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Changes in information technology have created a new and highly
volatile environment for modern companies. One of the areas most
affected is in crisis management. Companies are more open to
hostile or anti-corporate activity, while needing to be responsive
in the way they react to the variety of threats which new
technology brings. These trends make companies vulnerable in many
different ways, and ensure that in future, crises pack more punch,
do more damage and do it faster.
The role technology has to play is twofold. It will sometimes be
the cause, or used as a weapon to provoke crisis. It is also at the
heart of planning for and managing crisis, either to manage or
shape information or to expedite management attempts to solve
problems and respond quickly, while rebuilding corporate and
product reputation.
This book is based on a combination of one author's academic
research into the global impact of new technology and the other
author's experiences consulting with disaster struck corporations.
It will take a broad, accessible approach aimed at analyzing:
* New threats delivered globally and instantly
* Online audiences and influencers who drive crises and
issues
* How to build a more resilient crisis-management structure
* Developing communication strategies to protect corporate
reputations to survive
* Preparing to cope with outsourcing relations to protect or deal
with crisis
Readers interested in crisis management, the management of
technology and corporate communications will all find something
here to challenge their perspectives and change their practice.
At a time of profound crises around the world, when social justice,
peace, democracy and the environment seem under increasing threat,
the promise of "a world for all" seems a viable aspiration for
education. Ample evidence from many schools today, and dating back
throughout the last century, prove that the purpose of educating
young people to develop character, compassion, purpose and
commitment is integral with the mastery of intellectual skills and
life competencies. Schooling, without a doubt, can play a
monumental part in the development of the personal values people
take with them to the world. Unfortunately, as the saying goes, "if
you don't know where you're going, you'll probably get someplace
else." Educational policy directions over the last twenty years
have veered far away from the important work of educating for
humanity. This book makes a powerful appeal to revisit educational
purpose in light of what is most fundamental and important to human
beings everywhere. The authors address timely issues such as high
stakes testing, school choice, and privatization of education in
looking beyond these measures to new approaches to educational
excellence.
At a time of profound crises around the world, when social justice,
peace, democracy and the environment seem under increasing threat,
the promise of "a world for all" seems a viable aspiration for
education. Ample evidence from many schools today, and dating back
throughout the last century, prove that the purpose of educating
young people to develop character, compassion, purpose and
commitment is integral with the mastery of intellectual skills and
life competencies. Schooling, without a doubt, can play a
monumental part in the development of the personal values people
take with them to the world. Unfortunately, as the saying goes, "if
you don't know where you're going, you'll probably get someplace
else." Educational policy directions over the last twenty years
have veered far away from the important work of educating for
humanity. This book makes a powerful appeal to revisit educational
purpose in light of what is most fundamental and important to human
beings everywhere. The authors address timely issues such as high
stakes testing, school choice, and privatization of education in
looking beyond these measures to new approaches to educational
excellence.
Accelerating global change is generating a volatile, shifting
and potent array of risks and threats for business and corporate
management. If business is to survive and recover, the authors
argue that a major shift is needed that embraces corporate culture,
operational planning and the key role of communication in the
information revolution. This innovative text meets this challenge
head on. It includes informed insights into the implications for
strategic planning, management and communications handling for
companies facing serious issues and crisis situations in tomorrowa
(TM)s corporate world.
With a wide-ranging review of the information and communications
revolution, and a forecast of future parameters for planning and
execution of crisis management, this book will be invaluable
reading for all those involved in the strategic management of
technology and corporate communications.
This unique self-study course is for elementary-level adults who
need English for the hospitality industry, such as workers in
hotels and restaurants. Ideal for front-line staff who need to
communicate confidently in English to maintain good customer
relations. 24 compact units cover a wide range of practical
scenarios, such as meeting and greeting guests, taking orders at
breakfast and at the bar, handling guest complaints and dealing
with guest requests. 4-page unit includes an easy-to-follow photo
story that deals with the topic of the unit and introduces key
functional language. The pocket-sized course book also contains
vocabulary lists for quick reference, practical examples of typical
emails, an answer key and a pronunciation guide to further aid the
self-study learner. The online audio provides valuable listening
practice to accompany each unit.
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