Unsecured Ladders [electronic resource] : Meeting the Challenge of the Unexpected /
Robinson, G.author.
Harris, John.
The book addresses the vital issue of how business leaders can prepare themselves to deal with the impact of unexpected events. It raises key questions for leaders to address if they are to avoid being distracted by crisis and remain in touch with a wider context that is subject to constant uncertainty and change.
Cover; Dedications; Contents; List of boxes; List of figures; Acknowledgments; Chapter 1 Introductions and a problem; Chapter 2 The core issue - the unexpected is inevitable; Chapter 3 Attitudes and the unexpected; Chapter 4 No surprises! - anticipating and preparing for the unexpected; Chapter 5 Understanding context - inside the organization: Obligations, values and managing paradox; Chapter 6 Marshalling resources - building and managing commitment; Chapter 7 Context is key; Chapter 8 Securing the ladder - preparing your action plan; Notes; Index
Includes index.
The book addresses the vital issue of how business leaders can prepare themselves to deal with the impact of unexpected events. It raises key questions for leaders to address if they are to avoid being distracted by crisis and remain in touch with a wider context that is subject to constant uncertainty and change.
Marketing.
Risk management.
Leadership.
Operations research.
Decision making.
Management.
Economics.
Management science.
Marketing.
Risk Management.
Business Strategy/Leadership.
Operations Research/Decision Theory.
Management.
Economics, general.