Managers and Management in West Germany

Managers and Management in West Germany
Author: Peter Lawrence
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2017-07-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 135183973X

Originally published in 1980 but re-issued now with a new preface, this book looks at the German manager from a sociological viewpoint and explains why German management has been so successful and highlights the key factors in the training of the German manager and the attitudes and skills he develops in his work. The views and aspirations of German managers themselves are discussed in the light of the author's first-hand acquaintance with German industry. Throughout there is comparison with the UK, USA and other European countries. The manufacturing function is the subject of a special examination. It is argued that although German management has adopted some American practices the ethic is strictly German and an essential part of the German character.

Managers and Management in West Germany

Managers and Management in West Germany
Author: Peter Lawrence
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2017-07-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1351839748

Cover -- Half Title Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Original Title Page -- Original Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- Preface to the Re-Issue of 2017 -- 1. Economic Life: Past and Present -- 2. The Structure of German Firms -- 3. The Background of German Management -- 4. The Character of German Management -- 5. The Views of German Managers -- 6. Production Management -- 7. The Foreman -- 8. The Standing of Industry -- 9. Export Potential? -- Bibliography -- Index

Personal Values and Managerial Behaviour

Personal Values and Managerial Behaviour
Author: Zlatko Nedelko
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2019-06-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3030199894

This book investigates the influence of personal values on managerial behaviour in modern organizations, and how this impacts upon company performance and relationships. With a focus on central Europe, the authors explore the notion of a personal values system and seek to identify the influencing factors behind behaviour. Providing a new methodological and contextual framework which goes beyond established measurements, the book offers insights into the most important studies in the area and will provide valuable reading to academics in the fields of management, organization and HRM, as well as practitioners and policy-makers.

Managers As Employees

Managers As Employees
Author: Myron J. Roomkin
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 303
Release: 1989-02-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0195364619

This collection of essays examines the role of managers as employees in nine industrialized countries--Britain, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, West Germany, Sweden, France, Italy, and Japan. Focusing on middle managers, including professionals, the contributors document the differences and similarities that exist in the employment relationships of managers in these countries, trace the forces that shape these relationships, and discuss the ways that these relationships have been affected by developments in the business environment over the last two decades. The distinguished contributors include Greg Bamber, Ed Snape, Russell D. Lansbury, Annabelle Quince, David F. Smith, Eberhard Witte, Karl-Olof Faxén, Håkan Lundgren, Jacques Rojot, Claudio Pellegreni, and Vladimir Pucik.

Business Cultures in Europe

Business Cultures in Europe
Author: William Brierley
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2012-08-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136009213

Major changes which have occurred since this book was first published have been included in this edition. In particular, the chapter on Germany has been substantially revised and now includes a separate section on easter Germany. The other five countries covered in the book have also witnessed changes in their business culture and these have been taken into consideration. This book examines the background to business practice in Europe of six major countries: Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Spain and the Netherlands. Each chapter tracks the commercial development of that country in the late 1970s, 1980s and early 1990s, focusing on the business environment, special features affecting business, and the response to the EC's single market. The business culture section in each is divided further into business and government, business and the economy, business and the law, business and finance, business and the labour market, business and trade unions and business training, education and development. The test is organized in such a manner to enable cross-referencing between countries, and maps have been included in the new edition.

Rethinking Management Information Systems

Rethinking Management Information Systems
Author: Wendy Currie
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 529
Release: 1999
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0198775334

This book examines influential ideas within Management Information Systems (MIS). Leading international contributors summarize key topics and explore a variety of issues currently being discussed in the field. They re-visit influential ideas such as socio-technical theory, systems thinking,and structuration theory and demonstrate their relevance to newer ideas such as re-engineering, hybrid management, knowledge workers, and outsourcing. In locating MIS within an interdisciplinary context, particularly in the light of rapid technological changes, this book will form the link betweenpast and future approaches to MIS.

Personal Values as Drivers of Managerial Innovation: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Personal Values as Drivers of Managerial Innovation: Emerging Research and Opportunities
Author: Nedelko, Zlatko
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2018-10-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 152253251X

In order for organizations to be successful, managers must continuously contribute new innovations and support new business ideas and methods. Addressing the link between personal values and managerial ingenuity can accelerate innovativeness in organizations and allow a business to thrive in competitive environments. Personal Values as Drivers of Managerial Innovation: Emerging Research and Opportunities explores how a manager’s personal values can be used for the development of innovative working strategies to influence organizations and their individual employees. Taking a cross-cultural approach, the authors compare managers’ ideals between organizations worldwide to determine best leadership strategies. While highlighting topics including organizational structure, management roles, and ethics, this book is ideally designed for researchers, managers, professionals, and students seeking current research on ways to improve innovation within organizations.

Managers in the Making

Managers in the Making
Author: John Storey
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 271
Release: 1997-05-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1849206805

Using original data, Managers in the Making presents a thorough analysis of the processes by which managers are made in Britain and Japan. It provides a detailed comparative study of the careers, training, developmental experience and job demands of managers in eight named companies, matching British firms with Japanese counterparts. Using qualitative and quantitative data the authors offer an understanding of these processes within organizational, sectoral and national contexts. Managers′ perceptions, reactions and concerns are recorded and analysed throughout.