the academic field need to be substantiated by thorough moral and theoretical reflection to underpin normative approaches. Far too often, business ethicists may agree on matters, which they approach from different and sometimes irreconcilable philosophical standpoints, resulting in superficial agreement but deeper-lying disagreement. In other cases, it may be of high relevance to identify philosophical standpoints that despite conflicting fundamentals may arrive at conclusions acceptable to everyone.
Perspectives on Poverty in India
by World Bank StaffThe book examines India's experience with poverty reduction in a period of rapid economic growth. Marshalling evidence from multiple sources of survey data and drawing on new methods, the book asks how India's structural transformation - from rural to urban, and from agriculture to nonfarm sectors - is impacting poverty. Our analysis suggests that since the early 1990s, urban growth has emerged as a much more important driver of poverty reduction than in the past. We focus in particular on the role of small and medium size conurbations in India, both as the urban sub-sector in which urban poverty is overwhelmingly concentrated, and as a sub-sector that could potentially stimulate rural-based poverty reduction. Second, in rural areas, we focus on the nature of intersectoral transformation out of agriculture into the nonfarm economy. Stagnation in agriculture has been accompanied by dynamism in the nonfarm sector, but there is much debate about whether the growth seen has been a symptom of agrarian distress or a source of poverty reduction. Finally, alongside the accelerating economic growth and the highly visible transformation that is occurring in India's major cities, inequality is on the rise. This is raising concern that economic growth in India has by-passed significant segments of the population. The third theme on social exclusion asks if, despite the dramatic growth, historically grounded inequalities along lines of caste, tribe and gender have persisted. This book would be of interest for policymakers, researchers, non-governmental organizations, and international agencies-from India and abroad--who wish to know more about India's experience of the last two decades in reducing poverty.
Perspectives on Projects
by Rodney J. Turner Martina Huemann Frank T. Anbari Christophe N. BredilletModern project management had its genesis in the field of operations research in the late 1940s, but today it is a much more diverse subject. It has evolved and developed a much wider range of methods, techniques, and skills that the project manager can draw upon. Not all these skills are relevant to every project, but an assortment of them will be relevant to most. This book aims to describe for students, researchers and managers the full range of skills that project managers can use to develop their methodologies.The authors group the skills into nine perspectives, representing nine schools of project management research and theory. By attaching a metaphor to each of these perspectives, students, researchers and managers are better able to understand each approach and decide whether it is best suited to the development of a strategy for managing their project. Perspectives on Projects builds upon the various theoretical orientations that the field of project management has developed. Featuring several case studies, drawn from a variety of settings, to illustrate how the different schools can provide different perspectives on projects, this book is an ideal text for anyone involved in project management.
Perspectives on Property Law (3rd edition)
by Robert C. Ellickson Carol M. Rose Bruce A. AckermanThis reader continues its track record of success of combining fascinating and essential readings and materials pertaining to property law with author commentary. Traits the authors continue to build upon: class copy medium essays and articles articulate important points related to the major issues in property law, that are accompanied by introductory text, notes, and questions to deepen students' understanding of the ideas contained in the well-known and respected author team article regarding commons and the over-patenting of the human genome, Pipes' article on how the lack of private property contributed to the decline of the Soviet Union, Desoto's article on titling in developing nations, and more.
Perspectives on Public Relations Historiography and Historical Theorization: Other Voices
by Tom WatsonThe National Perspectives on the Development of Public Relations: Other Voices series is the first to offer an authentic world-wide view of the history of public relations. It will feature six books, five of which will cover continental and regional groups. This last book in the series focuses on historiographical and theoretical approaches.
Perspectives on Public Relations Research (Routledge Advances in Management and Business Studies)
by Gary Warnaby Danny Moss Dejan VercicThe practice and study of public relations has grown significantly within Europe over the past decade, yet as a discipline, it remains a relatively unexplored field. This volume of papers brings together contributions from some of the leading international public relations academics and practitioners who provide valuable insights into the theories underpinning current public relations thinking and practice, and illustrate the diversity of perspectives that characterize this evolving area. Key issues discussed include:-* the contribution of public relations to strategic management in organizations* the feminization of public relations * the function of rhetorical study in our understanding of modern corporate dialogue* international perspectives of public relations. A valuable aid to both students and practitioners, this fascinating book challenges some of the traditional assumptions about public relations practice.
Perspectives on Purpose: Leading Voices on Building Brands and Businesses for the Twenty-First Century
by Nina MontgomeryPerspectives on Purpose brings together industry leaders to advocate for a more human-centered and socially-conscious future for businesses. Sharing stories from their work at companies like Ben & Jerry’s, Sephora, Airbnb, Diageo, VF Corporation, and Hyatt, these authors demonstrate how weaving purpose into the profit-making core of business helps companies do good and do well. Foreword by Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan, Co-founders of The Honest Company Chapters by: Jorge Aguilar (Prophet) Tom Andrews (TJALeadership, SYPartners) Maryam Banikarim (Hyatt, NBC Universal, Gannett, Univision) Ila Byrne and Ryan Hunter (Diageo) Corrie Conrad (Sephora) Alexandra Dimiziani (TwentyFirstCenturyBrand, Airbnb) Ambika Gautam Pai (Wolf & Wilhelmine) Heidi Hackemer (And So We Hunt) Sam Hornsby (TRIPTK) Jonathan Jackson (Harvard University, Blavity) Sam Liebeskind (Gin Lane, Wolff Olins) Rob Michalak (Ben & Jerry's) Thomas Ordahl (Landor) Frank Oswald (Columbia University) Sarah Potts (Thorn) Matthew Quint (Columbia Business School) Haley Rushing (The Purpose Institute) Letitia Webster (VF Corporation) Freya Williams (Futerra) Perspectives on Purpose and its sister book, Perspectives on Impact, bring together leading voices from across sectors to discuss how we must adapt our organizations for the twenty-first century world. Perspectives on Purpose looks at the shifting role of the corporation in society through the lens of purpose; Perspectives on Impact focuses on the recalibration of social impact approaches to tackle complex humanitarian, social, and environmental challenges.
Perspectives on Regional Unemployment in Europe
by Paolo Mauro Eswar Prasad Antonio SpilimbergoThe third stage of European Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) was implemented in January 1999 against the specter of persistently high unemployment in many of the participating countries. While the high European unemployment has received considerable attention, this new IMF staff study analyzes an equally important issue: the extent of regional unemployment disparities in certain countries. the paper focuses on large and persistent differences in regional unemployment rates within several European countries. the paper includes detailed case studies of two euro area countries where regional disparities in unemployment are striking- Italy and Spain. the studies emphasize that wages are unresponsive to local labor market conditions.
Perspectives on Rural Tourism Geographies: Case Studies from Developed Nations on the Exotic, the Fringe and the Boring Bits in Between (Geographies of Tourism and Global Change)
by Rhonda L. Koster Doris A. CarsonThis book examines rural tourism across three different contexts, acknowledging the complexity of rural places. It applies a systematic comparative framework across nine case studies from Australia, Canada and Sweden. The case studies address the uniqueness of different rural spaces, while the framework incorporates many theoretical aspects from human geography including spatial, historic, institutional, demographic, socio-economic and network perspectives. In the course of applying this comparative case study framework, the book identifies numerous implications for planning and policy in rural settings. These contributions from international, expert authors help to identify the opportunities and challenges that affect rural regions, from places at the urban fringe to exotic remote spaces and taking in the ‘boring bits in between.’ Both the analysis and the framework used will be of value to scholars and students of rurality, tourism, regional development, rural policy, geography, and destination management. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the rural context in developed countries and a robust conceptualization of rural tourism geographies.
Perspectives on Social LCA: Contributions from the 6th International Conference (SpringerBriefs in Environmental Science)
by Marzia Traverso Luigia Petti Alessandra ZamagniThis book gives a selection of contributions from the 6th Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA) Conference in Pescara, Italy. S-LCA is a social (real and potential) impact assessment method that aims to drive improvements in order to increase the value of products and services. It helps organizations to plan better, implement more effectively, and promote scale initiatives. More in general, the assessment activity also facilitates accountability and supports stakeholder communication. Consumers are greatly aware of the provenance of the goods they purchase. They have greater access to product information than ever before, also thanks to the new digital platforms. They are also empowered to make more responsible purchase decisions about what concerns sustainability aspects. Therefore the need to linger on the social aspects has been emerging recently. Although the business evolution of environmental methods and metrics has advanced significantly over the past decades, tools and metrics to estimate the social aspects of products and services are in progress. In this volume several sections provide methodological developments and tool focus, contextualizing S-LCA scientifically and explore the fields of applications. Through current development (conferences, articles, seminars and industry group publications), the method is spreading, evolving and gaining in maturity. However, it still is an evolving field, and main developments foresee, both at the level of methodology and results, interpretation and communication in order to find a path forward. S-LCA has been changing since the beginnings. From our observations as educators, researchers, practitioners, and peer reviewers in the S-LCA community, there are trends that are of importance us.
Perspectives on Software Documentation: Inquiries and Innovations (Baywood's Technical Communications)
by Thomas T BarkerThis book is designed to address the randomness of the literature on software documentation. As anyone interested in software documentation is aware, the field is highly synthetic; information about software documentation may be found in engineering, computer science training, technical communication, management, education and so on. "Perspectives on Software Documentation" contains a variety of perspectives, all tied together by the shared need to make software products more usable.
Perspectives on Spatial Data Analysis
by Luc Anselin Sergio J. ReyThis book takes both a retrospective and prospective view of the field of spatial analysis by combining selected reprints of classic articles by Arthur Getis with current observations by leading experts in the field. Four main aspects are highlighted, dealing with spatial analysis, pattern analysis, local statistics as well as illustrative empirical applications. Researchers and students will gain an appreciation of Getis' methodological contributions to spatial analysis and the broad impact of the methods he has helped pioneer on an impressively broad array of disciplines including spatial epidemiology, demography, economics, and ecology. The volume is a compilation of high impact original contributions, as evidenced by citations, and the latest thinking on the field by leading scholars. This makes the book ideal for advanced seminars and courses in spatial analysis as well as a key resource for researchers seeking a comprehensive overview of recent advances and future directions in the field.
Perspectives on the Future of Software Engineering
by Jürgen Münch Klaus SchmidThe dependence on quality software in all areas of life is what makes software engineering a key discipline for today's society. Thus, over the last few decades it has been increasingly recognized that it is particularly important to demonstrate the value of software engineering methods in real-world environments, a task which is the focus of empirical software engineering. One of the leading protagonists of this discipline worldwide is Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Dieter Rombach, who dedicated his entire career to empirical software engineering. For his many important contributions to the field he has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the U.S. National Science Foundation's Presidential Young Investigator Award and the Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany. He is a Fellow of both the ACM and the IEEE Computer Society. This book, published in honor of his 60th birthday, is dedicated to Dieter Rombach and his contributions to software engineering in general, as well as to empirical software engineering in particular. This book presents invited contributions from a number of the most internationally renowned software engineering researchers like Victor Basili, Barry Boehm, Manfred Broy, Carlo Ghezzi, Michael Jackson, Leon Osterweil, and, of course, by Dieter Rombach himself. Several key experts from the Fraunhofer IESE, the institute founded and led by Dieter Rombach, also contributed to the book. The contributions summarize some of the most important trends in software engineering today and outline a vision for the future of the field. The book is structured into three main parts. The first part focuses on the classical foundations of software engineering, such as notations, architecture, and processes, while the second addresses empirical software engineering in particular as the core field of Dieter Rombach's contributions. Finally, the third part discusses a broad vision for the future of software engineering.
Perspectives on the Impact, Mission and Purpose of the Business School (EFMD Management Education)
by Eric Cornuel Howard Thomas Matthew WoodWith contributions from some of the leading thinkers in business school education, this book explores the impact and purpose of the business school, and addresses some of the most important questions facing management education today. The diverse perspectives brought together by the EFMD in this volume examine a number of common questions, themes and challenges. These include: whether business schools should be viewed as schools of management, given the complexity of the business environment; what is the positive impact of business school research, and the balance of relevant, practical impact and academic rigour; the strategic evolution of business schools and how they may evolve in a more purposeful direction; and why business school leaders compete strongly but are reluctant to collaborate, and how collaboration may encourage greater positive societal impact. With insightful commentary and illustrative case studies, this book serves as a landmark publication on the value and impact of business schools. The book will be of particular interest to those working in business schools, higher education leaders, policy makers and business leaders seeking insight into the value, impact and future of business and management education.
Perspectives on the Japanese Media and Content Policies (Advances in Information and Communication Research #2)
by Minoru SugayaThis book offers a comprehensive overview of Japan’s media policies. In light of the attention Japanese media content has attracted in recent years, not only in Japan but also overseas, the book examines the media industry that supports such content. Beginning with the traditional terrestrial broadcasting industry, it also covers cable TV, satellite broadcasting, and over-the-top media services (OTT), as well as media policies for film, animation, games and music.The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC), a key media industry regulator in Japan, has been developing broadcasting policies for more than 70 years, and while their traditional policies have not changed in principle, the scope of their business sphere has expanded. For instance, major broadcasting stations in Tokyo, known as key stations, have played an important role in filmmaking with the big four film companies, and have started joint ventures with major OTT, such as Hulu.This book allows readers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the changes in the Japanese media industry in general and the related policies in Japan, while also offering insights into developments in the individual sectors.
Perspectives on the Role of a Central Bank
by Paul A. Volcker Miguel Mancera Jean GodeauxA report from the International Monetary Fund.
Perspectives on Vietnam’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Policies
by Dao Thanh TruongThis book provides an overview of the science, technology, and innovation (STI) policies in Vietnam in a globalized world. Science, technology and innovation policies play important roles in boosting research and development, promoting entrepreneurship and building national innovation systems, especially in developing countries. The author offers in-depth analyses and insights on the STI system of Vietnam and provides comparisons with the major STI development trends around the world. Each chapter of the book includes intensive studies and analyses of the STI system and policies in Vietnam, providing valuable arguments and essential tools for students, researchers, and policy makers in the field of science and technology management, political science, public policy and business studies. The author then addresses potential challenges and proposes policy recommendations to overcome them to improve the performance of the Vietnam's STI system in the context of globalized economies and international integration of science and technology.
Perspektive Patchwork: Mehr Mut zur ganzheitlichen Gestaltung von Leadership, Karriere & Kultur
by Tanja EggersDieses Buch macht Mut zum Perspektivwechsel: Patchwork ist mehr als Familie, Patchwork ist ein Lebensentwurf, der sich in Gesellschaft, Kultur und folglich auch in der Arbeitswelt widerspiegelt. Es geht um ganzheitliche Lebensmodelle, um die Verbindung von Privat- und Berufsleben, um den persönlichen roten Faden. Tanja Eggers, erfahrene Managerin und selbst Patchworkerin, zeigt einen vielfältigen Mix an Praxis-Impulsen zu Leadership, Organisationsentwicklung, Lernkultur und Karrieregestaltung im Patchwork-Style auf und bietet Expert:innen zu New Work und New Leadership Raum, um diverse Welten zu verbinden.Durch persönliche Einblicke sowohl in die eigene Patchwork-Situation als auch in den Umgang mit einem Schicksalsschlag im engsten Umfeld zeigt sie auf, wie wichtig es ist, achtsam mit sich und anderen zu sein, um selbst wieder ins Gestalten zu kommen. Skills wie Kreativität, Flexibilität und Mut im Umgang mit Veränderungen sind gefragt, denn das Leben ist selten linear. Es gelingt ihr, intensive und inspirierende Mutmacher-Impulse zu setzen. Reflexionsfragen bieten einen Ankerplatz für eigene Erkenntnisse – auf dem individuellen Weg, auf der persönlichen Lernreise. Anders, vielfältig, bunt – einfach Patchwork.
Perspektiven einer pluralen Ökonomik (Wirtschaft + Gesellschaft)
by David J. Petersen Daniel Willers Esther M. Schmitt Robert Birnbaum Jan H. E. Meyerhoff Sebastian Gießler Benjamin RothDer Sammelband zeigt einerseits die Vielfalt und das Potential einer pluralen Ökonomik auf, indem einführende Überblicke sowie exemplarische Vertiefungen von ökonomischen Perspektiven und Diskursen erfolgen. Andererseits versteht er sich als Debattenimpuls, bei dem auch die grundsätzliche Frage nach der Relevanz und Verantwortung einer Wirtschaftswissenschaft und -praxis in den Fokus gerückt wird, die sich den Herausforderungen dieser Zeit adäquater zu stellen vermag. Es werden zentrale wissenschaftstheoretische, ökonomische und gesellschaftliche Kritiken, Herausforderungen und mögliche Lösungsansätze diskutiert.
Perspektiven und Dimensionen der Unternehmensberatung: Eine grundlegende Betrachtung (essentials)
by Dirk LippoldAus acht unterschiedlichen Perspektiven betrachtet Dirk Lippold in diesem essential die umsatzstarke Branche der Unternehmensberatung, deren enorme Bandbreite von der Strategieberatung bis zur Auftragsprogrammierung reicht. Auf diese Weise bringt er dem Leser die Vielfalt und die Besonderheiten des Leistungserstellungsprozesses von Beratungsunternehmen näher. Zudem wird durch diese Art der Betrachtung ein Beitrag zur Transparenz des Phänomens ,,Unternehmensberatung" geleistet.
Perspektiven zum Umbau der fossilen Wirtschaft: Hürden und Chancen für nachhaltigen Konsum in Gegenwart und Zukunft
by Christian J. JäggiDieses Fachbuch beleuchtet wo wir global mit unserer bis heute noch fossilen Weltwirtschaft stehen und wie ein Umbau weg von fossilen Brennstoffen nicht allein in Deutschland sondern weltweit gelingen könnte. Der Autor analysiert die aktuele Situation und benennt die Risiken die ein solcher Umbau mit sich bringt.
Perspektivenorientierte Personalwirtschaft: Einführung in das Personalmanagement aus Arbeitnehmer- und Arbeitgebersicht
by Steffen HillebrechtIn diesem Lehrbuch wählt Steffen Hillebrecht einen innovativen und sehr anwendungsfokussierten Ansatz zur Betrachtung der Personalwirtschaft. Zunächst nimmt der Autor die Perspektive eines Arbeitnehmers ein, mit den Facetten Lebensplanung, Berufswahl, Karriereentscheidungen und Stellensuche. Anschließend werden die Überlegungen des Arbeitgebers skizziert und hierbei die Schnittstellen zu den Arbeitnehmerperspektiven analysiert. In einem weiteren Schritt wird das die Arbeit umgebende System aus Staat, Gesellschaft und Gewerkschaften betrachtet, dessen Teilnehmer ebenfalls ihre Erwartungen an die Arbeit in Unternehmen haben. Abschließend erfolgt eine Einordnung der personalwirtschaftlichen Perspektiven in zukünftige Entwicklungen.Verschiedene Musterrechnungen und Arbeitsvorlagen erleichtern das Nachvollziehen personalwirtschaftlicher Entscheidungen und laden ein, über eigene Karriereperspektiven und deren Konsequenzen nachzudenken.
Perspektivenwechsel in der Digitalisierung: Interdisziplinäre Ansätze für die digitale Epoche
by Detlef WallenhorstDieses Buch bietet einen wertvollen Ansatz für eine neue, ganzheitliche Herangehensweise zur erfolgreichen Gestaltung der Digitalisierung. Diese wird häufig mit technologischem Fortschritt gleichgesetzt oder nur aus technologisch-wirtschaftlicher Sicht betrachtet. Aber sie ist viel mehr als das: Die Digitalisierung beeinflusst alle Bereiche unseres Lebens - wie wir arbeiten, wie wir lernen, wie wir miteinander kommunizieren und vieles mehr. Um die digitale Epoche jedoch gestalten zu können, ist der Dialog und die Zusammenarbeit von Menschen aus unterschiedlichen Bereichen erforderlich.Der Autor deckt hierzu eine Vielzahl von Themen ab, bietet Lösungsvorschläge für die Herausforderungen, die mit der Digitalisierung einhergehen, und gewährt eine erweiterte Sicht auf die technologischen, wirtschaftlichen und gesellschaftlichen Aspekte der Digitalisierung. Denn gerade in der interdisziplinären Zusammenarbeit und der Einbeziehung des kulturellen Kontextes liegen Ansatzpunkte für eine erfolgreiche Gestaltung der Digitalisierung. Er fordert entsprechend einen Perspektivenwechsel für eine neue Zusammenarbeit, um eine ganzheitliche Betrachtung der Digitalisierung zu fördern. Dazu geht das Buch den Fragen nach, welche Anforderungen hierfür zu erfüllen sind und welche Auswirkungen dieser neue Ansatz haben wird.