LIST OF CONTRIBUTORS Solomon Appel Robert H. Ashton Reza Barkhi Metropolitan College of New York, New York, NY, USA Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, Durham, NC, USA Pamplin College of Business, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA, USA School of Management, University of Michigan-Dearborn, MI, USA College of Business Administration, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, USA Department of Accounting, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, AR, USA
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NETWORK CAPABILITY – EMERGING AS PART OF AN INDUSTRIAL FIRMS COMPETENCE CONFIGURATION Jukka Vesalainen, University of Vaasa, Department of Management jukka.vesalainen@uva.fi Henri Hakala, University of Vaasa, Department of Management henri.hakala@uva.fi Abstract: The network capability refers to the firm’s ability to build, handle and exploit relationships. These capabilities are interwoven in the complex configuration with other capabilities and competencies of the firm and are, in practice, very
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of human beings to excel in the field one works has increased competitiveness and resultant work stress. Management of human behaviour and chanalizing it into correct direction has become important. Application of motivational theories, art of leadership and skill of redesigning jobs and modification to organisational structure is an on going process that facilitates positive work environment leading to increased job satisfaction of employees, greater productivity and organizational growth. Due
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Master’s thesis M.Sc. in EU Business & Law An analysis of the European low fare airline industry - with focus on Ryanair Student: Thomas C. Sørensen Student number: 256487 Academic advisor: Philipp Schröder Aarhus School of Business September 13, 2005 1 Table of contents 1. Introduction 1.1. Preface 6 1.2. Research problem 6 1.3. Problem formulation 7 1.4. Delimitation 7 2. Science and methodology approach 2.1. Approaches to science 2.1.1. Ontology 2
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Assessment 3.1 Social and Environmental Component Evaluation of Woolworths Limited’s Corporate Responsibility Report Skye Childs 2095183 Dan Francis-Staite 2113169 Emma Welsh 2138113 Contents: Title page 1 Content page 2 1.0 Executive Summary 3 2.0 Stakeholders outline 6 3.0 Sustainability assessment: 10 3.1 Social 10 3.2 Environmental 12 4.0 Bottom of the Pyramid Market Engagement: 15 5.0 United Nations
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Strategic Positioning and Sustainable Competitive Advantage in Food Industry Abstract Purpose – This paper examines the concepts of sustainable competitive advantage (SCA) and strategic positioning (SP) and seeks to develop a framework on determinants of SP and SCA in the food industry following the case study approach. Design/methodology/approach – This paper analyzes the concepts of strategic positioning and sustainable competitive advantage and their interrelation. The qualitative study
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MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA AND BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY DEGREE Asset Management Auditing, Benchmarking and Measures South African Breweries Limited THE SOUTH AFRICAN BREWERIES BEER DIVISION Asset Management Auditing, Benchmarking and Measures TABLE OF CONTENTS Course Map 1. General Information 2. Outcomes of this module 3. Study Material 4. Assignments 5. Guidelines to answering questions 6. The examination 7. Support for this module 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 2 Copyright 2011 The
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LITERATURE REVIEW ON SOFTWARE ENGINEERING FOR COMPUTER GAMES Name: Course: Date Page 1 Abstract Games have often been very common in the past period of time, but with the discovery of computer games, they have penetrated. In spite of the third vista to computer games which is verifiable, it pertains to investigating what characteristics those who play such games anticipate from the gaming using the computer. Permit us state the meaning of a computer game as a play which is undertaken
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Needs Assessment for Quality In order for a hospital to survive the competition in today’s healthcare world, a hospital must be aware of opportunities to grow and reduce costs and be supported by Total Quality Management Process. The TQM process helps the hospital to create new products, ensure the standards of quality and client satisfaction and deliver improved services. In addition, the TQM process also helps in improving a company's bottom line profits by increasing operating efficiencies
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A Practical Guide to ACTION RESEARCH for Literacy Educators Written by Glenda Nugent, Sakil Malik, and Sandra Hollingsworth With support from the International Reading Association, Nokia Corporation, and Pearson Foundation Contributor/Editor: Amy Pallangyo A Practical Guide to Action Research for Literacy Educators Authors: Glenda Nugent, Sakil Malik, and Sandra Hollingsworth Contributor/Editor: Amy Pallangyo Copy Editor: John Micklos, Jr. Design/Layout:
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