Editor’s Note: The Natural Evolution of Things is an in-depth is a 5-part series that describes 13 the catalysts of Organizational Change and Competitiveness, based on the theme of Michael Porter’s Five Forces. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile page found here. * * * * Survival of the fittest? […]
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The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 7)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile […]
The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 6)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile […]
The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 5)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile […]
The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 4)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile […]
The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 3)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile […]
The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 2)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s profile […]
Standardization or Adaptation?
Standardization or adaption? Have you ever answered this question from a personal perspective? The main challenge a business may face in internationalization is the degree of standardization or adaptation regarding its operations. Going global implies a clear and definite strategy that will fit both the organization and the local culture. The purpose is to attain […]
The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present (Part 1)
Editor’s Note: The Journey from the Age of the Tool to the Present is a 7-part series, tracing the journey humanity has taken from 2500 BC to modern times on the progress of Human Resources. This is a very comprehensive narrative that touches upon numerous management philosophies and concepts. To read the full series, take a look at the author’s […]
A Different Perspective on Culture Change – Part II
Editor’s Note: You can read Dr. Ted Marra’s Part I of A Different Perspective on Culture Change here. * * * * For those readers of Part I and possibly some new readers as well, I hope that this article continues to add value and provide a different perspective – one through the eyes of […]
A Different Perspective on Culture Change – Part I
I can already sense what you’re thinking! The last thing we need is another article on cultural or organisational change! Please, give us a break! Certainly I know all too well the number of consulting organisations out there like Senn-Delaney and all the other ‘big’ and ‘small players’ as well as independent consultants who believe […]
A New Direction for Performance Management
The ideal process for managing performance is one that successfully motivates and supports staff to contribute to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the organization. A continuing process that encourages on-going communication and coaching between managers and their employees has many benefits and advantages over traditional Performance Management. The Problem with Traditional Performance […]
