The case study, whether a simple scenario about choices in decision-making or a multi-dimensional narrative of conflicts and dilemmas, is a rich source of knowledge, ideas, and insights. Using case studies as a method to document and learn the experiences of nations and their institutions reveal the perspectives, rationale, trade-offs and actions of governments and people. This book is a collection of case studies on the development of Singapore institutions.

Here, a total of five case studies encompassing the areas of urban governance, education, social security and industrial relations are presented, each carefully selected to profile a particular sector. These case studies describe the importance of culture, leadership, and systems in building institutions, and how interactions between people - leaders and employees - and the organizations they belong to can influence institutional culture. This publication seeks to deepen global understanding of the Singapore government and its form of governance, as well as to advance theories and concepts of sustainable development on a global stage.

The case study, whether a simple scenario about choices in decision-making or a multi-dimensional narrative of conflicts and dilemmas, is a rich source of knowledge, ideas, and insights. Using case studies as a method to document and learn the experiences of nations and their institutions reveal the perspectives, rationale, trade-offs and actions of governments and people. This book is a collection of case studies on the development of Singapore institutions. Here, a total of five case studies encompassing the areas of urban governance, education, social security and industrial relations are presented, each carefully selected to profile a particular sector. These case studies describe the importance of culture, leadership, and systems in building institutions, and how interactions between people - leaders and employees - and the organizations they belong to can influence institutional culture. This publication seeks to deepen global understanding of the Singapore government and its form of governance, as well as to advance theories and concepts of sustainable development on a global stage.

This book deconstructs the case study, describes the case writing process and explains how a good case study is composed. It is a reference book that accompanies case writers on their case writing journey. It serves as a guide for writers to develop case studies for teaching, research, and knowledge-capture. There are illustrations and charts to help writers visualise concepts, signpost ideas, break down complex information and apply techniques in a practical manner.

Globalization and rational economic pursuits are putting a strain on organizations to constantly think up new ideas to sustain their mission. Theories of competition and consumerism are not sustainable in the long run because the needs of people grow increasingly complex. This book offers an alternative approach to organization strategies and management where art and design play strategic rather than supportive roles. A new category of organizational strategy that places culture at its core redefines the role of art and design in the organization. A culture-centric organization focuses on creating meaning and well-being to improve the lives of its customers and community. This adds new depth to management theories and practices where the value of an organization shifts from developing competitive advantage to pioneering innovation for humanity. It also forces a rethink of art and design where they are valued by organizations for their ability to transform, invent, integrate and communicate. This new perspective will be interesting and useful to art and design management practitioners, management executives, educators, and researchers.