Mohammed Majeed - Böcker

The aim of Industry 5.0 is to harness the innovative strength of mankind in synchrony with robots and machines to accomplish sustainable, economical, and need-focused solutions relative to Industry 4.0. This new book, Emerging Digitalization Trends in Business and Management: A Roadmap to Industry 5.0, addresses the contemporary developments in Industry 5.0 and its role in business and management, discussing emerging digitalization and its significance and challenges in business, entrepreneurship, and management. It presents a diverse range of views and concepts on advancements in digitalization trends, Industry 5.0, and their applications along with their advantages and disadvantages.The book highlights the importance and challenges of digitalization and trends in adopting digital technology in various business functions and sectors, including supply chains, human resources, and sectors such as education and agriculture. It discusses contemporary issues and innovations such as human machine interaction in healthcare, gamification in talent management, adoption of digital technology in entrepreneurial opportunity, the role of technology platforms in behavioral issues in young adults, and marketing 5.0 and customer experience. The book also provides compelling case studies utilizing robust research designs and frameworks. A key strength of the book is that it provides a much-needed compilation of concepts, ideas, cases, examples, and research findings from various perspectives related to digital advancements and Industry 5.0 and helps shape the scientific contours of Industry 5.0.This book will be a valuable resource for information system managers, business managers, administrators, academics, researchers, and students who need to comprehend the various applications of Industry 5.0 in both theoretical and practical perspectives to fully utilize this rapidly expanding phenomenon known as Industry 5.0.

Green supply chain management (GSCM) is the practice of integrating ecological sustainability processes that utilize the concept of the 4Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle, and reclaim) into the production, logistics, and end-of-life management of conventional supply networks. The book shows readers how to build a green supply chain by combining the efforts of operations management, purchasing, logistics, and marketing, and emphasizes looking outside the business to create long-term partnerships. The book covers key topics that include the benefits of GSCM and the factors and determinants of effective GSCM practices, along with discussions of green distribution, green procurement and purchasing, green logistics, green marketing, green warehousing, green transportation, and more. The authors present effective green supply chain management practices being used today and explore the role of industry 4.0 software tools in creating sustainable supply chain management in emerging markets.

Technology is an indispensable part of the business world with firms using digital platforms to gain/create, maintain and deliver customer experience, especially post-pandemic. Digitization involves the comprehensive integration of digital technology into all facets of a company’s operations, yielding heightened value for customers. This book, Digital Transformation in the Customer Experience, looks at how digital transformation can help both service and manufacturing firms to deliver better customer experience.This book will enhance readers’ understanding of the disruptive technologies that have brought businesses to their current digital state, including social media, artificial intelligence (AI), big data, machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Numerous examples and exhibits are employed to illustrate the book’s comprehensive digital framework. It presents case studies of digital implementation across diverse industries and provides implementation templates for businesses. Designed to support careers in consulting and the execution of digital strategies within companies, the book covers all essential aspects. To offer insights into practical digital transformation in real-world scenarios, the book incorporates case studies and examples spanning various industries. Its organized structure makes it accessible to students, instructors, and junior and mid-level executives. Furthermore, the book seeks to disseminate novel technical concepts and features that can be integrated into daily life for the betterment of society.The book addresses important questions such as the relevance of e-service quality in customer satisfaction and loyalty, impact and effect of adware, malware and spyware on the digital environment, the Internet of Everything in marketing, digital entertainment, digital transformation in healthcare and more. The book also covers the impact of digitalization on education, finance and banking as well as the hospitality industry. Sensitive topics like the influence of Facebook on consumer engagement and the impact of social media marketing communications on teenagers’ attitudes, etc. are also addressed in the book.

This book provides a thorough introduction to the core principles of SCM and provides a thoughtprovoking analysis of supply chain innovation and technology. With chapters on the crucial elements of supply chain management and procurement, the book addresses logistics planning, logistics sourcing and outsourcing, inventory management, logistics functions, transportation functions, warehousing, the return of goods, on-demand planning, and customer service. It covers decision-making strategies on procurement using break-even analysis, the role of industry 4.0 software tools for sustainable supply chain management, how supply chain management affects the financial performance of businesses, the impact of transport system on firms, and more. It discusses SCM in different sectors, including manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare. A special chapter also focuses on green supply chain management practices and the impact on businesses.

This new book details the impact of IT and digital transformation tools on supply chain management and how these smart tools can be the keys to the success of organizations. The technologies covered include big data, robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and the Internet of Things.The book first provides an introduction to IT and supply chain management and explains how digital tools can positively affect procurement in different types of industries and markets, covering their importance, methods, and requirements for efficient and effective implementation in workplaces and businesses. The book covers topics such as the application of artificial intelligence in SCM in the hospitality and hotel sector as well as in the oil and gas industry.The volume presents a global perspective on procurement and supply chain management using detailed real-world examples to bring the subject matter to life. It will be a valuable resource for industry executives and researchers as well as for faculty and students studying this area.

Covering myriad issues and current trends in supply chain management and logistics, the volume discusses integrating advanced technology in SCM, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things, cyber security techniques, etc.; the impact of social media and consumer behavior on supply chain management, applying green supply chain management policies and methods, new smart transportation methods, and more. The chapters provide examples from industries, such as the hotel and hospitality industry, the public health sector, from small and rural businesses and moreChapters also look at how the recent COVID-19 pandemic affected supply chain management globally, along with lessons learned for effective management for future such events.With chapters written by experts in a wide range of fields to reflect the complexity of global supply chain development and the instructional and managerial requirements of businesses of all stripes, this volume will be a valuable addition to the libraries of SCM professionals.

To achieve long-term success, teams and organizations need leaders and managers that can think strategically and solve problems creatively. This new book covers the important aspects of strategic leadership and management at the institutional level in key areas of government, health, education, hospitality, finance, and general industry sectors. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the components, styles, and characteristics of leadership that are crucial for achieving success in today’s leadership situations.

In today’s fast-paced and technologically driven society, businesses face unprecedented challenges andopportunities. This new volume explores how the application of artificial intelligence in the fields ofmanagement, finance, HR, hospitality, and marketing can enhance effectiveness, enabling businessprofessionals and marketers to develop deeper connections with clients, extract valuable insights fromlarge databases, and execute highly customized and personalized marketing and personnel managementstrategies.