Trousson, Raymond / Vercruysse, Jeroom (dir.), Dictionnaire general de Voltaire. (Champion classiques, references et dictionnaires 18) 1272 p. 2020:10 (Champion, FR) <670-9>
ISBN 978-2-38096-016-7 paper ¥7,064.- (税込) EUR 38.00

統合ケア・ハンドブック　第3版　全3巻
Amelung, Volker / Stein, Viktoria / Suter, E. et al. (eds.), Handbook of Integrated Care. 3rd ed. 3 vols. 1697 pp. 2025:11 (Springer, GW) <758-280>
ISBN 978-3-031-96285-1 hard ¥177,866.- (税込) EUR 699.99

This handbook shares profound insights into the main principles and concepts of integrated care. It offers a multi-disciplinary perspective with a focus on patient orientation, efficiency, and quality by applying widely recognized management approaches to the field of healthcare. The handbook also highlights international best practices and shows how integrated care can work in various health systems. In the majority of health systems around the world, the delivery of healthcare and social care is characterised by fragmentation and complexity. Consequently, much of the recent international discussion in the fields of health policy and health management has focused on the topic of integrated care. "Integrated" acknowledges the complexity of patients' needs and aims to meet them by taking into account both health and social care aspects. Changing and improving processes in a coordinated way is at the heart of this approach. The third edition offers new chapters on people-centredness, complexity theories and evaluation methods, additional management tools and a wealth of experiences from different countries and localities. It is essential reading both for health policymakers seeking inspiration for legislation and for practitioners involved in the management of public health services who want to learn from good practice.

Ajour El Zein, Samer / Morillo, Consolacion (eds.), Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation: The Advocacy for a Tech-Corporate Ecosystem. (Studies on Entrepreneurship, Structural Change and Industrial Dynamics) 281 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-329>
ISBN 978-3-032-05729-7 hard ¥33,029.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This volume presents a comprehensive exploration of how innovation ecosystems, driven by business entrepreneurship and digital transformation, can reshape institutions and industries toward sustainability and resilience. Through diverse case studies and empirical research, it examines strategic knowledge transfer, inclusive talent acquisition, crowdfunding dynamics, and the role of academia in fostering innovation. The book also focuses on sustainable project management, circular economy practices, and eco-innovation in water and waste systems. It highlights the importance of tech-driven ecosystems supported by education, developer communities, and startups. Offering insights into financial systems, policy impacts, and urban innovation, this work equips leaders, scholars, and policymakers with the tools to navigate technological change and build balanced, knowledge-based economies.

Akter, Shahriar / Hossain, M. A / Yildiz, H. et al. (eds.), Advanced Technologies in Business. Volume I: Strategic, Managerial and Marketing Impacts. (Palgrave Intersections of Business and the Sciences, in association with Gnosis Mediterranean Institute for Management Science) 332 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-330>
ISBN 978-3-032-03479-3 hard ¥45,734.- (税込) EUR 179.99

This two-volume work explores how advanced, technologically orientated business research aims to foster organizational and industry evolution, along with sustainable progress of enduring societal implications. As businesses increasingly embrace transformative technologies, their profound and far-reaching societal consequences necessitate a cross-disciplinary scientific approach coupled with an artistic and imaginative lens. Against this backdrop, authors in this book navigate the intricate web of impacts on employment and leadership, business model innovation, advanced data driven decision making, digital transformation, data ecosystems and analytics, AI-led e-commerce and branding, and virtual reality. The topics cover an array of geographic regions and industries, including professional services, education, fashion, sports, and hospitality & tourism. Business technology theory and science are ultimately geared towards practicable application, and are contextualized by sustainability and socioeconomic advancement. This first volume investigates the strategic, managerial and marketing impacts of advanced business technologies, while volume two explores their role in industry and policy, elucidating also the art and fiction of their societal impact.

Akter, Shahriar / Hossain, M. A. / Yildiz, H. et al. (eds.), Advanced Technologies in Business. Volume II: Industry, Policy and Societal Impacts. (Palgrave Intersections of Business and the Sciences, in association with Gnosis Mediterranean Institute for Management Science) 382 pp. 2026:1 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-331>
ISBN 978-3-032-03491-5 hard ¥45,734.- (税込) EUR 179.99

This two-volume work explores how advanced, technologically orientated business research aims to foster organizational and industry evolution, along with sustainable progress of enduring societal implications. As businesses increasingly embrace transformative technologies, their profound and far-reaching societal consequences necessitate a cross-disciplinary scientific approach coupled with an artistic and imaginative lens. Against this backdrop, authors in this book navigate the intricate web of impacts on employment and leadership, business model innovation, advanced data driven decision making, digital transformation, data ecosystems and analytics, AI-led e-commerce and branding, and virtual reality. The topics cover an array of geographic regions and industries, including professional services, education, fashion, sports, and hospitality & tourism. Business technology theory and science are ultimately geared towards practicable application, and are contextualized by sustainability and socioeconomic advancement. This second volume explores the role of advanced business technologies in industry and policy, elucidating also the art and fiction of their societal impact, while the first volume investigates their strategic, managerial and marketing impacts.

Alvelos, Filipe / Martins, Isabel et al. (eds.), Advances in Optimization and Wildfire: Proceedings of the First Optimization and Wildfire Conference, October 1-4 2024, Luso, Portugal. (Lecture Notes in Operations Research) 254 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-332>
ISBN 978-3-032-03107-5 paper ¥38,111.- (税込) EUR 149.99

This book constitutes the proceedings of the First Optimization and Wildfire Conference, held in Luso, Portugal, from October 1-4, 2024. The book features state-of-the-art research results in wildfire management and optimization, highlighting the latest advances in operational research and decision-making methods, and offers innovative solutions to wildfire-related decision problems. It focuses on the application of these methods, including optimization models and solution approaches, to address the complex challenges posed by wildfires. By bringing together cutting-edge research and practical solutions, this book serves as a vital resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers dedicated to improving wildfire management and decision-making processes.

Basile, Vincenzo (ed.), Resilient Business Models: Innovating Through Global Challenges to Creating Sustainable Futures. (Future of Business and Finance) 341 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <758-334>
ISBN 978-3-032-02765-8 hard ¥27,947.- (税込) EUR 109.99

Amid global crises-pandemics, conflicts, energy shocks-this book explores how resilient, innovation-driven business models are reshaping industries. It presents a multidisciplinary framework enriched by 18 case studies, revealing how firms evolve from static structures to dynamic, ethical ecosystems. Resilience is not a temporary fix but a strategic foundation for long-term impact. These models emphasize adaptability, sustainability, and systemic awareness. The book bridges academic insight and practical relevance, offering a roadmap for leaders, entrepreneurs, and scholars navigating complexity. It redefines business strategy as a generative act-aligning value creation with meaning and shared purpose.

Bodrozic-Brnic, Kristina / Schulte, Volker et al. (eds.), Digital Transformation in Knowledge Transfer: Shaping the Future. (Digital Transformation and Innovation) 304 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-335>
ISBN 978-3-032-07328-0 hard ¥22,865.- (税込) EUR 89.99

This book examines the evolving role of digitalization in knowledge transfer within businesses and education, offering a thoughtful exploration of innovative frameworks, case studies, and practical strategies to address the challenges of a rapidly changing landscape. Integrating perspectives from very diverse fields highlights how AI, immersive technologies, and an attitude of co-creation can enhance knowledge retention, ecosystem thinking, and learner engagement. Bringing together contributions from experts across industries and academia, the book combines theoretical insights with truly practical applications. Topics include AI-enhanced HR processes, digital ecosystems for small and medium-sized enterprises, and methods to improve learner motivation through tools like chatbots and immersive worlds. Through case studies, such as the use of an Extended Reality demonstrator in collaborative workspaces and systematic approaches to AI adoption, the book provides readers with a deeper understanding of how knowledge transfer can be reimagined in digital environments. It also raises critical questions about the integration of AI, the ethical implications of automation in knowledge management, and the future of workplace learning. It further explores practical solutions, including frameworks for collaborative business-education partnerships and strategies to support upskilling and innovation in digital ecosystems. Its focus on fostering resilient, adaptive systems and addressing pressing challenges in knowledge transfer makes it a practical guide for creating sustainable and forward-thinking solutions. As such, the book provides business leaders, educators, and policymakers with actionable insights to support innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. Professionals navigating the complexities of digital transformation will also find it a valuable resource.

Boehm, Stephan / Collins, S. / Godulla, A. et al. (eds.), Handbook of AI-based Media Disruption: Emerging Technologies and Multidisciplinary Perspectives Across Sectors. (Future of Business and Finance) 451 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-336>
ISBN 978-3-032-07604-5 hard ¥25,406.- (税込) EUR 99.99

Generative AI is reshaping the media landscape with unprecedented speed and scale. This book examines the disruptive impact of these technologies on the media sector. From the advent of tools like ChatGPT to the creation of synthetic media, the book provides a rigorous, scientific analysis of how Generative AI is altering content creation, distribution, and consumption. It brings together a multidisciplinary group of academics to offer in-depth discussions on the challenges and opportunities posed by AI-driven innovations. Rather than presenting isolated research findings, this anthology aims to systematically dissect the various dimensions of AI-based media disruption, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the changes underway. It addresses critical questions regarding the effects on media products, markets, professionals, and audiences, providing essential insights and forward-looking perspectives. This book is an essential read for scholars, media professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and media. Capturing the essence of current technological advancements, it offers a visionary outlook on future directions, equipping academics and professionals with the knowledge to navigate the ongoing digital transformation. By synthesizing cross-disciplinary perspectives, this volume stands as a critical guide for those at the intersection of media studies, technology, and digital innovation, aiming to foster an informed dialogue on navigating the media sector's evolving AI-driven landscape.

Cox, William T. L., Overcoming Bias Habits: An Evidence-Based Guide to Creating a Joyfully Inclusive World. 232 pp. 2026:3 (U. California Pr., US) <758-337>
ISBN 978-0-520-41041-1 hard ¥20,691.- (税込) US$ 95.00
ISBN 978-0-520-41042-8 paper ¥5,434.- (税込) US$ 24.95

An action-oriented, scientifically tested guide to confronting and overcoming bias. Most anti-bias trainings offer empty words rather than effective, practical solutions. In this hopeful and accessible guide, scientist-practitioner William T. L. Cox breaks down the science behind stereotypes, bias, and the habits we form that perpetuate these cognitive traps in daily life. He highlights lessons from his empirically backed anti-bias training and provides actionable tools for preventing bias and speaking out in favor of diversity. Overcoming Bias Habits inspires us to be agents of change by making meaningful transformations in our behaviors and maintaining them over time. Focusing on individuals and our habits, however, does not mean ignoring the systems and institutions that perpetuate discrimination: Doing the work for ourselves empowers us to also hold institutions accountable and to effect genuine, lasting change in our schools, workplaces, and communities.

Dabic, Marina / Tariq, Adeel / Torkkeli, Marko (eds.), Artificial Humans: Reimagining Organizational Creativity and Innovation in Industry 5.0. (Future of Business and Finance) 225 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <758-338>
ISBN 978-3-032-06603-9 hard ¥22,865.- (税込) EUR 89.99

This book explores multiple aspects of human-AI collaborations, especially human-centric design in organizations for creativity and innovation. It also examines how human-AI collaborations have and continue to change organizations and workplaces as well as their ethical, legal and regulatory challenges. In addition to fundamental topics, the book also demonstrates effective uses of human-AI collaborations for organizational innovation through real world case studies. Featuring unique contributions from professionals in various areas of innovation and technology, this book provides practitioners, leaders, tech experts, and inquisitive thinkers with a thorough understanding of human-AI collaborations, creativity, and innovation.

Dana, Leo-Paul / Salamzadeh, Aidin, Entrepreneurship in Southern Africa: How History Shaped the Present. (Ethnic and Indigenous Business Studies) 181 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-339>
ISBN 978-3-032-05426-5 hard ¥33,029.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This monograph explores the dynamic entrepreneurial landscapes of seven African nations-Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the broader continent. Through vivid case studies and personal encounters, the author examines how cultural values, informal markets, and global influences shape business practices. From Dinapama Manufacturing in Namibia to livestock economies in Lesotho, and informal vendors in Mozambique and Botswana, this volume reveals the resilience and innovation driving African enterprise. Drawing on the scholarship of Leo-Paul Dana and development pioneers like Sivan Yari, it contrasts firm-type and bazaar economies, highlighting the role of relationships, networks, and mindset. Richly illustrated and deeply reflective, this book is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand Africa's entrepreneurial spirit and its place in the global economy.

ビジネス・イノベーション分野の探究　第2版
Gassmann, Oliver / Frankenberger, K. / Sauer, R. et al., Exploring the Field of Business Innovation: New Theoretical Perspectives. 2nd ed. 163 pp. 2025:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-341>
ISBN 978-3-032-03103-7 hard ¥10,160.- (税込) EUR 39.99

Business Innovation is key to the continuing prosperity of firms and to the resolution of environmental and societal grand challenges alike. It has, therefore, become one of the core fields of academic inquiry of our times. It is, however, also an inherently inter-disciplinary subject, inviting contributions from a variety of disciplines. Due to their diverse backgrounds, scholars interested in business innovation frequently lack a "common language" and a shared base of knowledge to integrate their individual contributions effectively. This revised and updated edition starts with the fundamental considerations concerning the role of theories, different types of theories, and different forms of logical reasoning in this field. It goes on to present seven different schools of thought about business innovation, before concluding with the main theories currently used to study business innovation. 'Exploring the Field of Business Innovation' aims at making this domain more accessible to scholars irrespective of their background and career stage, fostering the inter-disciplinary debate, and inspiring researchers to look at this phenomenon from new and different angles.

Heim, Lars, Mastering Business Model Stress Testing: Navigating Megatrends and Market Dynamics Through Strategic Analysis and Innovation. (Future of Business and Finance) 132 pp. 2025:10 (Springer, GW) <758-342>
ISBN 978-3-658-49510-7 hard ¥17,783.- (税込) EUR 69.99

In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary business, organizations encounter the perpetual challenge of re-evaluating and adjusting their business frameworks. This book presents a comprehensive guide to fortifying and adapting business models to meet this demand. This author elucidates how enterprises can enhance their competitive edge by methodically scrutinizing and accommodating megatrends such as digitalization, sustainability, and globalization. It integrates established business model stress-testing methodologies with pragmatic strategies for preemptively addressing forthcoming market dynamics. Through meticulous examination of case studies and actionable directives, this resource emerges as an essential asset for executives, strategists, and innovators striving to ensure the resilience of their enterprises. Offering not only profound insights into business model innovation, but also tangible counsel for navigating a swiftly evolving environment, it stands as an invaluable resource for those aiming to thrive amidst change.

Krishnan, Saravanan / Kumar, R. / Ramakrishnan, S. (eds.), Unveiling Blockchain Enabled Business Applications. (Contributions to Management Science) 396 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <758-344>
ISBN 978-981-9523-36-8 hard ¥50,816.- (税込) EUR 199.99

This edited book presents detailed exploration of adaptions of blockchain in business use case applications. It proposes that blockchain tech is the best choice for modern businesses that require agility, secure, efficient and transparent way of doing business process. The book covers different versions of blockchain applications, focusing on different tools, platforms and techniques, exploring challenges and issues through contributions from different parts of the world. It highlights successful implementation of blockchain in various sectors and presents multiple perspectives from academia, industry and business fields, presenting current and future business applications utilizing the blockchain techniques. Novel architectural and business blockchain use case solutions are the core aspects of this book. The wide variety in topics the book presents offers readers multiple perspectives on blockchain business opportunities. The volume can be used by undergraduate and postgraduate students of management as well as engineering, in addition to researchers and blockchain practitioners, business managers and administrators who are engaged in working on blockchain related technologies. Additionally, policy makers and government regulatory agencies will also find many take-aways in the book.

Koehler, Gerhard / Roth, Werner / Schmidtmann, Achim, Adaptive IT Service Tendering: The Path to Agile and Effective IT Outsourcing. (Management for Professionals) 257 pp. 2025:11 (Springer Gabler, GW) <758-346>
ISBN 978-3-658-49725-5 hard ¥19,054.- (税込) EUR 74.99

While tenders for IT managed services have evolved, key areas that drive significant business value for customers have seen limited improvement. When collaboration between IT service providers and customers stagnates, the next innovation cycle may not begin for another three years. In today's fast-paced business environment, few industries can afford such delays. Adaptive IT tenders aim to shorten this cycle, with a stronger focus on innovation and collaboration. These approaches are not just suited to agile companies, but also to more traditional organisations. This book provides all stakeholders involved in the tendering and management of IT services with a practical set of methods for adaptive tendering. Whether you are part of the executive board, management, a specialist department, IT, sales, purchasing, legal, consulting, or operations, the book offers in-depth guidance on adaptive strategies, comparing them to traditional approaches. Additionally, a glossary is included to ensure clarity and help close any knowledge gaps.

Kuehl, Stefan, Developing Mission Statements: A Very Brief Introduction. 58 pp. 2025:10 (Springer, GW) <758-347>
ISBN 978-3-032-05025-0 paper ¥4,570.- (税込) EUR 17.99

Companies are no longer the only organizations thatdevelop mission statements; administrations, hospitals,universities, schools and associations are following. After a phase of euphoria in which true miracles wereexpected, mission statements have come underincreasing critique for their moralizing overtones. Byapplying new approaches from organizational research,this book shows how thedevelopment and disseminationof missionstatements can be arranged in sucha way that two seemingly contradicting goals areachieved. On the one hand the management of theorganization's "display side" to the outside world canbe supported, on the other hand new room can becreated for the analysis of the unavoidable structuralconflicts that emerge in organizations.

Kuehnel, Klaus, The Agile Enterprise: Digitalization as an Opportunity for Agile Transformation. (Management for Professionals) 170 pp. 2025:11 (Springer, GW) <758-348>
ISBN 978-3-031-98013-8 hard ¥21,595.- (税込) EUR 84.99

Montiel Mendez, Oscar Javier et al. (eds.), Entrepreneurship and Reflexivity: Critical Visions from the Global South. (Palgrave Studies of Entrepreneurship and Social Challenges in Developing Economies) 554 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-349>
ISBN 978-3-031-99975-8 hard ¥38,111.- (税込) EUR 149.99

This book focuses on reflexivity as applied to entrepreneurship in the countries of the Global South. Specifically, reflexivity represents a sociological notion designed to explain the structures of human beliefs; however, its usefulness in business and entrepreneurial frameworks is the gap that must be filled. The text considers the fact that entrepreneurs in the Global South benefit from distinctive and diverse institutional peculiarities, in contrast to the nations of the Northern Hemisphere. Strongly influenced by historical, political, cultural, and economic factors, these factors have historical roots manifested in the role of government, the collaboration between companies and universities, the development of cultural heritage, and ethical values. In providing an overview of entrepreneurship that is divergent from the traditional Western approaches, this work offers new, more holistic perspectives that consider subjective, contextual, and social factors to understand the complexity inherent to entrepreneurship to analyze the realities of the Global South, therefore expanding the knowledge and opportunities that lie ahead. It will generate debate among researchers about how reflexivity can be effectively incorporated into the region's entrepreneurial endeavors and public policies to optimize its social and economic contributions.

Rajagopal, D. / Goncalves, Marcus / Zlatev, Vladimir (eds.), Next Generation Entrepreneurship: Convergence of Innovation, Technology, and Society. (Palgrave Studies of Entrepreneurship and Social Challenges in Developing Economies) 398 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-350>
ISBN 978-3-031-98512-6 hard ¥45,734.- (税込) EUR 179.99

This volume explores the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, with a focus on the integration of innovation and technology in entrepreneurial practices and Industry 5.0. It discusses the role of entrepreneurship in economic development, the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) on managerial decisionmaking. It addresses the effect of transcending growth of information and communication technology on entrepreneurship to gain competitive edge.

Singh, Sarwant, Innovating to Zero: A Blueprint for a Better World. 126 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-351>
ISBN 978-3-032-01989-9 hard ¥8,382.- (税込) EUR 32.99

In 2010, Bill Gates first came up with the term 'Innovating to Zero' to advocate a nuclear energy technology that would be safe and reliable and have zero emissions. Taking this concept and running with it, this book explores the transformative concept of "Innovating to Zero", a vision that seeks to eliminate some of humanity's most pressing challenges. From zero emissions and zero digital divide to zero hunger and zero diseases, this book delves into how industries, societies, and individuals can work towards a future where these ideals become reality. The book expands on what the future of Innovating to Zero looks like. It highlights how the next decade will see exponential growth in the technologies that make the Zero Vision achievable. AI, advanced materials, biotechnology, and quantum computing coming together in ways that will allow us to imagine what was previously unimaginable-from zero cancer deaths to zero device dependency to zero inequality. Taking a deep dive into various sectors where Zero can play a disruptive role-including retail, healthcare, technology, energy, and society at large-the book identifies the fundamental building blocks that go into implementing such an approach and offers an actionable 10-step process to achieving your Zero Vision goals. With global examples, case studies and chapters covering topics such as innovative business models, energy transition, and generative AI, this book will help you set out a vision for sustainable innovation, balancing business and social imperatives.

イノベーションと企業家精神の社会学ハンドブック
Sorenson, Olav / Thornton, Patricia H. (eds.), De Gruyter Handbook of Sociology of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. (De Gruyter Contemporary Social Sciences Handbooks 8) 580 pp. 2025:7 (de Gruyter, GW) <758-352>
ISBN 978-3-11-108526-5 hard ¥44,454.- (税込) EUR 174.95

The number of organization theorists and sociologists studying innovation and entrepreneurship has grown rapidly over the past two decades, yet it has been roughly 15 years since any volume has attempted a comprehensive review of the state of the literature. In addition to having grown rapidly, the sociological literatures on entrepreneurship and innovation have evolved relatively independently. However, there are intellectual synergies to be gained in connecting these two literatures. A large share of innovation happens in the context of startups and a large share of startups pursue innovation through the commercialization of products and services. Featuring engaging contributions from leading scholars in the field, the De Gruyter Handbook of Sociology of Innovation and Entrepreneurship is a must-have and up-to-date summary of the literatures on the sociology of entrepreneurship and innovation. It is a comprehensive reference work, highlighting emerging areas and cutting-edge research, while also providing a vibrant agenda that empowers scholars and students to generate new ideas and knowledge.

Velu, Chander / Norman, Keith / Zhu, Yuzhen et al., The Business of Quantum Technologies: From Theory to Innovation Strategy. 140 pp. 2025:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-354>
ISBN 978-3-031-99807-2 hard ¥12,701.- (税込) EUR 49.99

Quantum technologies (QT) are rapidly advancing from scientific propositions to commercial realities. QT leverage quantum mechanics, the physics of sub-atomic particles, to deliver functionalities and performance that are otherwise impossible to obtain. QT have already transformed our daily life but the next generation goes further by manipulating previously unexploited quantum phenomena to enable a wide range of new applications, which will have a transformative effect on production, business ecosystems and the innovation strategy of the coming decades. This open access book aims to provide the conceptual frameworks to better understand the economic and managerial implications of this dawning phenomenon. Chapters include discussions of quantum computers, quantum communications, and sensing, imaging and timing technologies, providing succinct descriptions of the technology and theory and devoting analysis to the expected business and organisational impact of these breakthroughs. Also exploring strategy and innovation management, sustainability potential and ethics, it will be of great interest to scholars of innovation, strategy and entrepreneurship, as well as practitioners and policymakers looking to better understand the future of business.

de Carvalho Matos, Bruno, Modern Construction: A Comprehensive Guide to Economics and Management. (Contributions to Economics) 214 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-161>
ISBN 978-3-032-07338-9 hard ¥20,324.- (税込) EUR 79.99

This book offers a comprehensive and integrated view of the global construction sector, using language that is accessible to all interested readers. It explores the historical evolution of construction, the political, economic, social, and technological challenges the sector faces, and proposes strategic measures to promote growth and strengthen resilience. The life cycle of construction projects is examined with particular emphasis on project management, with reference to widely recognized regulations and standards. It also features opinion pieces by the author on contemporary issues and emerging trends in the sector, followed by an analysis of risks and opportunities, as well as guidelines for managing organizational change. The book concludes by highlighting the value of construction to humanity, emphasizing its tangible contributions to housing, infrastructure, and employment. Construction is presented not only as an economic driver, but also as a fundamental pillar in the long-term development of societies.

須藤修編　社会制度と社会科学へのデータ解析の影響－日本におけるDXとAIの社会的影響研究
Sudoh, Osamu (ed.), Data Analysis Impact on Social System and Social Sciences: Study on the Social Impact of DX and AI in Japan: Data Visualization and Prediction in Human Society. (SpringerBriefs for Data Scientists and Innovators 3) 147 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-172>
ISBN 978-981-9526-12-3 paper ¥12,701.- (税込) EUR 49.99

This brief discusses how to deal with data visualization and prediction in human society, a context in which big data analysis and artificial intelligence have the potential to transform the world. The debates presented in this brief combine different disciplines such as data-science, economics, political science, social informatics, informatics, philosophy of recognition and human actions, and artificial intelligence for human society. Written by leading researchers from various disciplines, the brief provides fresh perspectives on the social impact of AI and evolution of human beings. As such, it offers a unique resource for all scholars and policymakers interested in the most exciting and fuzzy connections between disciplines, where knowledge in one field helps to answer questions in another.

Ivana, Diana / Pitic, Diana / Irimias, Tudor et al., The Dynamics of Social Capital in Romania's IT&C Sector: Reshaping the Future of Work. 70 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-188>
ISBN 978-3-032-01873-1 hard ¥10,160.- (税込) EUR 39.99

Post-pandemic, there has been a period of crisis and dramatic flux in the recruitment, motivation, and retention of employees within the IT&C sector, with turnover rates reaching almost 20%. In this book's survey of employees in the IT&C sector in Romania, it is revealed that 80% of departures were motivated by the belief that "the company is not the same as it was". Adopting the framework of organizational social capital, these findings are assessed in the context of our current landscape of remote and hybrid work, AI and a new generation who joined the workforce after the pandemic. Organizational social capital, as a concept, is centred on the idea that social capital fosters the development of intellectual capital and should be a priority for successful organizations. This book develops a theoretical framework for OSC that is specific to the contemporary IT&C sector and, particularly, the growth of remote and hybrid work. It will be of great interest to scholars and students of organizations, the IT&C sector and HRM.

Kuldova, Tereza Ostbo / Hagen, I. M. / Lloyd, A. (eds.), Digital Technology, Algorithmic Governance and Workplace Democracy: Interrogating the Nordic Model in Practice. 244 pp. 2026:1 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-103>
ISBN 978-3-032-02753-5 hard ¥43,193.- (税込) EUR 169.99

Globally, 2 billion workers are in precarious informal jobs without protection. The Nordic Model privileges co-determination and worker participation in employment relations which can foreclose precarity and the absence of protection. However, the growth of digitalization and algorithmic governance within the workplace raises questions about labour process, worker agency, co-determination, governance, power, surveillance, control, and representation in all parts of the world, including the Nordic countries. This interdisciplinary edited collection offers a unique combination of macro level and micro level analyses of digitalization, algorithmic governance and workplace democracy in the context of Nordic labour markets. Including studies from the finance industry, hospitals, higher education, police, and journalism, this collection teases out similarities and differences across labour markets and employment sectors and seeks to reflect nuances in terms of worker autonomy and agency, transformation of professional discretion, modes of resistance, representation and co-determination, and employment relations. It will be of great importance to the scholars and students of labour studies, workplace governance, HRM and the sociology of work.