First published in 1989, Shaping the Corporate Future describes how executives in some of Europe’s leading companies see the future for their organizations. It also sets out some of the steps they are taking in an attempt to ensure a successful future. The companies that feature in this book range from large well-known internationals like ICI, Electrolux and Shell UK to medium size firms such as Jaguar, BMW and JCB.
The book discusses important themes like coping with unpredictability; 1992 and the global market; stimulating freedom and responsibility; towards a new idea of management; creating the international manager; and rethinking the market. This is an important reference work for students of business management, executive training programs and for corporate professionals.