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A quickly understandable notation system for causal loops for strategic decision makers

Article Abstract:

Strategic decision makers who use computer simulation programs often fail to understand the integral nature of significant variables since only the input and output are demonstrated by the computer. This can be avoided by using an easily understandable notation system for causal loops at the start of the strategy formulating process. This notation system involves direction of influence, amplitude and time delay. In addition, an optional computer graphic display of causal loop diagrams is provided for selected variables.

Methods, Usage, Strategic planning (Business), Computer simulation

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New management dimensions in international business

Article Abstract:

Firms should be ready to respond to changes in management schemes in international business. Firms that operate in foreign countries should realize that employees are beginning to clamor for management adoption to local cultures, the chance to travel in foreign countries and the opportunity for cross-national career advancement. Firms unwilling to adopt to these and other new international business dimensions will certainly lose their strength in themarket.

Management, International business enterprises, Multinational corporations

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Dysfunctional, misfunctional, and toxifunctional aspects of cultures, organizations, and individuals

Article Abstract:

An analysis of a possible interrelationship between anthropological, business and psychological terms and concepts is presented. Anthropologists view culture in terms of patterns which are part of related functions. Management scientists observe for organizational inefficiencies. Psychologists consider an individual's mental and social behavior. It is shown that a mutual application of these various terms among the three fields is possible.

Business, Terminology, Anthropology, Psychology

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