-
Author Eileen Bailey , Dr. Jayme Albin
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a therapy approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions and negative behaviors through goal setting and various coping techniques such as meditation, visualization, relaxation techniques, mindfulness, and more. Although ....
Release Date 2014/10 -
Author Alan Williams , Dr. Alison Whybrow
“The 31 Practices is a rare combination of complex conceptual thinking, practical operational examples, robust academic research and an easy read for time-strapped executives.” – review in HR Grapevine by Jacqueline Moyse, Head of Organization Development, Mandarin ....
Release Date 2014/09 -
Activiti 5.x Business Process Management Beginner's Guide
Author Irshad Mansuri , Dr. Zakir Laliwala
For Business Analysts, this is the perfect primer to using Activiti for workflow and Business Process Management. It assumes no prior knowledge and is written in a beautifully accessible style with tons of easy-to-follow screenshots.In DetailActiviti is a light-weig....
Release Date 2014/03 -
Crowdfunding: A Guide to Raising Capital on the Internet
Author Steven Dresner
A groundbreaking book on the growing trend of crowdfundingCrowdfunding has gained considerable traction over the last few years. By combining the Internet/social media with equity-based financing, it is poised to usher in a new asset class that will change how early....
Release Date 2014/03 -
Subsystem and Transaction Monitoring and Tuning with DB2 11 for z/OS
Author Yasuhiro Ohmori , Cathy Drummond , Adrian Burke , Felipe Bortoletto , Paolo Bruni
This IBM® Redbooks® publication discusses in detail the facilities of DB2® for z/OS®, which allow complete monitoring of a DB2 environment. It focuses on the use of the DB2 instrumentation facility component (IFC) to provide monitoring of DB2 data and events and inc....
Release Date 2014/02 -
Vehicle Routing at Otto’s Discount Brigade
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to optimize the logistics operation for a regional chain of discount stores, gaining the insight they need to consolidate routes and eliminate overspending. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Joe’s Coin Shop: Entry into Online Auctions
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help a retail coin shop owner build an Internet sale and auction site that complements his existing business while reaching customers who prefer to purchase online. Crystallizing realistic analytical chall....
Release Date 2014/01 -
HealthCare’s Corporate Social Responsibility Program
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help a company's sustainability coordinator choose her first high-profile project, based on both qualitative and quantitative inputs, including alignment with the company's mission. Readers will consider....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Aluminum Versus Plastic: A Life-Cycle Perspective on the Use of These Materials in Laptop Computers
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help Durable Aluminum build a strategic plan for convincing more laptop computer manufacturers to specific aluminum cases instead of plastic. Readers will be asked to help position aluminum as the preferre....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Stranded in the Nyiri Desert: A Group Case Study
Author Matthew J. Drake
This unique case study challenges readers to use business analytics techniques to survive a bus accident in a remote area of Amboseli National Park in Kenya's Nyiri Desert, without access to communication. Crystallizing several realistic analytical challenges, it e....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new case study challenges readers to help a leading online book swap site retool its business model to overcome increased postal costs and the growing popularity of e-books. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by companies in many industries and....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Narragansett Brewing Company: Build a Brewery
Author Matthew J. Drake
Using formal facility location methods, this new business analytics case study challenges readers to compare three potential locations for Narragansett Brewery's new keg-only brewing facility in Rhode Island, and identify the best alternative. Crystallizing realist....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Publish or Perish: Scheduling Challenges in the Publishing Industry
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to manage the complex book publishing process from manuscript through printing and shipping, keeping projects on time to meet the industry's crucial spring and fall seasons. Crystallizing realistic analytica....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Network Design at Commonwealth Pipeline Company
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to create an optimal network design for a statewide pipeline company: a design that minimizes the amount of high-cost piping required, yet still connects all of the firm's terminals. Crystallizing realistic ....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Author Matthew J. Drake
Using Lean Six Sigma techniques, this new case study challenges readers to analyze why a local pizza restaurant is experiencing a rapid increase in customer complaints, ranging from late delivery to poor crusts. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Safety Stock Planning for a Hong Kong Fashion Retailer
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to optimize safety stock levels for a fashion company, where consumer demand is exceptionally hard to forecast, and inventory planning is extremely difficult. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges fac....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Forecasting Offertory Revenue at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to forecast donations, plan budgets, and manage cash flow for a religious institution suffering rapidly falling contributions. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by non-profit and for-profit ....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Maintaining Financial Success and Expanding into Other Markets at FeedMyPet.com
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to help a successful e-commerce startup use IPO funding to extend its niche leadership into new ventures, dissuade online competitors, and move long-time “bricks and mortar” shoppers online. Crystallizing rea....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Inventory Management at Squirrel Hill Cosmetics
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to optimize the management of global inventory and related distribution costs in a consumer goods company that imports most of its products from China. Crystallizing realistic analytical challenges faced by c....
Release Date 2014/01 -
Forecasting Sales at Ska Brewing Company
Author Matthew J. Drake
This new business analytics case study challenges readers to project trends and plan capacity for a fast-growing craft beer operation, so it can make the best possible decisions about expensive investments in brewing capacity. Crystallizing realistic analytical chal....
Release Date 2014/01 -
A Profile of the Farm Machinery Industry
Author Dawn M. Drake
The farm machinery industry, though dominated by three large companies, is a complex sector of the global manufacturing economy that encompasses many smaller manufacturers as well. While contributing a small percentage to gross world product, it is vitally impo....
Release Date 2013/12 -
Author David Nolte , Dr. Claudio Scolastici
Immerse yourself in the fundamentals of mobile game design. This book is written by two highly experienced industry professionals to give real insights and valuable advice on creating games for this lucrative market.Packed with the best practices in game development....
Release Date 2013/11 -
Introduction to R for Quantitative Finance
Author Zsolt Tulassay , Dr. Kata Váradi , Péter Csóka , Michael Puhle , Márton Michaletzky
R is a statistical computing language that’s ideal for answering quantitative finance questions. This book gives you both theory and practice, all in clear language with stacks of real-world examples. Ideal for R beginners or expert alike.Use time series analysis to....
Release Date 2013/11 -
Entity Framework 6 Recipes, Second Edition
Author Larry Tenny , Zeeshan Hirani , Rob Vettor , Nitin Gupta , Brian Driscoll
Entity Framework 6 Recipes provides an exhaustive collection of ready-to-use code solutions for Entity Framework, Microsoft's model-centric, data-access platform for the .NET Framework and ASP.NET development. With this book, you will learn the core concepts of Ent....
Release Date 2013/10 -
Author Dr. Josie Seydel , Dr. Michael Sinclair
Be more, achieve more and stress less – how mindfulness can change the way you live Mindfulness for Busy People will show you how to apply the transformative power of mindfulness to your busy life, helping you to de-stress, find your own unique space of calm, and re....
Release Date 2013/10 -
Author Matthew Drake
The first collection of cases on “big data” analytics for supply chain, operations research, and operations management, this reference puts readers in the position of the analytics professional and decision-maker. Perfect for students, practitioners, and certificati....
Release Date 2013/10 -
Author Rod Drury , Heather Smith
Need to get the most out of the world's simplest accounting software? Easy.Xero has revolutionised the world of accounting software. Completely cloud-based, it lets small business owners monitor their finances in real time and promises to reduce the need for endles....
Release Date 2013/09 -
“I Have a Dream”: A 50th Year Testament to the March that Changed America
Author Dr. Bernard LaFayette , Dr. Rodney Sampson , Bob Adelman , Dr. Charles Steele , Dami
On August 28, 1963, something quite amazing occurred. On that day, one of the largest political rallies ever took place in support of civil and economic rights of African-Americans, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., standing in front of the Lincoln Memorial, gave one....
Release Date 2013/08 -
SharePoint 2013 Branding and User Interface Design
Author Randy Drisgill , John Ross , Paul Stubbs
Plan, design, and launch a brand in SharePointIf you are planning, designing, and launching your brand using SharePoint, this book and author trio will walk you through everything you need to know in an understandable and approachable way. From specific technologies....
Release Date 2013/07