Utilizing Technology for Sustainable Resource Management Solutions

Singh

The intersection of technology and sustainability is with a particular focus on the concept of the circular economy. Efficient resource use and waste reduction are paramount concerns in today's world. Utilizing Technology for Sustainable Resource Management Solutions provides a comprehensive overview of how technology can be harnessed to achieve sustainable resource management within the framework of a circular economy. The book delves into various aspects of the circular economy. It explores the principles that underpin it, presents real-world case studies that exemplify its successful implementation, and discusses the role of cutting-edge technology, which is instrumental in driving transformative change. The book advances current research and examines the intricate link between technology and sustainability, centered around the circular economy. It propels readers into the heart of environmental sustainability, presenting a compelling argument for adopting circular economy principles to mitigate resource depletion and environmental degradation. Through insightful case studies and theoretical foundations, readers are empowered to drive environmentally responsible practices in their personal and professional spheres. This book helps business leaders to integrate circular economy principles, reduce waste, and drive innovation, fostering long-term viability and competitiveness. Policymakers find a valuable resource for evidence-based insights into technology's role in sustainable resource management, aiding in developing regulations that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. In academic and educational circles, the book has become an essential tool.

  • Format: Hardback
  • ISBN: 9798369323465
  • Publication Date: May 2024
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Global Cargo Industry

Datta

In global commerce, amidst the testament to human innovation and interconnectedness lies disruptions, challenges, and uncertainties that threaten the seamless flow of goods across the world. The global cargo industry, with its complexities, has become a place where the resilience of Asia-Pacific shipping industries emerges as a beacon of adaptability and fortitude. As disruptions become the new norm, the challenges faced by these industries intensify. It is against this dynamic backdrop that Global Cargo Industry: Resilience of Asia-Pacific Shipping Industries takes center stage, delving into the heart of this paradox to uncover the strategies, innovations, and policies that have not only allowed the industry to weather storms but also enabled it to thrive. The primary objective of Global Cargo Industry: Resilience of Asia-Pacific Shipping Industries is to provide an in-depth analysis of the strategies, policies, and innovations that have empowered Asia-Pacific shipping industries to thrive. Serving as a bridge between theoretical insights and practical applications, the book offers a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities that have shaped the resilience of the region's shipping sector. Through a collection of insightful chapters, readers gain an understanding of the nature of the global cargo industry and the strategies that have contributed to the industry's adaptability.

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  • ISBN: 9798369316023
  • Publication Date: Apr 2024
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Operations Research

Mansi Bhatnagar

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  • ISBN: 9781774697382
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Business Continuity Management and Resilience

Rouco

In an era characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), organizations are faced with an ever-changing array of crises that pose a threat to both their reputation and operational continuity. From unforeseen disruptions to intense market competition, the need for robust business continuity management and resilience has never been more pressing. Strategic success hinges on an organization's ability to weather the storm and swiftly recover from disasters. Those who fail to know the existing organizational models of continuity and appropriately plan for their business to encounter VUCA may not survive it. Business Continuity Management and Resilience: Theories, Models, and Processes provides an exhaustive overview of business continuity management but also offers innovative methodologies to enhance organizational and personal resilience. By delving into theories, models, and processes, it equips readers with the knowledge needed to navigate crises successfully. Covering crisis communication plans, the role of artificial intelligence, risk management, information technologies in crisis management, leadership skills in a crisis context, emergency response, competency models, virtual and augmented reality centers in training, and stress management, this reference book will help to prepare organizations for VUCA in the future. By fostering awareness, providing best practices, and drawing on lessons learned, this book presents a solution through a strategic imperative for those seeking to fortify organizations against the challenges of today's dynamic business environment.

  • Format: Hardback
  • ISBN: 9798369316580
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Utilization of AI Technology in Supply Chain Management

Binay Kumar Pandey

The surge in digital transformation and the integration of innovative technologies into manufacturing processes have given rise to a pressing issue in supply chain management. Businesses are in dire need of solutions to navigate this complexity and harness the true potential of intelligent supply chains. Utilization of AI Technology in Supply Chain Management is a comprehensive guide tailored for academic scholars seeking to unravel the mysteries of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in the context of supply chain management. Amid the hype surrounding AI and ML, there exists a critical need to bridge the gap between human expertise and technological advancements. Utilization of AI Technology in Supply Chain Management addresses this necessity by delving into real-world instances where teams have successfully employed these innovative technologies to enhance supply chain performance, reduce inventory, and optimize routes. The adoption of AI and ML is not just a trend; it is the cornerstone of digital acceleration initiatives, making it imperative for scholars to understand and leverage these technologies effectively.

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  • ISBN: 9798369335932
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Applications of New Technology in Operations and Supply Chain Management

Atour Taghipour

The International Data Corporation (IDC) has unveiled a series of transformative predictions to reshape operations and supply chain management, leading companies to re-assess their processes. Applications of New Technology in Operations and Supply Chain Management offers an in-depth exploration of how emerging technologies are positioned to revolutionize the way businesses execute and coordinate their operations. The book delves into the adoption of digital technologies, the shift to cloud technology, and the emergence of real-time operational insights that can be accessed from anywhere. For instance, 2026 ushers in integrating digital tools for measuring carbon footprints and the increased use of robots in unconventional domains, such as remote inspection and maintenance. By 2027, augmented reality technology will take center stage, reducing operator and field worker errors. Furthermore, remote operations embrace satellite-based artificial intelligence or machine learning technologies, revolutionizing data collection and analysis at the edge.

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  • ISBN: 9798369315781
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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A Critical Examination of the Recent Evolution of B2B Sales

Joel G. Cohn

The seismic shifts in B2B selling brought about by the recent global pandemic have left scholars grappling with the fundamental question of permanence. As the traditional face-to-face dynamics of B2B sales stand challenged, academic minds seek answers: Are these changes enduring, or will we revert to the familiar norms of in-person interactions? A Critical Examination of the Recent Evolution of B2B Sales is a groundbreaking exploration designed for academic scholars seeking clarity in these uncertain times. In the pursuit for understanding, scholars encounter a myriad of questions. What truly transpired in sales activities during the pandemic? Does the surge in virtual selling signify a lasting transformation, or is it merely a temporary adaptation? Critical thinking becomes paramount, necessitating a deep dive into published ideas to discern the strength of conclusions drawn. The academic community grapples with the challenge of scrutinizing the landscape to determine if the changes are indeed permanent and if so, how B2B sales forces can effectively adapt.

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  • ISBN: 9798369303481
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Operating Experience from Events Reported to the IAEA Incident Reporting System for Research Reactors

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  • ISBN: 9789201562234
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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The Sustainability of Operations

Joris van de Klundert

In pursuit of sustainable operations, this book analyses the past, present, and future of operations. Written for practitioners, scientists, and students of operations management and operations research, offers extensive insight into the relationship between operations and sustainability that has not yet appeared in the OR literature

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  • ISBN: 9781638282846
  • Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Digital Business and Optimizing Operating Strategies

Gökhan Akel

In the rapidly evolving digital era, businesses undergo profound transformations requiring strategic adaptation and optimization. Digital Business and Optimizing Operating Strategies delves into the intricate interplay between digital technology and business strategies, exploring various facets such as management, marketing, finance, human resources, and more within the digital market structure. This comprehensive book critically examines enterprises' skills, productivity, and adaptability in response to technological advancements and customer expectations. Covering a wide range of sub-topics, this book addresses the management of social media applications, the technological capabilities of human resources, digital sustainability, and the integration of artificial intelligence technology. By highlighting opportunities and challenges, the book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners across diverse disciplines, offering novel perspectives and cutting-edge practices in the digital business landscape. This book is designed to resonate with a diverse audience, and will appeal to researchers, marketing managers, metaverse enthusiasts, website designers and developers, e-commerce practitioners, social media users, consumer behavior and marketing researchers, and brand experts. It is an essential resource for both undergraduate and graduate students while also serving as a valuable reference for professionals in the field.

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  • ISBN: 9798369304280
  • Publication Date: Jan 2024
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Intervention-based Research in Operations Management

Aravind Chandrasekaran

This monograph provides doctoral students and operations management scholars with an overview of the intervention-based research method. It synthesizes the threefold benefits of IBR of solving a problem from the field, generating theoretical insights, and educating aspiring managers on the problem and its solution.

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  • ISBN: 9781638282242
  • Publication Date: Sep 2023
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Radiation Protection and Radioactive Waste Management in the Design and Operation of Research Reactors

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  • ISBN: 9789201027238
  • Publication Date: Aug 2023
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The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors

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  • ISBN: 9789201024237
  • Publication Date: Jul 2023
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Application of Probabilistic Methods for the Safety Assessment and the Reliable Operation of Research Reactors

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  • ISBN: 9789201114211
  • Publication Date: Jun 2023
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Handbook on Civil Registration and Vital Statistics Systems

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  • ISBN: 9789211616460
  • Publication Date: May 2023
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Readings in Operations Management

David R. Parks

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  • ISBN: 9781793530226
  • Publication Date: May 2023
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Operational Limits and Conditions and Operating Procedures for Research Reactors

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  • ISBN: 9789201002235
  • Publication Date: May 2023
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Operations Research

R. Panneerselvam

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  • ISBN: 9789354437892
  • Publication Date: Apr 2023
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Emerging Trends in Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Logistics

Muhammad Waqas

Across the world, companies are trying to create a sustainable platform through a supply chain to minimize the environmental impact of their product lines and services on the world's ecosystem. Enhancing eco-awareness at every operational level of business operations can positively improve a specific organization's reputation and legitimize business operation. Furthermore, sustainable supply chain operations also positively contribute to financial performance by enhancing productivity and cost-saving. Emerging Trends in Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Logistics provides relevant practical and theoretical frameworks and the latest empirical research results in sustainable supply chain management and considers the strategic role of green logistics and supply chain management, proper treatment of end-of-life products recycling, emerging trends, and improvements in supply chain management and logistics operations. Covering key topics such as green purchasing, circular economy, and sustainable development, this reference work is ideal for industry professionals, business owners, managers, policymakers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.

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  • ISBN: 9781668466636
  • Publication Date: Feb 2023
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Lean Thinking in Industry 4.0 and Services for Society

Katarzyna Antosz

Evidence of lean thinking implementation is found in various areas such as services, healthcare, and different industries like the automotive industry, aerospace industry, textile industry, food industry, and oil and gas industry. Such evidence points to the universality of lean thinking and how its use in different contexts increases its importance as an approach to continuous improvement. Lean Thinking in Industry 4.0 and Services for Society presents an insight into lean thinking as a philosophy that can identify problems and wastes in various areas, analyze them, and identify activities that could improve processes. Covering key topics such as industrial systems, lean safety, and lean sustainability, this reference work is ideal for industry professionals, business owners, managers, policymakers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.

  • Format: Hardback
  • ISBN: 9781668456064
  • Publication Date: Jan 2023
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