, structure, training – with the focus on how to make it happen. Directed at practising managers whose task this is. Making …

processes over the years and that the information currently provided is largely irrelevant to the needs of managers. Presents a … study, the results of which suggest that this may not, in fact, be the case and that managers generally do find information …

The function which managers most despise is the art of forecasting. By its very nature it concerns guessing the outcome … inherently within it events beyond the control of managers. Reviews forecasting and provides several recommendations on how one …

Monte Carlo simulation is one of a number of analytical techniques available to enable managers to assess the risks … pointed to only limited use of the technique by practising managers making decisions about investment projects. Describes and … analyses a simulation model utilizing facilities available to most managers. The model uses a macro to automate the simulation …

Managers spend most of their time asking questions. It is therefore of interest to them to be acquainted with some of … may arise. Aims to help managers to be more conscious of the questioning style they adopt and the impact it may make.  …

which top managers are required to operate. Organizes related concepts under a new paradigmatic umbrella. This portrays … strategy as an iterative complex process with some simple central components. Top managers need to be aware of the context …

managers and students of business. Goes on to provide guidance on using libraries, e.g. the services available, types of …