Praise from business leaders for Agile Competitors and VirtualOrganizations “This book is right on target! It clearly andconcisely depicts the dramatic changes that are taking place in themarketplace. I recommend this book to every company that wants toremain competitive in an agile world.” –Jerry JunkinsChairman, President and CEO, Texas Instruments “For managersplunging into the wilds of manufacturing to seek the source offuture competitiveness, this is an indispensable handbook.Don’t expect to find ordinance surveys that will take youstraight to the Fountain of Agility, though. It’s too soon forthat kind of detail–but too late to wait around for it.What’s here is a treasure map. All the main landmarks arepointed out, leaving plenty of elbow room for exercising yourimagination and creativity.” –Otis Port “This book providesinsightful perspectives on the important elements of this emergingproduction paradigm. It’s must read.” –Donald L. RunkleVice President and General Manager, Saginaw Division, GeneralMotors “It is a critically important book for everyone who isconcerned with how we succeed in the face of changes, challengesand opportunities presented by the global economy.” –Lynn R.Williams Past President, Steel Workers Union “This magnificent workwill inspire a new generation of business leaders to anticipatecustomer requirements, create new markets and balance the people,process, and technology resources of the enterprise to delightcustomers and enrich not only customers but also members of theagile virtual enterprise.” –Aris Melissaratos Vice President,Science Technology and Quality, Westinghouse Electric Corporation”This book is an outstanding and important look at the mostimportant requirements for directing a company toward the goal ofmaximizing opportunities with today’s customers. Each elementis covered in a direct and well-organized manner and can be used tohelp identify positive change. It will help you rethink thestrategic direction of your company.” –Marc I. BalmuthPresident, Caldor, Inc. “Agile Competitors is a very valuable toolfor anyone involved in today’s competitive race. It isessential reading for anyone involved i#
Book Details:
- Author: Steven L. Goldman
- ISBN: 9780470309193
- Year Published: 1994
- Pages: 414
- BISAC: BUS018000, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS/Customer Relations
About the Book and Topic:
Praise from business leaders for Agile Competitors and VirtualOrganizations “This book is right on target! It clearly andconcisely depicts the dramatic changes that are taking place in themarketplace. I recommend this book to every company that wants toremain competitive in an agile world.” –Jerry JunkinsChairman, President and CEO, Texas Instruments “For managersplunging into the wilds of manufacturing to seek the source offuture competitiveness, this is an indispensable handbook.Don’t expect to find ordinance surveys that will take youstraight to the Fountain of Agility, though. It’s too soon forthat kind of detail–but too late to wait around for it.What’s here is a treasure map. All the main landmarks arepointed out, leaving plenty of elbow room for exercising yourimagination and creativity.” –Otis Port “This book providesinsightful perspectives on the important elements of this emergingproduction paradigm. It’s must read.” –Donald L. RunkleVice President and General Manager, Saginaw Division, GeneralMotors “It is a critically important book for everyone who isconcerned with how we succeed in the face of changes, challengesand opportunities presented by the global economy.” –Lynn R.Williams Past President, Steel Workers Union “This magnificent workwill inspire a new generation of business leaders to anticipatecustomer requirements, create new markets and balance the people,process, and technology resources of the enterprise to delightcustomers and enrich not only customers but also members of theagile virtual enterprise.” –Aris Melissaratos Vice President,Science Technology and Quality, Westinghouse Electric Corporation”This book is an outstanding and important look at the mostimportant requirements for directing a company toward the goal ofmaximizing opportunities with today’s customers. Each elementis covered in a direct and well-organized manner and can be used tohelp identify positive change. It will help you rethink thestrategic direction of your company.” –Marc I. BalmuthPresident, Caldor, Inc. “Agile Competitors is a very valuable toolfor anyone involved in today’s competitive race. It isessential reading for anyone involved i#
About the Author
Steven Louis Goldman is the Andrew W. Mellon Distinguished Professor in the Humanities at Lehigh University. Roger N. Nagel is the author of Agile Competitors and Virtual Organizations: Strategies for Enriching the Customer, published by Wiley.