This books explores issues in the development and implementation of digital television in Europe, showing how it is inextricably linked to developments in other forms of digital television provided by cable and satellite services and to government policies designed to promote development and use of information and communication technologies to support European wide and domestic industrial and s…

This dramatically enhanced second edition of the Handbook reflects our belief that a dynamically changing business environment requires a comprehensive text that provides an in-depth overview of the various disciplines associated with financial risk management. The Handbook has now evolved into the essential reference text for any risk professional, whether they are seeking FRM Certification or…

Now nearing its 60th printing in eng and translated into nineteen languages, Michael E. Porter's Competitive Strategy has transformed the theory, practice, and teaching of business strategy throughout the world. Porter introduces his three generic strategies - lowest cost, differentiation, and focuswhich bring structure to the task of strategic positioning. He shows how competitive advantage ca…

Monetary economics has continued to be a rapidly expanding research area since the first edition of Monetary Theory and Policy was published. In updating and revising the book for a second edition, my objective has been to incorporate the new insights gained from this recent research. Virtually every chapter has been revised, with an eye to improving the exposition and incorporating recent rese…

Entrepreneurship has been a subject of much recent discussion among academics and policymakers because of the belief that it invigorates the economy -- producing greater productivity, more jobs, and higher economic growth. President George W. Bush promoted his economic plan by pointing to its encouragement of entrepreneurship. Yet, despite its importance, the topic of entrepreneurship is underr…

To take advantage of the benefits tax deductions offer, you?ll have to figure out which deductions you are entitled to take?and keep proper records documenting your expenses. The IRS will never complain if you don?t take all the deductions available to you. In fact, the majority of home business owners miss out on many deductions every year simply because they aren?t aware of them?or because th…

Trying to translate the tax code into plain eng for the small business owner was a challenge that all but overwhelmed me. Without the help of many others I could not have done it. Nolo has some of the most caring (and careful) editors on the face of this earth. First and foremost in both categories is Mary Randolph. Other Nolo folks with a hand in the project were Jake Warner, Robin Leonard, Li…

deas about the role of management accounting systems in a firm's strategy have changed in recent years, and this book explores the ways in which this has happened. Management control systems have frequently been seen as irrelevant to strategy, or even damaging. Controlling Strategy draws out the various ways in which management control systems can build and sustain valuable strategic roles. The…

Patient satisfaction is an integral part of healthcare, and oftentimes the key to a successful healthcare organization. Consider the numerous studies that indicate satisfied patients often recover faster and better from treatment. This leads to goodwill for the organization, positive word-of-mouth promotion, and more customers at your hospital. When patients are satisfied it also indicates that…

Powerful Proposals goes beyond ?This is what we do? documents and takes the reader step by step through designing sales-focused, individual proposals that highlight the firm?s tangible benefits to the client. Contains invaluable information on creating effective executive summaries, writing themes, and generating the text, plus how to maximise graphics, callouts, and other visual elements.