The Fourth Industrial Revolution

The Fourth Industrial Revolution
Author: Klaus Schwab
Publisher: Crown Currency
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2017-01-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1524758876

World-renowned economist Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, explains that we have an opportunity to shape the fourth industrial revolu­tion, which will fundamentally alter how we live and work. Schwab argues that this revolution is different in scale, scope and complexity from any that have come before. Characterized by a range of new technologies that are fusing the physical, digital and biological worlds, the developments are affecting all disciplines, economies, industries and governments, and even challenging ideas about what it means to be human. Artificial intelligence is already all around us, from supercomputers, drones and virtual assistants to 3D printing, DNA sequencing, smart thermostats, wear­able sensors and microchips smaller than a grain of sand. But this is just the beginning: nanomaterials 200 times stronger than steel and a million times thinner than a strand of hair and the first transplant of a 3D printed liver are already in development. Imagine “smart factories” in which global systems of manu­facturing are coordinated virtually, or implantable mobile phones made of biosynthetic materials. The fourth industrial revolution, says Schwab, is more significant, and its ramifications more profound, than in any prior period of human history. He outlines the key technologies driving this revolution and discusses the major impacts expected on government, business, civil society and individu­als. Schwab also offers bold ideas on how to harness these changes and shape a better future—one in which technology empowers people rather than replaces them; progress serves society rather than disrupts it; and in which innovators respect moral and ethical boundaries rather than cross them. We all have the opportunity to contribute to developing new frame­works that advance progress.

A Business History of Latin America

A Business History of Latin America
Author: Andrea Lluch
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2024-11-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1040225454

This edited volume constitutes the first available comprehensive business history of Latin America available in English. It offers a unique synthesis of the development of capitalism in Latin America that takes into consideration the complexities of each country, while simultaneously understanding broader commonalities. With chapters written by a group of internationally renowned senior scholars with a long trajectory in business historical research, the volume is divided into two major areas. First, the development of capitalism in some of the major economies of the region (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru) through the lens of management strategic decisions and entrepreneurial activity. And second, the long-term evolution of factors affecting the region’s particular evolution of capitalism and business systems. They include the rise of environmentally sustainable businesses; the impact of crime on entrepreneurial activity; the evolution of family firms, the changing strategies of multinational corporations in the region; the evolution of business groups; the role of female entrepreneurs; and the challenges for conducting business in a region with poor infrastructure. This insightful collection serves both as a straightforward introduction for those looking for a broad understanding of the region and for those interested in conducting comparative studies between Latin America and other areas of the world. It will be of direct appeal to researchers and advanced students of business and economic history and international business in particular.

Decreto expropiatorio de la Revolución cubana

Decreto expropiatorio de la Revolución cubana
Author: Autores Varios
Publisher: Linkgua
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2024-01-01
Genre: Law
ISBN: 8498168120

El Decreto expropiatorio de la Revolución cubana, también conocido como Ley No. 890, fue una legislación clave promulgada por el Gobierno Revolucionario de Cuba, bajo la presidencia de Osvaldo Dorticós Torrado. Este decreto fue una medida radical que buscaba reestructurar de manera significativa la economía cubana, poniendo en práctica los ideales y objetivos de la Revolución Cubana de 1959. Contexto El decreto se justifica en múltiples «Por cuanto», que delinean las razones y la necesidad de tomar acción tan drástica. Se argumenta que el desarrollo económico de la nación solo puede lograrse mediante una planificación económica adecuada, el aumento y la racionalización de la producción y, sobre todo, el control nacional de las industrias básicas. Además, se menciona que muchas grandes empresas privadas han estado actuando en contra de los intereses de la Revolución y del desarrollo económico de la nación. Aquí, estas empresas son acusadas de sabotear la capacidad productiva de Cuba, de invertir capital en el extranjero y de abandonar la administración directa de sus fábricas, entre otras cosas. Implicaciones económicas Este Decreto expropiatorio propone la nacionalización mediante expropiación forzosa de todas las empresas industriales y comerciales, así como de otros bienes relacionados. Esta nacionalización masiva se justifica como una necesidad imperante para transformar la economía y para disolver el poder económico de supuestos «intereses privilegiados» que conspiran contra el pueblo y la Revolución. Política de comercio exterior Otro aspecto crucial mencionado en el decreto es la transformación del comercio exterior de Cuba. Se argumenta que el control nacional de las importaciones es esencial y que la existencia de grandes empresas importadoras que operan por el simple estímulo del beneficio personal es un obstáculo para la nueva política de comercio exterior. Legalidad El decreto se ampara en el Artículo 24 de la Ley Fundamental de la República, promulgada, poco antes, el 7 de febrero de 1959, para llevar a cabo la expropiación forzosa de estas empresas. Decreto expropiatorio de la Revolución Cubana La Ley No. 890 fue un hito en la historia de la Revolución Cubana, marcando un cambio profundo y controvertido en la estructura económica del país. Buscó desmantelar el poder económico de ciertos sectores, y sometar a las fuerzas económicas del país a los ideales y objetivos de la Revolución. Esta ley también llevó a tensiones y conflictos con países extranjeros y empresas multinacionales que se vieron afectadas por la nacionalización, contribuyendo a la compleja relación entre Cuba y el resto y los Estados Unidos de América en los años posteriores.

Africa's Business Revolution

Africa's Business Revolution
Author: Acha Leke
Publisher: Harvard Business Press
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2018-10-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1633694410

The Definitive Guide to Doing Business in Africa For global and Africa-based companies looking to access new growth markets, Africa offers exciting opportunities to build large, profitable businesses. Its population is young, fast-growing, and increasingly urbanized--while rapid technology adoption makes the continent a fertile arena for innovation. But Africa's business environment remains poorly understood; it's known to many executives in the West only by its reputation for complexity, conflict, and corruption. Africa's Business Revolution provides the inside story on business in Africa and its future growth prospects and helps executives understand and seize the opportunities for building profitable, sustainable enterprises. From senior leaders in McKinsey's African offices and a leading executive on the continent, this book draws on in-depth proprietary research by the McKinsey Global Institute as well as McKinsey's extensive experience advising corporate and government leaders across Africa. Brimming with company case studies and exclusive interviews with some of Africa's most prominent executives, this book comes to life with the vibrant stories of those who have navigated the many twists and turns on the road to building successful businesses on the continent. Combining an unrivalled fact base with expert advice on shaping and executing an Africa growth strategy, this book is required reading for global business executives looking to expand their existing operations in Africa--and for those seeking a road map to access this vast, untapped market for the first time.

The Copernican Revolution

The Copernican Revolution
Author: Thomas S. Kuhn
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Total Pages: 330
Release: 1957
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780674171039

An account of the Copernican Revolution, focusing on the significance of the plurality of the revolution which encompassed not only mathematical astronomy, but also conceptual changes in cosmology, physics, philosophy, and religion.

Entrepreneur Revolution

Entrepreneur Revolution
Author: Daniel Priestley
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2018-07-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0857087827

A no-nonsense, implementable handbook for taking part in the Entrepreneur Revolution We are living in revolutionary times; times with an impact as significant and far-reaching as the previous Industrial Revolution was to the Agricultural Age. Technological shifts have allowed micro-businesses to compete with large corporations. Small business can now have a global footprint, can be structured in low tax environments, move products anywhere in the world, and access unprecedented levels of support. Entrepreneur Revolution means taking the initiative to do something that you love, something that you’re good at, and something that will make you money. This masterclass in gaining an entrepreneurial mindset will show how to change the way you think, the way you network, and the way you make a living. Includes new statistics, activities, case studies, and research Takes a look at how the brain can affect the entrepreneurial mindset Offers new ideas for entrepreneurs starting a new business Helps you shake off old ideas and make a great, independent leap forward This inspiring and practical book shows you how to break free from The Industrial Revolution mindset, quit working so hard, follow your dream—and make a fortune along the way.

Routledge Spanish Dictionary of Business, Commerce and Finance Diccionario Ingles de Negocios, Comercio y Finanzas

Routledge Spanish Dictionary of Business, Commerce and Finance Diccionario Ingles de Negocios, Comercio y Finanzas
Author: Emilio G. Muniz Castro
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 851
Release: 2024-11-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1040285643

This Dictionary consists of some 100,000 terms in both Spanish and English, drawn from the whole range of business, finance and banking terminology. Over 45 subject areas are covered, compiled by a team of international terminologists