Streamlining Using New Technologies and the Internet to Transform Performance [Hardcover]

This new book presents a blueprint for corporate growth in the challenging environment of the first decade of the 21st century. It shows that Streamlining is an approach that leads companies to enable, automate and innovate to control costs and improve performance in these new conditions. Pioneers like Cisco, Dell, GE, BP and Siemens have shown that it can deliver. This book will show all companies how to achieve results in the next part of their new technology/e-business journey and will be essential for all managers.Introduction Is the Internet Revolution Over? Some Pioneers and Case Studies If You're Going to do it, Things to Avoid and Things to Aim at How to Get Started Streamlining Customers Streamlining Suppliers Streamlining the Supply Chain Capturing Intelligence The Learning Organisation Making it Happen!

'Streamlining is a must read for any executive looking to reshape their company.' - David Grigson, Chief Financial Officer, Reuters

'This well-written book is a warning to all of us not to ignore the long-term implications of e-enablement.' - Patrick O'Sullivan, Chief Executive, Zurich Financial Services

'Vast benefits will accrue most to those businesses that respond best to the challenge of Streamlining.' - David Grainger, Chairman, Grainger Inc

'Those businesses that wish to turn the stagnation of today into the growth of tomorrow must read Michael de Kare-Silver's outstanding new book.' - The Rt. Hon. Lord Walker, Deputy Chairman, Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein

'This book will take you on a voyage of discovery that will re-energize your business.' - Kevin Lomax, Chairman, Misys Plc

'Companies that engage in Streamlining can...experience the thrill of transformation and seize leadership in existing and new markets.' - Professor Fred Phillips, Oregon School of Science and Engineering

'Streamlining articulates very effectively the change proló”