Many textbooks have been published in the academic field of study known as Strategic Management. Some are written to meet the guidelines set forth by specialized accrediting agencies; others, to impart the results of research or scholarly activities. Whatever the reason for publication, all textbooks in this field of study cover its core concepts. A core concept in a given academic discipline is one that is central to the field. All scholars may not agree that it is “correct,” yet it heavily influences their thinking (through acceptance, modification, or rejection) and is likely to stand the test of time. The application of these concepts to the professional situations of the student is in a constant state of change. How do business schools attempt to accommodate this constant state of change? Current instructional practice in most business schools is to present the core concept via an established textbook and require students to demonstrate competency in the concept by conducting a case analysis or some other experiential activity. The case study assignment requires the student to assess the situation as presented in the case, consider this assessment in light of the core concept(s) studied, and develop solutions for the case that are based on the core concept(s). In the end, students learn to apply traditional textbook-based concepts to traditional problems. Yet, as has been reported in the media, “the Internet has changed everything.” Has the Internet changed the relevancy of Strategic Management core concepts? The assumption of this book is that the relevancy of the time-tested core concepts has not changed. What the Internet has changed is access to these core concepts. It is now possible for anyone to learn the core concepts of Strategic Management, or any other field of study, via the Internet. This real-time access to information can be used to revolutionize the application of core concepts to the professional lives of those who learn them.
Electronic Commerce is one of the most important aspects to emerge from the Internet. It allows people to exchange goods and services immediately, with no barriers of time or distance Initially, E-Commerce was primarily the domain of large firms, due to its initial format of customized, complex, and expensive transactions – essential barriers to entry by smaller competitors. Today, for a nominal fee, anyone may become an online merchant, with the potential to reach millions of consumers world-wide. In essence, the development of the Internet has had the same effect on E-Commerce as Henry Ford’s assembly line on the automotive industry. It has converted a luxury for the few into a relatively simple and inexpensive device for the masses. In this book, we will explore these impacts and innovations. The purpose of this book is to provide a preliminary analytical foundation (knowledge base), which then may be used for further, more advanced study. It is not intended to be an exhaustive analysis—yet at the same time provides as much information as possible to provide an accurate depiction of the current state and likely future direction of E-Commerce.
SINGLE SOURCE GUIDE TO PEROXIDASES AND CATALASES Reflecting the important historical discoveries and exciting research in the field in recent years, Peroxidases and Catalases: Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology and Physiology provides a much-needed systematic, up-to-date treatment of peroxidases and catalases. From the structure and properties of the various superfamilies to current applications of peroxidases, the book consolidates vast amounts of information previously scattered in the professional literature, covering all aspects of these ubiquitous enzymes that act on a variety of substances and processes in living systems—their properties, reactions, crystal structures, cloning, and more. Considering the subject from both theoretical and applied perspectives, Peroxidases and Catalases offers a critical review of the literature and detailed discussions of the most current research. Chapters cover: The background and history of peroxidases and catalases Plant, fungal, and bacterial peroxidase superfamilies and their organization Mammalian peroxidases including medical and physiological roles Spectroscopic and theoretical techniques for studying peroxidases highlighting the contributions of physicists and physical/theoretical chemists Heme peroxidases, catalases, and other peroxidases such as vanadium and selenium peroxidase Relevant plant and animal physiology This one-stop reference is a vital reference for biochemists, biologists, biochemical engineers, physiologists, environmental and pharmaceutical researchers, and others interested in the study and use of peroxidases and catalases.
An only child living in Aldershot, Brian Stuart has always been in touch with the arts. When his father was called up to the army in 1940 his mother decided to take in boarders who performed weekly in the Hippodrome.
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