ABSTRACT

First published in 1991, Japanese Management succeeds in filling a major gap by providing a thorough account of the evolution and day-to-day practices of management within the Japanese firm. The 14 chapters not only build the historical framework and modern cultural, economic, and social setting, but also effectively deal with the process of management. The final two chapters address some future challenges facing Japanese firms as they operate in the global business environment. This comprehensive book is a must read for students of business management.

part one|35 pages

The imprint of history

chapter Chapter one|15 pages

Shoguns and merchants

chapter Chapter two|18 pages

Emperors and entrepreneurs

part two|69 pages

The modern setting

chapter Chapter three|23 pages

Culture and values

chapter Chapter four|23 pages

Economic and social forces

chapter Chapter five|21 pages

The structure of industry

part three|142 pages

The process of management

chapter Chapter six|19 pages

Organization and planning

chapter Chapter seven|20 pages

Staffing

chapter Chapter eight|23 pages

Leadership and career development

chapter Chapter nine|22 pages

The compensation system

chapter Chapter ten|19 pages

Motivation and evaluation

chapter Chapter eleven|18 pages

Communication

chapter Chapter twelve|19 pages

Improving organizational effectiveness

part four|42 pages

Scenarios for the future

chapter Chapter thirteen|19 pages

Current challenges to Japanese management

chapter Chapter fourteen|21 pages

Japan in the ‘Century of the Pacific’