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Supported by the Independent Transport Commission (ITC): a
registered charity Why travel? What motivations underpin the
journeys we make? And how can we make decisions that improve our
travel experiences? Arguing that the desire to move is a purpose in
itself, this book brings together leading experts to provide
insights from multiple viewpoints across the sciences, arts and
humanities. Together, they examine key travel motivations,
including the importance of travel for human wellbeing, and how
these can be reconciled with challenges such as reducing our carbon
footprint, adapting new mobility technologies, and improving the
quality of our journeys. The book shows how our travel choices are
shaped by a wide range of social, physical, psychological and
cultural factors, which have profound implications for the design
of future transport policies. Offering thought-provoking and
practical new perspectives, this fascinating book will be essential
for all those who have ever wondered why we travel and how it
relates to our fundamental needs.
Supported by the Independent Transport Commission (ITC): a
registered charity Why travel? What motivations underpin the
journeys we make? And how can we make decisions that improve our
travel experiences? Arguing that the desire to move is a purpose in
itself, this book brings together leading experts to provide
insights from multiple viewpoints across the sciences, arts and
humanities. Together, they examine key travel motivations,
including the importance of travel for human wellbeing, and how
these can be reconciled with challenges such as reducing our carbon
footprint, adapting new mobility technologies, and improving the
quality of our journeys. The book shows how our travel choices are
shaped by a wide range of social, physical, psychological and
cultural factors, which have profound implications for the design
of future transport policies. Offering thought-provoking and
practical new perspectives, this fascinating book will be essential
for all those who have ever wondered why we travel and how it
relates to our fundamental needs.
The second edition of this innovative core textbook spans the
service and manufacturing sectors, equipping readers to grasp and
overcome the core challenges faced in planning, designing and
implementing operations. The prestigious and well-respected author
team takes a 'tasks and challenges' approach that marries theory to
their extensive practical experience of running operations in
high-profile business settings while reflecting their clear vision
and personal philosophy of operations management. Packed with
engaging learning features that truly bring the subject to life,
the text provides a concise and real-world orientated look at the
key parts of an operations manager's job. This textbook is an ideal
course text for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students taking
a module in operations management or manufacturing/services
operations. New to this Edition: - New and greatly expanded
coverage of the most relevant contemporary topics in OM, including
corporate social responsibility and ethics, lean manufacturing,
outsourcing vs. insourcing, and zero hour contracts - Over 30 new
and updated cases from a wide range of international companies
including Apple, Samsung and Uber - Increased focus on strategy
with an expanded emphasis and new dedicated sections on improving
operations that place OM firmly at the centre of organizational
considerations
Motivation truths for today's workplace; the science of what drives
us and the art of harnessing it; find the real reasons why your
people work; be a truly inspirational leader; get the best out of
each and every one of your staff; commit your team to a powerful
cause.
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