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Day, George S.; Reibstein, David J., editors. With Robert E. Gunther. WHARTON ON DYNAMIC COMPETITIVE STRATEGY.
John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1997, 3rd printing.
465 pp, large 8vo (9 1/4" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 0471172073 "....offers new perspectives on competitive strategy from a distinguished group of faculty at Wharton and other leading business schools around the world. This book presents the best insights from decades of research in key areas such as competitive strategy, simulations, game theory, scenario planning, public policy, and market-driven strategy. It respresents the most cohesive collection of insights on strategy ever assembled by a leading school of business." Minor wrinkle at top/bottom of spine, very light rubbing, barcode label on rear pastedown, previous owner's label on front free endpaper. Dust jacket has light to moderate edge wrinkling. Very Good+/Ve r y Good
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Deloitte & Touche. THE FUTURE OF RETAIL BANKING: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE.
Deloitte & Touche, n.p., (1995).
52 pp, 8 3/8" H, soft cover. B&w figures, graphs. Contents: Introduction; The Increasing Importance of Scale Will Reshape Retail Banking; Technology Will Revolutionize Moving and Storing Money and Product Distribution; The Future - Disaggregating Retail Banking; How Can Retail Banks Win?; Some Final Thoughts. Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - clean and bright. Fine
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10.00 USD
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DeMond, C. W. PRICE, WATERHOUSE & CO. IN AMERICA: A HISTORY OF A PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM.
Price Waterhouse, New York, 1951.
356 pp, 8vo, hard cover (dark green boards, gold lettering on spine/front cover) - no dust jacket. "The present volume is essentially a history of the United States firm and its practice. The first chapter gives some of the highlights of the initi al development of the London firm. References are later made to many of the associated firms in other countries, particularly to the early days of the Canadian firm when the American practice was all one. The London firm during its second 50 ye a r s developed and expanded its practice throughout Great Britain and initiated many of the overseas developments of the international organization. This record is written for the intimate family of Price Waterhouse & Co., not for outside distrib ut io n. It closes with the death of one of our most colorful figures, J.C. Scobie, in 1944." Interior - a few erased pencil check marks against peoples names listed at the rear of the book who were linked to Price Waterhouse, otherwise clean and ti ght wi th no previous ownership marks. Exterior - minor wear to boards minor soiling to bottom of textblock. VG
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15.00 USD
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Ernst & Young. THE ERNST & YOUNG GUIDE TO PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS: METHODS FOR MANAGING BUSINESS RESULTS.
BankLine/Probus, Chicago, (1995).
341 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. Graphs, figures. "...the comprehensive resource for bankers seeking to exert greater control over profitability and performance. This resource guide looks at all aspects of profitability, including ha nds-on approaches to: Profitability philosophies and strategies; Balance sheet and income statement issues; Funds transfer pricing; Using profitability information; Activity-based costing; Product management; Performance measurement system desig n ; Cost accounting issues and approaches; Organizing and staffing; Planning and budgeting...details the development and management processes used in performance determination, analysis and planning for all key areas of the institution in an integr at ed approach designed to enhance overall profitabilty...an expert approach to a fundamental banking concern." Dust jacket has very minor edgewear. NF/NF
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45.00 USD
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Gay, Katherine. IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN: CANADIAN WOMEN TALK ABOUT WHAT IT TAKES TO START AND MANAGE A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS.
HarperBusiness, (Toronto, 1997), Ist edition.
263 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. B&w photographs. "...a book about entrepreneurs, how and why they chose to make it on their own, and how it has changed their lives. More than two dozen women, ranging in age from mid-twenties to mid- sixties, talk about their experiences, both painful and exhilarating, and offer advice on the pitfalls and opportunities as a business grows...a practical, highly readable and thoughtful guide for current or potential women entrepreneurs. Inspir i n g and entertaining, it is a window on an entrepreneurial experience for those women who will accept the challenge and reap the rewards." Minor bump to bottom front corner. Dust jacket has minor edge wrinkling. VG+/VG+
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Izzo, Joseph E. THE EMBATTLED FORTRESS: STRATEGIES FOR RESTORING INFORMATION SYSTEMS PRODUCTIVITY.
Jossey-Bass, San Francisco, (1988), 2nd printing.
155 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. "...shows mangers and CEOs how they can get involved in the planning of information systems to ensure that computer technology serves the company's missions and goals. He outlines specific management s trategies for helping information systems enhance organizational productivity, encourage creativity and innovation, and provide information that organizations can really use..." Dust jacket has light edge wrinkling/rubbing, light browning to sp i n e area. VG+/VG
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Jewkes, John. ORDEAL BY PLANNING.
Macmillan, London, 1948, reprint.
248 pp, 8vo (8 5/8" H), hard cover (dark blue boards with gold lettering on spine) - no dust jacket. Contents: The Spread of the Fashion; Is the Business Man Obsolete?; Must Monopoly Destroy the Free Economy?; Is Mass Unemployment Inevitable in th e Free Economy?; Confusion Among the Planners; Planners as a Species; Planning as a Scientific Method; Planning and Prosperity; Planning and Economic Stability; Planning and Freedom; The Moral Sickness of a Planned Society; National Planning and t h e World Economy. Interior - small rust marks at top of front pastedown, very light browning to endpapers, otherwise clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - tiny bump to three corners, minor wrinkling at top/bottom of spine, s li ght fading to spine color, darkening to top of textblock. VG
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Kelley, Robert E. THE GOLD-COLLAR WORKER: HARNESSING THE BRAINPOWER OF THE NEW WORK FORCE.
Addison-Wesley, Reading, Massachusetts, (1985).
196 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. "Despite their occupational differences, gold-collar workers (lawyers, computer programmers, stock analysts, community planners, editors, engineers) have much in common. In this landmark book, manageme nt consultant Robert Kelley takes a close look at these new workers, examines their impact on corporations, and offers practical advice for the people who manage them...Throughout the book, Kelley emphasizes the importance of understanding the mo d e r n workforce and finding effective ways of managing them." Small bumps to bottom of boards and two corners, two pages with crease at top corner, minor edgewear to boards. Dust jacket has moderate edgewear, is price-clipped, wrinkling a top/bo tt om o f spine and flap-folds. VG/G+
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12.00 USD
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Little, A.J. Foreword by J.R.M. Wilson. THE STORY OF THE FIRM, 1864-1964: CLARKSON, GORDON & CO.
(Clarkson, Gordon, [Toronto], 1964), Ist edition.
148 pp, large 8vo, hard cover (black cloth with embossed decoration and gold lettering) - no dust jacket. B&w and color illus. The history of the first hundred years of the accounting firm of Clarkson, Gordon. Appendices include lists of former p artners and employees. Interior - pages browning very lightly, otherwise clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - light edge wear to boards, minor rubbing. VG
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Peck, E.C., Col. THE FOREMAN - HIS JOB. LINCOLN FACTORY EXECUTIVE SERVICE SERIES.
Lincoln Extension Institute, Cleveland, Ohio, 1956, 6th printing.
137 pp, 8vo (8" H), flexible embossed covers with gold lettering on spine. Contents: An Introduction to the Foreman's Job; The Rise of Foremanship in Modern Industry; Functions and Requirements of a Foreman; The Foreman and Management; The Foreman 's Relation to the Workmen; The Supervisor and Safety; Supervision and Handling of Materials; Supervision of Machinery, Equipment, Methods, Processes; Product Quality and Costs; Foreman's Knowledge of Labor Laws; Building Up a Department Spirit; Bi b liography; Index; Charts. Interior - some creasing to one fold-out chart, light browning to a few pages, otherwise clean and tight with no other ownership marks. Exterior - light edge wear - light to moderate at top/bottom of spine, tiny tear at b ottom of front hinge. Very Good-
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Russell, Greg. GREG RUSSELL'S MODERN MERCHANDISING FOR MARINE RETAILERS.
Progressive Sales, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, 1994.
176 pp, 11" H, soft cover. B&w illustrations. "Do you want a stronger, more profitable marine retail business? How about an appealing, expertly merchandised store? A store that meets today's retail standards and today's sophisticated consumer ex pectations? (This) is the industry's first comprehensive guide to economical store renovation, marine merchandising, and promotion. It's the definitive business guide for today's marine retailer, clearly explaining a renovation and upgrade proces s in simple, concise terms. Now you can take charge of your future, restorying health, vitality, and pride of ownership to your business...." Chapter headings: Marine Merchandising; Planning the Renovation Project; Fixtures and Store Renovation; St ore Layout; Visual Merchandising; Pricing, Signs, and Packaging; Advertising and Promotion; Retail Operation; The Service Department; Appendices, Index, and Notes. Interior - very small surface scuff on title page, a few pages with small crease or bump at top corner. Exterior - light edge wear/wrinkling, heavy corner creases on front cover, one small tear archivally taped, area of light waviness at fore-rdge of first 20 pages, slight soiling at fore-edge of textblock. Good reading copy.
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25.00 USD
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Shiller, Ed. MANAGING THE MEDIA.
Bedford House, (Toronto, 1989).
210 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. "To many people in charge of organizations, the media are something to be avoided in good times and dealt with gingerly when crisis strikes. But the media are everywhere and are interested in everythin g, and few organizations can disregard them anymore...(this book) makes a strong case for a proactive stance and covers the essential elements of effective media relations, from the basic questions to ask when planning corporate strategy to the c r a f ting of the shortest press release...offers insights into selecting the right medium in any situation, deciding on the best vehicle for transmitting the message, fashioning the message in suitable terms and getting it across efficiently, effec ti ve ly and in a way that minimizes distortion..." Light wrinkling at top/bottom of spine, light rubbing to boards. Dust jacket has light rubbing, moderate wrinkling at top of spine and light wrinkling at bottom of spine. VG/VG
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Smye, Marti, with Anne McKague. YOU DON'T CHANGE A COMPANY BY MEMO: THE SIMPLE TRUTHS ABOUT MANAGING CHANGE.
Key Porter, (Toronto, 1994), Ist edition.
220 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. "...exactly what entreprenuers, managers and CEOs want, and need, to keep their company successful and their employees productive - an honest practical guide from the experts on managing change to stay ahead in a challenging world...guides you through the change process with advice on what pitfalls to avoid; how to make the process of change work better for you and your company; and with indispensable checklists to help you organize your thoughts and actions. Further insights can be gained through the case histories and the concise and practical management tips which illustrate each section..." Dust jacket has very minor edgewear. NF/NF
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Tapscott, Don, edited and with introduction by. (Signed.) (Stan Davis, Regis McKenna, John Hagel, James F. Moore, Jeffrey F. Rayport, Charles Handy, Thomas W. Malone, Robert J. Laubacher, David M. Upton, Andrew McAfee, Marco Iansiti, et al.) CREATING VALUE IN THE NETWORK ECONOMY.
Harvard Business Review, (Boston, 1999), Ist printing.
229 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. SIGNED BY DON TAPSCOTT ON TITLE PAGE. "A rich mix of ideas and insights, (this book) explores all aspects of the interconnected business environment, from the importance of trust in the virtual organiz ation and the changing nature of customer relationships to new ways that companies can generate returns from their intellectual assets. The real-world examples from companies such as...E-bay, The Wall Street Journal, and Auto-by-Tel help managers t o see more clearly the opportunities for transfiguring their business around the Internet." Boards are curling at fore-edge. Dust jacket has very minor edgewear. VG+/VG+
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10.00 USD
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