Beyond the essentials that apply to all organizations, this book identifies and tackles head-on the serious obstacles unique to the world of government and nonprofits. Building on the success of the first edition, the second edition will include new cases based on Niven’s experience implementing the balanced scorecard at government and nonprofit agencies. It will also include a new questionnaire for readers to assess their agency’s readiness and get them started on their implementation.
Book Details:
- Author: Paul R. Niven
- ISBN: 9780470180020
- Year Published: 2008
- Pages: 384
- BISAC: BUS041000, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS/Management
About the Book and Topic:
Beyond the essentials that apply to all organizations, this book identifies and tackles head-on the serious obstacles unique to the world of government and nonprofits. Building on the success of the first edition, the second edition will include new cases based on Niven’s experience implementing the balanced scorecard at government and nonprofit agencies. It will also include a new questionnaire for readers to assess their agency’s readiness and get them started on their implementation.
Government and nonprofit organizations are facing increased pressure to implement performance management systems and improve efficiency while better fulfilling their mission and the Balanced Scorecard is one of the leading methodologies that has been proven to yield sustainable results. Yet, because they are mission-driven and their focus is largely on budgets, these organizations are often resistant to change. They need a resource that will show them how to overcome the specific obstacles they can expect to face and achieve success.
Guides government and nonprofit agencies through the successful Balanced Scorecard implementation. Contains hands-on, practical guidance and tips to ensure success. Identifies and tackles head-on the serious obstacles unique to government and nonprofit agencies. Second edition includes all new cases based on Niven’s experience implementing the balanced scorecard in the public and nonprofit sectors as well as a new “get-started” questionnaire.
About the Author
Paul R. Niven, is a management consultant and noted speaker on the subjects of Performance Management and the Balanced Scorecard. As both a practitioner and consultant, he has developed successful Performance Management systems for organizations large and small around the globe. His clients include Fortune 500 companies, public-sector agencies from all levels, and nonprofit organizations. He may be reached through his website at www.senalosa.com.