Managing the Reality of Virtual Organizations - Couverture rigide

Shekhar, Sandhya

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 8132227352 ISBN 13 : 9788132227359

Editeur : Springer, India, Private Ltd, 2016

Synopsis

This book comes at a time when virtual organizations(VO), are proliferating exponentially due to the twin catalysts ofglobalization and technological enablement. It provides conceptual frameworksand simple tools for identifying and addressing the complexities of managinggeographically dispersed, virtually linked organizations, which may have grownorganically or inorganically into a potpourri of multiple cultures,capabilities and practices. These can help to scientifically assess the impactof virtualization, balance the physical with the virtual and manage risks usingearly indicators. The book provides mechanisms to recognize, localize, measureand address vulnerabilities. Ensuring knowledge transfer effectiveness (KTE) isvital in VOs. A diagnostic tool has been evolved to measure KTE, isolateproblems and weak links and plan effective interventions. A set of criticalfactors to increase the probability of success of globalization strategies havebeen identified. This book interleaves theory with practice and providesinsights drawn from conversations with business leaders, exploratory surveys,and in-depth research using a large sample. The solid methodologicalunderpinnings serve as a useful template for researchers, while the models canbe contextualized to suit any organization.

 

Foreword by Mr. Ajit Balakrishnan, Chairman and CEO, Rediff.com;Chairman, Board of Governors, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta.                      

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Dr. Shekhar works in thearea of Knowledge and Innovation Strategies. Her recent work focuses on helpingorganizations manage the challenges of global dispersion whilst leveragingmarket and innovation opportunities by extending organizational boundaries. Shehas worked at the confluence of industry and academic fraternities helping tobuild innovation ecosystems, in her former role as the first CEO of India’s firstUniversity Research Park. She also has extensive industry experience, havingworked as Director, Asia Pacific Consulting, Gartner; CTO, BconnectB.com; Head,Knowledge Management Research, Aptech Ltd.; and Group Consultant, NIIT Ltd. Shedid her management studies at the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore.She earned her PhD from IIT Madras, with her dissertation winning the award for outstanding doctoral research from the EuropeanFoundation for Management Development and Emerald. She currently serves as anindependent director on the Boards of Bimetal Bearings Ltd. and IP RingsLtd.                       

À propos de la quatrième de couverture

This book comes at a time whenvirtual organizations (VO) are proliferating exponentially due to the twincatalysts of globalization and technological enablement. It provides conceptualframeworks and simple tools for identifying and addressing the complexities ofmanaging geographically dispersed, virtually linked organizations, which mayhave grown organically or inorganically into a potpourri of multiple cultures,capabilities and practices. These can help to scientifically assess the impactof virtualization, balance the physical with the virtual and manage risks usingearly indicators. As ensuring knowledge transfer effectiveness (KTE) is vitalin VOs, a diagnostic tool has been evolved to measure KTE, isolate problems andweak links and plan effective interventions.  Moreover, a set of criticalfactors that could increase the chances of an organization’s globalizationstrategies succeeding have been identified. This book interleaves theory withpractice and provides insights drawn from conversations with business leaders,exploratory surveys, and in-depth research using a large sample.

 

“Sandhya Shekhar’s wideranging analysis moves beyond just the technology enabling today’s virtualizedorganizations to a long overdue analysis of the opportunities and challengesfacing organizations looking to benefit from this historic levelling of thecompetitive playing field. Highly recommend to all executives responsible forleading into this brave new virtualized world.”

- Peter Bars

Senior PartnerClient Services | Consulting, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Melbourne, Australia

 

“This is afascinating aspect of organisations which is now ubiquitous. The complexity hasonly increased over time. Given the need for a strong organisational frameworkto support a `virtual' organisation, there has been limited focus on this areaand I am thus delighted that this book delves into this topic which shouldassist both the observer and the practitioner.”

- Sandeep Uppal

Managing Director& Head Commercial Banking/ India, Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation,Mumbai, India

 

“Virtual Organizations arebecoming the new norm. The author has married her vast industry experience, in-depthanalysis of several VOs, with strong academic orientation to present newconcepts. Organizations will benefit tremendously by diving into the book tounearth the gems that will improve their organizational effectiveness.”

- Dr. AmbiParameswaran

Advisor (and former CEO and Executive Director) FCB Ulka Advertising, Mumbai,India                      

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Springer, India, Private Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2016
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 8132227352
• ISBN 13: 9788132227359
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 263
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