Introduction to platform businesses -- The meteoric rise of platform businesses -- What is a platform business? -- Economic characteristics of platforms -- Platforms as business models -- Platform-powered ecosystems -- Lifestages of platforms : design -- Platform ignition: proving the concept --...

Platform Strategy translates the complex management and economic models behind commercial platforms such as Uber, airbnb, Etsy and eBay into a practical guide for business. Platform-powered businesses have grown exponentially in the last ten years and replaced many traditional firms. Developing...

This book addresses major issues facing postal and delivery services throughout the world. Worldwide, there is currently a considerable amount of interest in postal and delivery economics. The industry is reacting to a state of near crisis and is implementing different drastic changes. The...