Transcontinental Strategies for Industrial Development and Economic Growth
Transcontinental Strategies for Industrial Development and Economic Growth

Author: Christiansen, Bryan

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2017-03-03

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13: 1522521615

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In contemporary society, it is vital for countries to consistently seek new ways to provide stable growth for their increasing populations. As such, it is important to stay on top of the most current strategies and trends that promote strong industrial and economic development. Transcontinental Strategies for Industrial Development and Economic Growth provides a comprehensive examination of the latest strategies and techniques for growing and maintaining an economically-sound community. Highlighting innovative research on relevant topics such as budget preparation processes, management philosophies, and global competitiveness, this publication is an ideal resource for all professionals, practitioners, business owners, and researchers who are seeking advanced academic perspectives on strategies for industrial development and economic growth.

The Importance of Entrepreneurship in Fostering Economic Progress
The Importance of Entrepreneurship in Fostering Economic Progress

Author: Abdelli, Mohammed El Amine

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-10-09

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 1668471299

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Despite most societies having recognized the vital role of entrepreneurship in driving economic progress, there is still a lack of understanding of the components of innovation, entrepreneurship, and growth and the relationship between microeconomic foundations of development and macroeconomic outcomes. Moreover, the impact of new venture competitiveness and performance, growth, and survival, the evolution of industries, and the location and influence of entrepreneurial activity all demand more advanced study and analysis. Insights into recent developments in the dynamics that support knowledge generation, diffusion, and commercialization through innovation and the role of the entrepreneur in the growth process will expand the understanding of this vital connection. The Importance of Entrepreneurship in Fostering Economic Progress is edited by Mohammed El Amine Abdelli, and is an essential read for academics, students, and researchers interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the connection between entrepreneurship driving economic progress. Leading scholars in various fields such as management, entrepreneurship, industrial economics, evolutionary economics, innovation and technological change, regional economics, and public policy have come together to examine and discuss the impact of entrepreneurship on employment, the crucial role of technological innovation on economic growth, and the impact of the entrepreneurial economy on public policy. By exploring the regulation design influencing knowledge creation, ownership, entry barriers, labor mobility, and inefficient financial markets, this book offers relevant policy implications for policymakers seeking to design effective entrepreneurship policies to foster economic development, employment, and global competitiveness.

Emerging Insights on the Relationship Between Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Economic Models
Emerging Insights on the Relationship Between Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Economic Models

Author: Kesavan, Dhanapal

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-04-11

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1668456931

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The significance of cryptocurrencies can be understood clearly with their high market penetration in recent times. The central banks, economists, business professionals, and authorities are examining the prospects, impacts, comfortability, and reliability aspects of cryptocurrencies. Many questions are yet to be answered empirically to cover the significance, considerations, negative impacts, policy applications, and acceptance of cryptocurrencies as marketable instruments. Many governments are concerned about the nature and volatility of cryptocurrencies due to their decentralized form. Emerging Insights on the Relationship Between Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Economic Models discusses the answers to major queries and concerns regarding cryptocurrencies and the emergence of decentralized economic models. It covers major topics that are highly resourceful for knowledge seekers and is highly useful, containing vital information related to cryptocurrencies. Covering topics such as central bank digital currencies, financial reporting, and public perception, this premier reference source is an essential resource for economists, government officials and agency officials, policymakers, central bank professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, students and educators of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.

Leadership Strategies for Effective Diversity Management
Leadership Strategies for Effective Diversity Management

Author: Diene, Amdy

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-12-29

Total Pages: 279

ISBN-13:

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In an increasingly globalized and diverse business landscape, effective leadership strategies for managing diversity have become pivotal for organizational success. Leaders are challenged today to answer the question: how can they use the principles of proactive diversity management to ensure that every employee feels valued and empowered, regardless of their cultural background? Leadership Strategies for Effective Diversity Management offers a profound exploration of methods that leaders can use to harness the power of diversity to cultivate innovative and harmonious work environments. Rooted in scholarly research and practical insights, this book delves into the multifaceted realm of diversity management, focusing on the vital role that leadership plays in fostering an inclusive and thriving workplace. It emphasizes the significance of understanding the intricacies of a diverse workforce through data analysis, akin to deciphering a roadmap. It guides leaders in interpreting workforce demographics and dynamics, enabling them to tailor strategies that celebrate individual contributions. Moreover, the book underscores the acquisition of cultural competencies as a cornerstone of effective diversity management. Leaders are encouraged to navigate cultural nuances, promote open dialogue, and bridge gaps to create an atmosphere where distinct viewpoints are not only acknowledged but also embraced. Tailored to multinational organizations, visionary leaders, and seasoned practitioners, this book presents a holistic perspective on diversity management, particularly relevant in the context of emerging economies. By revealing the intricate interplay between leadership, diversity, and global dynamics, the book serves as a guide for organizations expanding their reach across international borders.

Moving From R&D Development to Production and Sales in Start-Up Companies
Moving From R&D Development to Production and Sales in Start-Up Companies

Author: Porath, Amiram

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-02-27

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 1799856879

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For most companies, the move from a start-up engaged in research and development into a full-fledged company with production and sales is a difficult process. However, there are some strategies to overcome these challenges, though each has its advantages and drawbacks. To fully understand the dynamic landscape startup companies face, further research on these strategies is required. Moving From R&D Development to Production and Sales in Start-Up Companies summarizes the process of moving from research and development to production and sales from a multi-dimensional perspective and focuses on key points within the field to support businesses such as best practices and tactics to make this transition as smooth as possible. Covering topics such as business strategy, leadership, innovation, production, and company growth, this reference work is ideal for business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, managers, marketers, sales professionals, researchers, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Promoting Value Creation Through Organizational Effectiveness and Development
Promoting Value Creation Through Organizational Effectiveness and Development

Author: González-Torres, Thais

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-01-07

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 1668484811

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Organizational effectiveness represents the net satisfaction of all stakeholders involved in the process of efficiently gathering and transforming inputs into outputs. Thus, the expected outcomes of organizational effectiveness include proximal, intermediate, and distal or organizational performance outcomes. Furthermore, key literature acknowledges that being effective at the organizational level is critical in accelerating organizational development, thus helping firms to build their capacity to change and achieve greater effectiveness by developing, improving, and reinforcing strategies, structures, and processes. Promoting Value Creation Through Organizational Effectiveness and Development explores potential theories, practices, new approaches, and research agendas for achieving organizational effectiveness. It discusses the positive practices in organizations to produce desirable changes in organizational effectiveness. Covering topics such as ethnography, organizational social capital, and supply chain efficiency, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for business leaders, entrepreneurs, human resource managers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.

Examining the Vital Financial Role of SMEs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
Examining the Vital Financial Role of SMEs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

Author: Taleb, Dalila

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-01-03

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 166844836X

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In today’s society, businesses are being pressured to play a more active role in addressing global environmental, social, and economic issues. Therefore, a considerable shift in the functional components of enterprises is required to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. SMEs play a vital role in countries' socio-economic structures, and the importance of SMEs is increasingly recognized as a factor of economic stability and social cohesion. In order to ensure SMEs are appropriately utilized to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, further study is required. Examining the Vital Financial Role of SMEs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals highlights the challenges and opportunities of using the concepts of economic sustainability to achieve sustainability goals as well as the role SMEs play in developing sustainable practices. The book also discusses how finance sustainability can be used to improve the stability of policies. Covering topics such as blockchain, corporate social responsibility, and performance management practices, this reference work is ideal for business owners, policymakers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Advanced Businesses in Industry 6.0
Advanced Businesses in Industry 6.0

Author: Oskounejad, Mohammad Mehdi

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-04-29

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13:

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In an era dominated by technology, our world is experiencing a radical transformation through the relentless expansion of industrial generations. The advent of the fourth industrial generation unleashed transformative technologies that revolutionized businesses, enabling access to unprecedented data and analytical capabilities. As we transition into the fifth industrial generation, concepts like sustainability, resilience, and value take center stage, laying the foundation for what is now known as Industry 6.0. In this landscape, processes are intelligently managed without human intervention, and artificial intelligence burgeons, promising a future where calculations and analyses occur at unprecedented speeds through quantum computing. Advanced Businesses in Industry 6.0 emerges as a comprehensive guide to decipher the intricacies of Industry 6.0. With a focus on ultra-advanced concepts, we aim to provide a roadmap for scholars and professionals, offering insights into the opportunities and challenges within this ultra-smart environment. Tailored for students and professionals alike, this book delves into essential topics such as super smart businesses, supply chain advancements, smart factories, production, procurement, information logistics, distribution, interactions, marketing, finance, agriculture, and health systems in Industry 6.0.

Emerging Technologies and Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry
Emerging Technologies and Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry

Author: Ortiz-Rodriguez, Fernando

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-09-07

Total Pages: 311

ISBN-13: 1668480905

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Emerging Technologies and Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry offers a comprehensive solution to the pressing challenges faced by the manufacturing industry. As manufacturers grapple with the need to adapt to changing customer expectations and embrace emerging technologies, this book provides a timely and relevant resource. Edited by esteemed scholars, it features high-quality chapters that delve into technology-driven approaches, such as Internet-connected machinery, artificial intelligence, and sensors, with the aim of enhancing efficiency, productivity, and overall performance in manufacturing processes. Covering key topics such as machine learning, blockchain technologies, big data, and the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), the book explores transformative concepts like digital twins, extended reality, and the impact of 5G and edge computing. With contributions from authoritative experts, this book serves as an indispensable tool for students, researchers, and IT professionals in manufacturing plants. By offering practical guidance and insights, Emerging Technologies and Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of digital transformation and seize the opportunities presented by emerging technologies. It is academic rigor and practical applicability makes it a valuable resource that is poised to have a significant impact on the manufacturing IT community and academic scholars worldwide, enabling a successful journey toward a more efficient and resilient future in the manufacturing industry.

Economic, Educational, and Touristic Development in Asia
Economic, Educational, and Touristic Development in Asia

Author: Christiansen, Bryan

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2020-02-07

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1799822400

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The progression of the independent states that were created after the collapse of the Soviet Union has become a prevalent area of research as these countries continue to make infrastructural strides. These regions possess vastly desirable natural resources including oil, gas, and minerals, causing this section of the world to have rising global importance as they continue to improve their economy, educational systems, and tourism industries. Economic, Educational, and Touristic Development in Asia is a pivotal reference source that provides a thorough examination of the contemporary progression of several recently formed countries within Central Asia. While highlighting topics such as hospitality marketing, anti-corruption reform, and entrepreneurship, this publication explores the technological, educational, and security enhancements being made in these areas, as well as how this region can strengthen its prosperity by strategically utilizing their globally-coveted natural resources. This book is ideally designed for economists, higher education faculty, provosts, chancellors, scholars, practitioners, policymakers, business professionals, marketers, restaurateurs, hotel managers, tour developers, travel agencies, government officials, strategists, educators, researchers, and graduate students.