ISBN:
9781137367167
,
1137367164
Language:
English
Pages:
XX, 231 S.
,
Ill., graf. Darst.
Edition:
2nd edition, expanded and updated
Edition:
Online-Ausg. Online-Ressource Palgrave connect. Business & Management Collection
DDC:
302.35
Keywords:
Manpower planning
;
Labor supply Effect of technological innovations on
;
Technological innovations Social aspects
;
Organizational theory & behaviour, bicssc
;
Business and Management, ukslc
;
Organizational theory & behaviour, thema
;
Business strategy, thema
;
Working patterns & practices, thema
;
Electronic books
Abstract:
Introduction 1. Flexibility As A Uniting Force Between People And Generations At Work 2. The Evolution Of Technology And Its Uses At Work 3. From Workplace To Meeting Place: Emerging Organizational Models 4. What Today's Managers Say About The New World Of Work And The Challenges They Face 5. Making Change: How Organizational Culture Can Be Adapted To Enable Remote Working And Other 6. Empowering Work Arrangements 7. Think Flexibly: A Step-By-Step Guide To Introducing And Managing New Ways Of Working 8. Managing Remote Teams And Virtual Teams Across Borders 9. Making It Work For Organizations 10. Making it Happen for Individual Managers 11. The Way Ahead: Projections For The Future (From Workplace To Workspace)
Abstract:
The way we work is overdue for change. This newly updated guide to the challenges you will face in the 21st century world of work sets out a compelling case for change in organizational cultures and working practices to boost output, cut costs, give employees more freedom over how they work and contribute to a greener economy, The way we work is overdue for change. This expanded and updated edition of the global bestseller sets out the compelling case for a revolution in organizational cultures and working practices, to boost output, cut costs, give employees more freedom over how they work and contribute to a greener economy. Featuring insightful new case studies and updates on fast-moving trends, this book provides a clear framework and step-by-step guide to introducing new ways of working for leaders, managers and employees, with an extra chapter on how individuals can make change happen. Addressing both opportunities and challenges, this highly readable and inspiring book offers the most up-to-date guidance on modern business and organisational culture for everyone who wants, or needs, to embrace the new world of work
Abstract:
'Thought-provoking and motivating, Future Work is a comprehensive guide to how organizations and their leaders can embrace the new world of work. It has proven to be a useful tool in our journey towards enabling our employees to individually own the way they work.' -David Cole, Chief Risk Officer, Swiss Re 'An invaluable resource for anyone who needs to increase employee productivity and reduce costs, and wants to do so in a way that is economically, environmentally and socially sustainable.'a -Stephen Leonard, General Manager Global Markets - Systems and Technology Group at IBM 'In the brave new world of virtual work and agile, mobile workers, this new edition shares the journey of visionary people and companies who are charting a course through the waves of change. With detailed examples, case studies and practical recommendations, think of this book as the sextant for your own journey.' -Rebecca Lea Ray Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Human Capital, The Conference Board 'As a young entrepreneur, I believe Future Work is a must read for business leaders who want to take their organization into the 21st century. This book gives wonderful suggestions for tapping the full potential of our workforce and ourselves as leaders of the future.' -Therese Kinal, Co-Founder and CEO of Unleash 'This provocative book challenges leaders at all levels to consider whether they are truly doing everything they can to unleash the full potential of their women and men - and offers a convincing roadmap for driving organizational performance through more enlightened talent management and work styles.' -John R. Ryan, President and CEO, Center for Creative Leadership 'Future Work presents a compelling view of how work is being transformed in ways that benefit the employee and employer. More than that, it is a compelling call to action that shows us how to create much more flexible and effective workplaces.'a -Ellen Galinsky, President, Families and Work Institute 'The authors have assembled an illuminating body of evidence in this robust and readable analysis of work transformation that deserves to become a classic in its field.' -Richard Donkin, author of The History of Work and The Future of Work
Abstract:
Electronic book text. - Epublication based on: 9781137367150
Note:
Previous edition: 2011. - Includes bibliographical references and index
DOI:
10.1057/9781137367167
URL:
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