Pearson Ft Press imprint: 180 books
by Matthew Drake
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to optimize the logistics operation for a regional chain of discount stores, gaining the insight they need to consolidate routes and eliminate overspending. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by companies in many industries and...
Using Person-Centered Health Analytics to Live Longer
Leveraging Engagement, Behavior Change, and Technology for a Healthy Life
Language: English
Release Date: March 19, 2015
The American way of producing health is failing. It continues to rank very low among developed countries on our most vital need…to live a long and healthy life. Despite the well-intentioned actions on the part of government, life sciences, and technology, the most important resource for achieving...
Global Business Analytics Models
Concepts and Applications in Predictive, Healthcare, Supply Chain, and Finance Analytics
Language: English
Release Date: March 5, 2016
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO USING ANALYTICS TO MANAGE RISK AND UNCERTAINTY IN COMPLEX GLOBAL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
Practical techniques for developing reliable, actionable intelligence–and using it to craft strategy
Analytical opportunities to solve key managerial problems in global enterprises
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by Matthew J. Drake
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to project trends and plan capacity for a fast-growing craft beer operation, so it can make the best possible decisions about expensive investments in brewing capacity. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by companies in many...
Joe's Coin Shop
Entry into Online Auctions
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help a retail coin shop owner build an Internet sale and auction site that complements his existing business while reaching customers who prefer to purchase online. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by companies in many...
by Matthew J. Drake
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help a successful e-commerce startup use IPO funding to extend its niche leadership into new ventures, dissuade online competitors, and move long-time “bricks and mortar” shoppers online. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges...
Aluminum Versus Plastic
A Life-Cycle Perspective on the Use of These Materials in Laptop Computers
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help Durable Aluminum build a strategic plan for convincing more laptop computer manufacturers to specific aluminum cases instead of plastic. Readers will be asked to help position aluminum as the preferred choice with regard to the environment,...
by Matthew J. Drake
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2014
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to optimize the management of global inventory and related distribution costs in a consumer goods company that imports most of its products from China. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by companies in many industries and...
Advances in Business, Operations, and Product Analytics
Cutting Edge Cases from Finance to Manufacturing to Healthcare
Language: English
Release Date: August 13, 2015
If you're seeking to master business analytics, case studies offer invaluable help: they expose you to the entire decision-making process, helping you practice an active role in both performing analysis and using its output to recommend optimal decisions. Now, drawing on his extensive teaching and...
Talent Valuation
Accelerate Market Capitalization through Your Most Important Asset
Language: English
Release Date: March 13, 2015
Master the first comprehensive, credible framework for measuring HR's value and the quality of its talent acquisition/management efforts! Reflecting their immense experience leading talent management and consulting on enterprise talent strategy, Linda Brenner and Tom McGuire introduce a powerful new...
A Guide to Supply Chain Management
The Evolution of SCM Models, Strategies, and Practices
Language: English
Release Date: July 23, 2014
Managing supply networks for innovation and competitive advantage: Concepts, models, roadmaps, and more Capture, organize, and fully utilize your #1 supply chain resource:knowledge Systematically improve strategic, tactical, and operational decision-making Improve your capabilities for managing...
FundaMENTAL W.E.A.L.T.H. Principles
Developing a Mindset for Financial Success
Language: English
Release Date: November 13, 2013
This book will help readers understand the “why” of money management, allowing them to change negative learned money behaviors. The techniques included will help foster a positive relationship with money and allow readers to adopt a new mindset and perspective regarding the true benefits and rewards...
Modeling Techniques in Predictive Analytics
Business Problems and Solutions with R, Revised and Expanded Edition
Language: English
Release Date: September 29, 2014
To succeed with predictive analytics, you must understand it on three levels:
Strategy and management
Methods and models
Technology and code
This up-to-the-minute reference thoroughly covers all three categories.
Now fully updated, this...
Supply Chain Management Strategy
Using SCM to Create Greater Corporate Efficiency and Profits
Language: English
Release Date: May 26, 2014
Drive more value from your supply chain by choosing and implementing the right models and strategies. Supply Chain Management Strategy offers expert guidance for comparing and choosing models, implementing governance, and strategizing to enable sales growth, margin growth, and superior customer experience.
Lead...