Calling a halt to mindless change : a plea for commonsense management
Mc Donald, John
Calling a halt to mindless change : a plea for commonsense management - New York American Management Association International - xi, [1], 244 p.
Examines various management philosophies and techniques which have been presented over time as the ultimate solutions to various management ills. Includes specialization, corporate office, reengineering, scientific management, and long-term business planning; and points out the deficiencies of each technique/philosophy. Examines the nature of change, and suggests 6 evolutions that need to be watched, including the technological evolution, and the evolution of rising expectations. Advocates the need to anticipate and, where feasible, pursue change using commonsense management, based on intelligent, studied analysis and action.
LRC 12.04.01 M135
Calling a halt to mindless change : a plea for commonsense management - New York American Management Association International - xi, [1], 244 p.
Examines various management philosophies and techniques which have been presented over time as the ultimate solutions to various management ills. Includes specialization, corporate office, reengineering, scientific management, and long-term business planning; and points out the deficiencies of each technique/philosophy. Examines the nature of change, and suggests 6 evolutions that need to be watched, including the technological evolution, and the evolution of rising expectations. Advocates the need to anticipate and, where feasible, pursue change using commonsense management, based on intelligent, studied analysis and action.
LRC 12.04.01 M135