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

AI時代の知識経営
Rezaei, Mojtaba, Knowledge Management in the AI Era: Evolution, Challenges, and Strategic Adaptation. (Managing Innovation in Business Strategy, Marketing and Finance) 244 pp. 2026:4 (Emerald, UK) <762-300>
ISBN 978-1-80686-252-8 hard ¥23,562.- (税込) US$ 105.00

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the field of Knowledge Management (KM); as AI technologies rapidly evolve and permeate organisational processes, there is an urgent need for a fresh, critical examination of their impact on knowledge creation, sharing, and utilisation. At its core, this work addresses critical questions: How does AI reshape what we define as knowledge? What are the risks, biases, and ethical dilemmas of relying on machine-generated insights? How can organisations balance the benefits of AI automation with the irreplaceable value of human expertise? By weaving together these themes, the book goes beyond existing KM texts that treat AI merely as a supporting tool-it positions AI as a paradigm-shifting force redefining the entire knowledge ecosystem. The research presented here bridges theoretical foundations with practical insights to guide scholars, practitioners, and leaders navigating this profound shift. While many works focus separately on AI or KM, few comprehensively explore their intersection with attention to ethical, strategic, and organisational dimensions. This book fills that gap, providing an essential roadmap for academics researching AI's role in knowledge processes and practitioners tasked with integrating AI into their organisational knowledge strategies. Managing Innovation in Business Strategy, Marketing and Finance has a goal of contributing to understanding the role of business innovation from the perspective of three key functional areas: strategy marketing and finance.

tom Dieck, M. Claudia / Jung, Timothy et al. (eds.), XR and Metaverse: Proceedings of the 10th International XR-Metaverse Conference 2025, Maastricht, The Netherlands. (Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics) 546 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-302>
ISBN 978-3-032-11982-7 hard ¥42,060.- (税込) EUR 159.99

This book offers a comprehensive collection of the latest research presented at the 10th International XR-Metaverse Conference held in Maastricht, The Netherlands in 2025. Its goal is to bridge the gap between academia and industry by advancing the state of the art in Metaverse, XR, AI-based AR and VR technologies, and by exploring their applications in various fields such as business, marketing, education, health care, tourism, events, fashion, entertainment, retail, and the gaming industry.Including contributions by prominent XR scholars from around the globe, the book addresses a wide range of significant topics concerning XR and the Metaverse. Showcasing cutting-edge research outputs, it is of interest to both academics and practitioners eager to catch up on the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field.

van der Westhuizen, Thea (ed.), Innovative Pedagogies for Entrepreneurship Education: Insights and Reflections from South Africa. 571 pp. 2026:3 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <762-303>
ISBN 978-3-032-07203-0 hard ¥13,141.- (税込) EUR 49.99

This open access book offers a comprehensive exploration of innovative pedagogies in entrepreneurship education, drawing from the rich experiences of South African universities. It provides a unique lens on how to cultivate entrepreneurial ecosystems, foster creativity, and integrate entrepreneurship across diverse academic disciplines. Through twenty-two in-depth case studies, the book illustrates effective strategies in youth capacity building, experiential learning, and creativity-driven education practices. Key concepts include building robust entrepreneurial ecosystems, structured entrepreneurial support initiatives, and experiential learning methodologies. The chapters address critical questions such as how to build the capacity youth through entrepreneurship education and how to integrate entrepreneurial thinking into non-business disciplines. This collection is a must-read for academics, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to inspire and inform efforts to cultivate entrepreneurial thinking and action in diverse educational contexts.

Wachowicz, Tomasz, Holistic Multi-Criteria Decision Aid for Negotiation. (Advances in Group Decision and Negotiation 10) 357 pp. 2026:3 (Springer, GW) <762-304>
ISBN 978-3-032-10656-8 hard ¥36,802.- (税込) EUR 139.99

The book explores the potential of holistic multi-criteria decision support to facilitate negotiations, including those conducted through electronic negotiation systems. It critically examines classical decision analysis approaches, highlighting their limitations due to negotiators' cognitive limitations. Drawing on findings from international experiments, the book demonstrates how these limitations lead to errors in preference definition, resulting in imprecise assessment models and unreliable decision support at the bargaining and post-negotiation stages. To address these challenges, the book introduces holistic preference analysis methods that overcome cognitive barriers, including the MARS and unMAGIC approaches. Because they are based on holistic decision support principles, these methods provide a more cognitively accessible alternative to traditional decision analysis tools, enabling more accurate preference modeling in negotiation contexts. The final section integrates these methods into electronic negotiation support systems, showcasing the eNego platform as an advanced decision support environment. The design and implementation of a hybrid iterative support mechanism in eNego, combining UTA, MARS, and direct rating, are detailed. Empirical results from negotiation experiments confirm the effectiveness of the resulting holistic decision support in improving preference analysis, negotiation quality, and user evaluations of use and usefulness. Offering a unique blend of theoretical insight and empirical validation, this book is an essential resource for researchers, practitioners, and system designers seeking to enhance negotiation processes through cognitively informed decision support methods.

Zumitzavan, Vissanu, Social Science Methodologies for Management Research: From Philosophy to Practice in the AI Era. 321 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <762-305>
ISBN 978-981-9543-17-5 hard ¥19,714.- (税込) EUR 74.99

This textbook serves as a comprehensive guide through this complex terrain of research in the discipline of management. It starts by exploring the philosophical foundations of research, specifically ontology and epistemology, developing a robust base for grasping how knowledge is constructed in management. The book then proceeds into practical methodologies, furnishing a clear roadmap through qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches, research design, and data analysis. It explores key concepts such as hypothesis development, validity, reliability, and ethical considerations, ensuring that researchers are provided with the methodologies to pursue meaningful and rigorous studies. By harmonising theory and practice, this text strives to inspire a thoughtful, methodologically sound approach to management research, bolstering a deeper understanding of both its challenges and its impactful potential. To situate these methodologies in the present moment, it also probes the profound ways artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape the landscape of academic inquiry and augment the capabilities of the modern researcher. Whether for students, researchers, or established scholars, it serves as a valuable resource in mastering the art and science of research.

Lachmayer, Roland / Wurst, Johanna / Thelemann, Jorin, Methodology for the Development of Sustainable Products. 191 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <762-294>
ISBN 978-3-662-72441-5 paper ¥26,286.- (税込) EUR 99.99

The book "Methodology for the Development of Sustainable Products" offers readers various ways in which proven methods of product development can be usefully supplemented from a sustainability perspective. It combines familiar and successfully established methods with new approaches that we have researched and tested in practice in recent years, with a focus on sustainable solutions. Starting with primarily strategic considerations on systems and business models as well as relevant norms and standards, concrete methods and techniques are presented in the further course of the book, which are supplemented by case studies in the individual chapters. The content of this book is based on many years of practical experience from life, 15 years of working in industry, as well as research and teaching, and also in terms of working with young people. In addition to our students, it is primarily aimed at practitioners - from engineers to managers - as well as all readers with an interest in technology.

Lucia, Maria Della / Santini, E. / Caputo, A. et al. (eds.), Sustainable Business Models: Insights from the Tourism, Cultural and Creative Sectors. (Entrepreneurial Behaviour) 224 pp. 2026:2 (Emerald, UK) <762-295>
ISBN 978-1-80592-674-0 paper ¥7,180.- (税込) US$ 32.00

The ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online. Tourism, cultural, and creative industries face increasing pressure to reconcile economic viability with environmental responsibility, social inclusion, and cultural integrity. The book responds to the urgent need for innovative, research-based, and practice-oriented approaches to tackle the vulnerabilities and challenges of today's business environment. It advances strategies that integrate sustainability into both business and place development, building on the principles of circularity, inclusivity and participation, authenticity, and regeneration. By linking theory and practice, the volume provides a roadmap for transitioning businesses and places toward sustainability, enhancing resilience to external shocks while strengthening their positive impact on communities and the environment. The Entrepreneurial Behaviour series is dedicated to communicating innovative and multi-disciplinary new research that advances theory and practice in Entrepreneurial Behaviour. The series is focused on expanding the scope of Entrepreneurial Behaviour theory and analysis and enriching practice by encouraging multi-theoretical, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary approaches.

Mayfield, Jacqueline / Mayfield, Milton et al. (eds.), Emerging Insights in Leader Motivating Language Theory: Organizational Communication for Impact, Inclusion, and Purpose. (New Perspectives in Organizational Communication) 325 pp. 2026:2 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <762-296>
ISBN 978-3-032-06541-4 hard ¥36,802.- (税込) EUR 139.99

This volume presents new research on a flourishing and evolving leader communication theory - motivating language. Divided into three parts, it explores the foundations of the field, its antecedents and outcomes, and its application in various industries and contexts. The authors re-examine the theoretical foundations of the theory and its potential in dialogic and virtual settings. They also explore various extensions of motivating language, including its applications during the COVID-19 pandemic.Integrating a broad scope of approaches that draws from diverse fields, this work offers researchers in management, leadership, and business communication overviews of recent research as well as extensions of motivating language theory that will advance the field.

Nguyen, Dong Phong / Su, Dinh Thanh et al. (eds.), Business Management in Vietnam: Empowering the Nation for the New Era. (Vietnam and the Global Economy 3) 340 pp. 2025:12 (World Scientific, SI) <762-297>
ISBN 978-981-9824-10-6 hard ¥26,479.- (税込) US$ 118.00

Business Management in Vietnam gathers an interdisciplinary range of research from renowned scholars, government officials, and industry leaders, covering areas such as strategic management, marketing, leadership, behavioral economics, and legal frameworks. By offering a comprehensive view of both policy and practice, the book presents critical analyses of emerging opportunities and persistent challenges in Vietnam's rapidly evolving business landscape. Each peer-reviewed chapter provides insights into topics including the effectiveness of managerial decision-making, the impact of foreign investments on local enterprises, and the role of innovation in sustaining competitiveness. Readers will encounter case studies on how small and medium-sized enterprises adapt to shifts in the global market, as well as investigations into the growing importance of ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility. The book also explores sector-specific developments - from the influence of technology startups on economic growth to the refinement of service quality in higher education - illustrating how collaborative efforts between public and private sectors contribute to national empowerment. Concluding with a forward-looking assessment of workforce development and international integration, this volume serves as a valuable resource for understanding Vietnam's pursuit of inclusive, sustainable progress in the new era.

Paoloni, Paola (ed.), Art, Culture and Made in Italy: Gender Perspectives in the Contemporary World. (SIDREA Series in Accounting and Business Administration) 381 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-298>
ISBN 978-3-032-12527-9 hard ¥44,689.- (税込) EUR 169.99

This book explores the multifaceted role of gender in contemporary society, focusing on its influence across art and cultural expression, entrepreneurial practices, and sustainability strategies. Based on contributions presented at the 10th Ipazia Workshop, the volume examines how art and culture serve as powerful tools for social inclusion, how gender dynamics shape innovation and entrepreneurship within the "Made in Italy" industries, and how emerging sustainability policies reflect a growing commitment to gender equality. Adopting a multidisciplinary approach, the book investigates both conceptual frameworks and empirical evidence, addressing the challenges and opportunities that gender issues present in creative, economic, and reporting practices. The content is organized into three main sections: gender and inclusion in art and culture; gender dynamics in entrepreneurship and innovation; and gender equality in sustainability and disclosure. This volume is intended for academics, researchers, and graduate students in gender studies, cultural studies, sustainability, and business innovation. It also appeals to policymakers, entrepreneurs, and cultural professionals seeking to understand the intersection of gender with creativity, economic development, and sustainable practices.

Fleischer, Holger / Prigge, Stefan (eds.), Listed Family Companies. (Law and Management of Family Firms) 284 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-282>
ISBN 978-1-80592-600-9 paper ¥7,180.- (税込) US$ 32.00

The ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online. Listed Family Companies are a focal point of family business research on the management side. This is hardly surprising, as the data situation here is much better than for private family businesses. At the same time, one can ask how representative the listed family business is of the much more common form of private family business. The listed family business inevitably has non-family shareholders and is subject to more intensive regulation, particularly in terms of transparency. This specific legal framework is what makes the interdisciplinary perspective of law and management on the listed family business so useful. The book addresses topics such as the status quo of, and gaps in, the management literature about Listed Family Companies; how family companies communicate with the capital market and how capital market participants view family companies; a stewardship perspective on the listed family company; an in-depth look at listed family companies in Turkey; and general and country-specific legal chapters on France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. The book concludes with a chapter on future research opportunities that emerged from the discussions at the conference. The pioneering Law and Management of Family Firms series publishes volumes following the annual Hamburg Conference: Law and Management of Family Firms, the international and interdisciplinary forum for family business research. The conference is organized by the Max Planck Institute and the Institute for Mittelstand and Family Firms (HSBA Hamburg School of Business Administration). It brings together two distinct and previously disconnected disciplines of law and management, benefiting scholars, lawyers, consultants, and family office practitioners.

Ghoneim, Hebatallah / Iparraguirre, Jose et al. (eds.), Positive Performativity and Transformative Management Research: Proceedings of Faculty of Management Technology Conference, German University in Cairo, 21-22 May 2025. (Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics) 320 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-284>
ISBN 978-3-032-11197-5 hard ¥57,834.- (税込) EUR 219.99

Featuring work presented at the 2025 Faculty of Management Technology Conference at the German University in Cairo, this proceedings presents a timely and comprehensive exploration of transformative forces shaping economies, industries, and societies in the 21st century. Drawing from interdisciplinary and international perspectives, the book compiles cutting-edge research on digital transformation, sustainability, social equity, and innovation. Chapters investigate the role of emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, and digital payment systems in reshaping economic development, supply chains, and financial inclusion. It also examines how behavioral insights, remote work, and data visualization tools are influencing management practices and public policy. In addition to technological and economic themes, the volume gives significant attention to socio-political and environmental dimensions, including climate change financing, sustainable consumption, entrepreneurship among marginalized groups, and education expenditure impacts. By incorporating both empirical and bibliometric methodologies, the book provides a robust analytical foundation and identifies future research directions. This volume serves as a crucial resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Giraldi, Luca, Space Economy SEWA - Start, Evolve, or Walk Away: A Comprehensive Guide to Disruptive Innovation and Entrepreneurship Evolution in an Emerging Multi-trillion-dollar Sector. (International Series in Advanced Management Studies) 95 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <762-285>
ISBN 978-3-032-10644-5 hard ¥18,399.- (税込) EUR 69.99

The space economy is undergoing rapid transformation, presenting unprecedented opportunities and risks. This book offers a strategic guide for entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and policymakers navigating this multi-trillion-dollar sector. Using the SEWA framework-Start, Evolve, or Walk Away-it provides actionable insights into launching new ventures, transforming existing enterprises, or exiting unviable projects. Readers gain a concise market overview, understand the shift from government-led programs to commercial innovation, and explore frameworks for funding, regulation, talent, and execution. Real-world case studies from India, Italy, and the USA illustrate practical applications. Whether building upstream infrastructure or downstream applications, this book equips decision-makers with tools to allocate resources wisely, mitigate risk, and lead the next era of growth beyond Earth.

Golder, Peter T, Recode: Innovation - Transformation - Mindset: Shaping the Future of Global Financial Markets and How to Avoid Membership of the '70% Failure Club'. 908 pp. 2026:1 (World Scientific, SI) <762-286>
ISBN 978-981-9818-90-7 hard ¥42,187.- (税込) US$ 188.00
ISBN 978-981-9819-53-9 paper ¥17,503.- (税込) US$ 78.00

recode: Innovation - Transformation - Mindset offers a game changing approach to value creation in the 21st century through innovation and transformation and therefore offers the means to rewrite the playbook for value creation. This book, with an emphasis on big ambition, small steps - explores how one needs to devise new games, establish new rules, and examines a common scenario that many people tend to forget - the one that assumes that all the planned scenarios are wrong.Global Financial Markets are undergoing secular change - some would say they are under attack from geoeconomics, innovation, transformation [often a function of technology] and affected by a reshaping of the global regulatory landscape. Against this backdrop, Innovation - Transformation - Mindset sets out to provide a framework to fundamentally rethink how innovation and transformation need to be approached - for both existing and new players in the global capital markets ecosystem - to achieve and maintain growth in a world of constant flux.Innovation - Transformation - Mindset originated from a simple yet pertinent question: what do I need to know at the onset of a journey into digital assets and asset agnostic infrastructure to prevail and make a contribution towards reshaping global capital markets - a journey which is plagued by uncertainty and a plethora of scenarios that could play out with significantly different payoffs. Innovation - Transformation - Mindset outlines how TRADFI/ DEFI, CRYPTO and AI could reshape global capital markets and discusses the use of innovation and transformation to help financial institutions define and realize their corporate ambitions over time against the headwinds of corporate and personal inertia, political, regulatory and economic uncertainty, structural ambiguity and cognitive dissonance.

Guthrie, Kathy L. / Panarella, Charles J., Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive. (Contemporary Perspectives on Leadership Learning) 88 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-287>
ISBN 978-1-80686-356-3 hard ¥24,684.- (税込) US$ 110.00
ISBN 978-1-80686-358-7 paper ¥6,728.- (税込) US$ 29.99

Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive explores the dynamic connection between personal thriving and leadership learning. This timely and thought-provoking book invites students to reimagine leadership learning as a catalyst for well-being. Rooted in the idea that thriving means evolving energetically, the book integrates key leadership theories with well-being science and positive psychology to support both leader and follower growth. Drawing on the work of scholars, the authors highlight essential elements of thriving, such as environmental mastery, adaptive leadership, growth mindset, emotional intelligence, meaning and purpose, relationships, accomplishments, innovation, engagement, resilience, and self-efficacy. Through a blend of research, reflection, and practical insight, this book offers a compelling framework for how leadership learning can foster holistic development. It also serves as a call to action for professionals seeking to create environments where students don't just succeed - they thrive. Whether you're on your own leadership learning journey, designing leadership programs for peers, mentoring students, or shaping institutional strategy, Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive will inspire you to spark new conversations, ignite fresh ideas, and champion well-being through leadership education.

Haaja, Eini / Karhu, Anna, Resilience, Business-Policy Interaction, and Collective Agency: Advancing Sustainability and Security in Europe. 133 pp. 2026:1 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <762-288>
ISBN 978-3-032-02517-3 hard ¥7,883.- (税込) EUR 29.99

This open access book explores the intricate dynamics of resilience, sustainability, and security in Europe, focusing on the collective agency of policymakers and businesses. As Europe faces unprecedented challenges from climate change, geopolitical shifts, and economic disruptions, the need for a cohesive strategy to advance resilience has never been more critical. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of how these stakeholders can work together to overcome grand challenges and secure a sustainable future. Key concepts such as collective agency, sustainability, and security are examined through the lens of both policy and business perspectives. The authors present a research-based framework that highlights the synergies and conflicts between these sectors. By synthesizing academic discussions with fresh empirical data, the book offers practical recommendations and tools for fostering collaboration and resilience. Ideal for policymakers, business leaders, and scholars, this book serves as a vital resource for understanding and navigating the complex landscape of resilience advancement. It not only addresses the urgent need for strategic collaboration but also provides actionable insights for achieving sustainable development goals. Whether you are a practitioner or an academic, this book invites you to engage with the pressing issues of our time and contribute to a more resilient Europe.

Hegarty, Kyle D., Sales Punks: The Rebel's Guide to Rewriting the Rules of B2B Sales. 176 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-289>
ISBN 978-1-80686-082-1 paper ¥5,606.- (税込) US$ 24.99

Sales Punks is a bold manifesto for a new era of B2B selling. In a world where buyers are savvier, more independent, and harder to reach than ever, traditional sales tactics are failing fast. Kyle D. Hegarty throws out the outdated rulebook and replaces it with a rebellious, practical framework designed for today's market realities. Packed with real-world stories, sharp insights, and unapologetic advice, Sales Punks empowers sales professionals to break the mould, rethink their approach, and win more deals by being smarter, not louder. At the heart of Sales Punks is a call to arms: re-skill, re-engage, and reimagine what it means to sell. With five transformative pillars-from consultative coaching to navigating complex ecosystems-this invaluable guide offers a fresh, actionable blueprint for building resilient, high-performing sales teams. Whether you're a sales leader, enablement strategist, or frontline rep, this book delivers the tools, mindset, and momentum needed to thrive in a buyer-first world. It's not just a book-it's a movement.

Jonah, Udeme, Breaking Financial Barriers: Overcoming Financial Challenges for Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurs. (International Studies in Small Business and Entrepreneurship Research) 220 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-291>
ISBN 978-1-83708-179-0 hard ¥25,806.- (税込) US$ 115.00

Starting a business or ensuring a small business continues to operate successfully often requires taking out business loans, but are there systemic barriers to ethnic minority business owners in obtaining a loan? Focusing specifically on Scotland, the author draws on original research, including in-depth interviews and thematic analysis, the book highlights the systemic barriers such as education, language proficiency, interest rates, trust issues, and residency requirements that hinder access to finance. The research also examines institutional factors like credit ratings, information asymmetry, and strict loan processes that disproportionately affect ethnic minority entrepreneurs. The book offers readers a comprehensive overview of the difficulties faced by this demographic but also offers practical recommendations for policymakers, financial institutions, and community organizations to foster a more inclusive lending environment. In addressing both the micro-level challenges and macro-level systemic issues, this text aims to contribute to the broader discourse on financial inclusion, economic equity, and the role of small businesses in sustainable development. The International Studies in Small Business and Entrepreneurship Research Series opens a new chapter, as it seeks to advance discussions that consolidate conventional knowledge. The purpose of this initiative is to invite new reflections on the nature of entrepreneurship and small business across contexts. The collections in this series aim to improve the theoretical rigour and practical relevance of the field. The emphasis is to advance contemporary contributions that matter for small business and entrepreneurship, by directing us to underexplored and under-theorised contexts.

Kuehl, Stefan, Making use of Management Fashions: A Very Brief Introduction. 90 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <762-292>
ISBN 978-3-032-09264-9 paper ¥4,728.- (税込) EUR 17.99

Management fashions encourage people to make changes. Though members of organizations would be well advised not to commit themselves body and soul to the latest organizational concept, it could still be useful for triggering change processes in their organization. With its help, it may be possible to initiate discourse and to legitimize change projects with a fresh vocabulary. Consequently, management fashions can be used productively in organizations- it is just not a good idea to go overboard for them.

Laaksonen, Salla-Maaria / Pantti, M. / Dovbysh, O. (eds.), Platforms and the Planet: Big Tech, Digital Platforms and Environmental Responsibility. (Digital Materialities and Sustainable Futures) 260 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-293>
ISBN 978-1-83662-173-7 hard ¥24,684.- (税込) US$ 110.00

There is a growing public and scholarly attention to the environmental footprint of digital technologies, and to the climate responsibility of technology corporations and social media platforms specifically. Developing a critical understanding of the environmental responsibility and accountability of digital platforms, Platforms and the Planet focuses on the environmental responsibility of the so-called Big Tech, their digital media platforms and their role in the sustainability transition as a discursive, material, and ethical question. Written from a much-needed critical and cross-disciplinary perspective, challenging the prevailing perspective on digital platforms as "green" and non-material entities, the chapters unpack their non-sustainable, material essence. Bridging critical platform studies with environmental studies and environmental communication studies, the chapters explore three broad themes. First, the chapters unpack what environmental sustainability means in relation to platforms. The second theme scrutinises the material and infrastructural dimensions of the digital platform society from the perspective of sustainability and global justice. Third, the chapters dive into the discourses of accountability by both digital platforms and actors criticizing them. This edited collection is compelling reading for a wide range of researchers and students both in the fields of media and communication studies, digital sociology, and other fields of critical technology studies and environmental studies. The book will also be useful for those interested in global platform companies from the perspective of management and organization studies or more broadly as societal actors.

アジアにおける経営管理－機会と企業家精神
Endress, Tobias / Badir, Yuosre F. (eds.), Business and Management in Asia: Opportunities and Entrepreneurship. 301 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-280>
ISBN 978-981-9549-08-5 hard ¥39,431.- (税込) EUR 149.99

This book, the 2026 edition of the Business and Management in Asia volumes focuses on "Opportunities and Entrepreneurship," exploring how businesses and entrepreneurs can thrive in this transformative era. The book delves into critical themes, including the rise of green entrepreneurship, the role of technology in fostering inclusive growth, and strategies to unlock the potential of underutilized markets. Each chapter offers unique insights, knowledge transfer and practical solutions, combining scholarly perspectives with actionable examples from the region. From groundbreaking case studies on digital startups to strategies for fostering cross-border collaborations, the book examines how entrepreneurial ventures are driving economic growth, creating social impact, and shaping the future of business in Asia. This volume highlights the region's growing role in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem, emphasizing innovation, resilience, and creativity. It encourages readers to adopt bold approaches, challenge traditional business paradigms, and explore uncharted territories in their pursuit of success. A must-read for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers, the book provides valuable guidance for navigating the complexities of the Asian business world in 2026 and beyond.

Flath, Christoph M. / Gust, G. / Thiesse, F. et al. (eds.), Shaping the Digital Future Through Innovation and Practice: Proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Wirtschaftsinformatik, Wuerzburg, Germany, 2024 - Vol. 4. (Lecture Notes in Information Systems and Organisation 85) 374 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-281>
ISBN 978-3-032-08488-0 paper ¥34,173.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This book is the fourth volume of proceedings from the 19th International Conference on Wirtschaftsinformatik held in Wuerzburg, Germany, in 2024. In the context of the global trend toward digitalization, it presents the results of innovative, high-quality research in the field of information systems and digital transformation. The book covers a broad range of topics, including smart cities, digital government, service innovation and practice-track contributions, each of which has and will continue to have significant impacts on companies, individuals and societies alike.

Adesida, Olugbenga / Karuri-Sebina, Geci et al. (eds.), Transforming Africa: Fostering a New Innovation Agenda. 308 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-269>
ISBN 978-1-83662-793-7 paper ¥7,180.- (税込) US$ 32.00

The ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online. As Africa stands at the threshold of rapid global and technological change, Transforming Africa offers a timely, agenda-setting response to the urgent call for bold, future-oriented innovation across the continent. This edited volume explores how African countries can reshape their innovation ecosystems to meet contemporary challenges and opportunities. It brings together diverse perspectives on emerging issues such as artificial intelligence, fintech, and smart agriculture, alongside critical socio-economic themes including food systems, health, education, culture, fashion, and peacebuilding. Transforming Africa is a call to action: to reimagine Africa's innovation agenda with greater urgency, creativity, and contextual relevance. It highlights the rise of alternative paradigms and local approaches to innovation that challenge dominant models and offer more inclusive and sustainable pathways forward. Rich in insight and grounded in practice, this volume is essential reading for policymakers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and students interested in Africa's development and innovation futures. It is the third in a series produced by the Africa Innovation Summit Foundation and is supported by ICESCO.

Akande, Adebowale (ed.), Modern Transformational Leadership: Applications, Challenges, and Best Practices. (Diversity and Inclusion Research) 699 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-270>
ISBN 978-3-032-12535-4 hard ¥44,689.- (税込) EUR 169.99

Modern Transformational Leadership is a timely and interdisciplinary volume that explores how leaders across sectors and cultures are redefining influence, legitimacy, and resilience in an era marked by crisis, complexity, and moral urgency. Blending theory with practice, the book brings together scholars, practitioners, and change-makers to examine leadership not as a static role, but as a dynamic force for ethical transformation and institutional renewal. Based on a science-practitioner framework, the book challenges foundational theories and proposes new models for ethical, inclusive, and adaptive leadership. Today, leadership must be intercultural, interdisciplinary, and ethically grounded. This volume affirms that transformational leadership is a relational and reflective practice shaped by power, purpose, and context, not merely a role. Providing critical insights for scholars, researchers, managers, professionals, and educators, this book covers topics ranging from strategic decision-making and emotional intelligence to resistance, recognition, and symbolic inclusion.

Ammann, Paul / Drissner, Gerald, Business Success in the Gulf Region: How Exporters Can Navigate the Transformation in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf States. 339 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <762-271>
ISBN 978-3-658-50197-6 hard ¥26,286.- (税込) EUR 99.99

This book shows how companies from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland can successfully do business in the Arab Gulf States. The region-especially Saudi Arabia-is currently diversifying beyond oil and gas, offering lucrative opportunities across many industries. The authors explain in a fact-based, pragmatic way how export-oriented companies can take advantage of these opportunities. As seasoned experts on the Gulf, they translate field observations into practical guidance and offer essential recommendations, plus insider tips drawn from 30+ interviews-mostly with Arab managers. Ethical questions that arise in this complex region are not ignored but are addressed from various perspectives. The book exposes the often unseen hurdles European managers face.

Antony, Jiju / Bhat, Shreeranga / E V, Gijo et al., Ten Commandments of Design for Lean Six Sigma: A Practical Guide for Senior Executives and Business Leaders. 304 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-272>
ISBN 978-1-83753-533-0 hard ¥25,806.- (税込) US$ 115.00

Design for Lean Six Sigma (DFLSS) is a powerful methodology adopted by many world-class companies today. It aims to build quality into products or services at the very early stages of the product development process. Ten Commandments of Design for Lean Six Sigma brings together the experience of six authors with more than 50 years of cumulative DFLSS deployment in the field. The book covers key topics such as alignment of DFLSS with organizational strategy; top management support and involvement; listening to the voice of the customers (VOC); effective training programme for right project teams; project selection and prioritization; linking DFLSS with ISO international standards; effective use of DFLSS methodology and the integrated tools within the methodology and reward and recognition schemes. The practical nature of the book makes this ideal reading for senior executives in all organizations with an interest in developing, implementing, and deploying DFLSS. It will be a great asset to many trainers and consultants who would like to deliver executive courses for senior managers in any organisation.

Bader, Martin A. / Gassmann, Oliver / Thompson, Mark James, Patent Management: Protecting Intellectual Property and Innovation. 2nd ed. (Management for Professionals) 285 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-273>
ISBN 978-3-032-12029-8 hard ¥23,657.- (税込) EUR 89.99

Innovation must translate into tangible value to sustain competitive advantage. As AI accelerates invention and global patenting shifts eastward, managing intellectual property (IP) is now as vital as overseeing factories or R&D. Patent Management offers a practical guide for executives, innovators, and academics to harness patents as drivers of value in dynamic markets. Blending decades of global research with industry collaboration, the book covers: Winning IP Strategies: Use offensive and defensive tactics to compete globally.Future-proofing: Adapt patent strategy to AI, blockchain, and emerging tech.Successful practices: Learn from top firms and public-sector initiatives.Proven tools: Apply frameworks for start-ups, SMEs, and large corporations. Built on projects with leading organizations like the European Commission and WIPO, this book connects theory and practice to make IP a lasting competitive edge. About the reviews A reference for managers who want to bring information technology innovation with a clear intellectual property strategy to the market. A very readable book. Thomas Landolt, former Managing Director, IBM A really comprehensive, all-in book about patents-strategy, value, management and commercialization. And not forgetting what they are for-foster innovation. Dr. Joerg Thomaier, former Head of IP Bayer Group An excellent tool for those who aim for professional management of the intangible assets of companies and other organizations. "Best Patent Book" award winner, IPKat blog

Banerjee, Sourav, Modernizing SAP Business Warehouse: A Strategic Guidance to Migrating to SAP Business Data Cloud (SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud). 254 pp. 2025:12 (Apress, US) <762-274>
ISBN 979-88-688-2191-2 paper ¥15,770.- (税込) EUR 59.99

The book simplifies the complexities of cloud transition and offers a clear, actionable roadmap for organizations moving from SAP BW or BW/4HANA to SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud (as part of SAP Business Data Cloud), particularly in alignment with S/4HANA transformation. Whether you are assessing your current landscape, building a business case with ROI analysis, or creating a phased implementation strategy, this book delivers both technical and strategic guidance. It highlights short- and long-term planning considerations, outlines migration governance, and provides best practices for managing projects across hybrid SAP environments. From identifying platform gaps to facilitating stakeholder discussions, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the analytics modernization journey. You Will: ? Learn how to assess your current SAP BW or BW/4HANA landscape and identify key migration drivers ? Understand best practices for leveraging out-of-the-box cloud features and AI/ML capabilities ? A step-by-step approach to planning and executing the move to SAP Business Data Cloud (Mainly SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud) This book is for: SAP BW/BW4HANA Customers, SAP Consultants, Solution Architects and Enterprise Architects

Berberovic, Denis / Purg, Danica (eds.), Hidden Champions in Rising Economies: The Undiscovered Roads to the Future. (Contributions to Management Science) 440 pp. 2026:2 (Springer, GW) <762-275>
ISBN 978-3-032-08262-6 hard ¥44,689.- (税込) EUR 169.99

This book presents the success stories of "Hidden Champions"-companies leading niche markets in Africa, Asia, and Central and Eastern Europe. Though relatively unknown, these firms influence global industries through agility, customer focus, and expertise. Based on extensive research, the book explores leadership, financial resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability strategies enabling these companies to thrive in challenging environments. With insights from over 70 case studies across 30 countries, it examines responses to global shocks like COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine, showing how adversity can be turned into opportunity. Hidden Champions in Rising Economies: The Undiscovered Roads To The Future provides practical lessons for policymakers, business leaders, and researchers interested in resilience, innovation, and growth in emerging economies.

Branca, Generoso, Virtual Reality, Real Intentions: Consumers' Evaluation of Product Packaging in Immersive Environments. (International Series in Advanced Management Studies) 118 pp. 2025:11 (Springer, GW) <762-276>
ISBN 978-3-032-10141-9 hard ¥31,544.- (税込) EUR 119.99

This book investigates how consumers evaluate product packaging in Virtual Reality (VR) compared to Physical Reality (PR). It explores whether immersive environments can elicit responses similar to real-world settings, focusing on packaging's structural, haptic, and visual cues. Through a cue-based approach and empirical studies, it assesses consumers' perceptions, attitudes, and intentions, such as perceived sustainability, willingness to pay, purchase intention, and more. The volume bridges packaging design, sustainability, and consumer behavior in immersive environments, offering actionable insights for researchers and professionals in marketing, product development, and digital innovation. It positions VR as a valid tool for packaging evaluation and testing, contributing to both academic discourse and practical applications in prototyping and sustainable design.

Curran, Kathleen / Thompson, Randal Joy / Feng, Jane, The Four Forces: Igniting Emergent Generative Team Leadership in a Complexponential World (Inspired by Nature and the Tao). 276 pp. 2026:4 (Emerald, UK) <762-278>
ISBN 978-1-80592-031-1 paper ¥8,976.- (税込) US$ 40.00

In our rapidly evolving "complexponential" world, where complexity and exponential change intersect, traditional leadership models are failing us. Drawing profound wisdom from nature's patterns and ancient Taoist principles, The Four Forces reveals how emergent generative team leadership can transform teams and organizations. Self-organizing, autonomous teams exercise this team-led leadership close to stakeholders where responsive decisions matter most. At the heart of this revolutionary approach lie four fundamental forces that mirror nature's own organizing principles. When team members align with intent, clear purpose that guides without constraining, they create space for authentic emergence. Through hope, they cultivate resilience and possibility thinking that enables teams to navigate uncertainty with confidence. Care becomes the nurturing force that allows individual talents to flourish while maintaining collective coherence. And love emerges as the binding energy that creates unshakeable connection, trust, and commitment. Perhaps most critically, this book illuminates how relationships become the stabilizing anchor in our turbulent times. Just as ecosystems derive their resilience from interconnected webs of relationship, teams that prioritize authentic human connection find stability amid chaos. These relational foundations do not constrain change, they enable it, creating the psychological safety and mutual trust necessary for true innovation and adaptation. The Four Forces offers leaders a pathway beyond command-and-control toward something far more powerful: the ability to ignite collective intelligence, foster genuine collaboration, and create organizations that thrive in complexity rather than merely survive it. This is leadership that works with life's natural flow rather than against it.

Di Prima, Christian, Leadership in Unconventional Contexts: Navigating Emerging Challenges Across Sectors. (Managing Innovation in Business Strategy, Marketing and Finance) 232 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-279>
ISBN 978-1-80686-494-2 hard ¥23,562.- (税込) US$ 105.00

In a world of accelerating technological progress, environmental pressure, and social change, leadership has become a defining factor for organisational success and human development alike. Today's leaders must not only respond to transformation-they must anticipate it, navigating uncertainty with vision, empathy, and resilience. This challenge transcends traditional boundaries: leadership is no longer the exclusive domain of large corporations but a strategic necessity for small and medium-sized enterprises, family businesses, startups, and sports organisations. This book explores leadership as an evolving social and organisational process rather than a fixed set of traits or techniques. Drawing from academic theory and real-world case studies, it analyses how different leadership models-transformational, situational, and sustainable, among others-interact with motivation, performance, and innovation. It highlights emerging contexts often neglected in leadership literature: amateur sports, where collective values meet competitive logic; motorsport, where technology, ethics, and performance intertwine; and startups, where leadership must balance agility, inclusion, and long-term vision. In doing so, it draws "lessons learned" from these distinctive contexts to offer practical insights and transferable approaches that can inform leadership development across a wide range of organisational settings. Managing Innovation in Business Strategy, Marketing and Finance has a goal of contributing to understanding the role of business innovation from the perspective of three key functional areas: strategy, marketing and finance.

Chakraborty, Tanusree / Singh, Nripendra (eds.), The Immersive Wellness Spectrum: Trends, Technologies, and Transformations. (Advances in Digital Technology and Data-Driven Business Practices) 356 pp. 2026:5 (Emerald, UK) <762-216>
ISBN 978-1-80686-186-6 hard ¥26,928.- (税込) US$ 120.00

In an era where health encompasses not just physicality, immersive wellness has emerged as a multidimensional paradigm, encompassing the mental, emotional, technological, nutritional, organizational, and experiential aspects of well-being. The Immersive Wellness Spectrum: Trends, Technologies, and Transformations brings together an eclectic mix of interdisciplinary insights that explore the evolution and redefinition of wellness through technology, workplace dynamics, sustainability imperatives, and customized interventions. Today, wellness is not just the absence of illness, but rather environments, systems, and experiences structured to empower individuals and institutions for sustenance. Whether it is multisensory HR innovations at work, AI-monitored personalized nutrition, digital detox initiatives, emotionally intelligent education, or sustainable wellness tourism, this volume captures the contemporary narratives in which immersive technologies and human-centric values are melded together. The chapters contributed by academic scholars, industry experts, and wellness practitioners from around the world, areas of discussion include corporate sustainability, mental health, immersive marketing, supply chain innovation, and reform in higher education. In each domain, a chapter presents the transformative force of immersive wellness through conceptual frameworks, case studies, empirical findings, and directions for the future. The Advances in Digital Technology and Data-Driven Business Practices series aims to shed light on the rapid developments, significance, benefits, and practical applications of evolving digital technologies and data-driven decision-making practices in businesses.

Jackwerth-Rice, Thomas, The Praxis of Collaborative Innovation: A Comparison of Six Innovation Projects in the Wind Energy Industry. (Wirtschaftssoziologie und Politische Oekonomie / Economic Sociology and Political Economy 8) 236 S. 2025:6 (Nomos, GW) <762-191>
ISBN 978-3-7560-0112-5 paper ¥15,511.- (税込) EUR 59.00

How do new technologies emerge? This book shows: Not through rigid plans, but through shared social praxis. Using the wind energy sector as an example, the author analyzes how innovation processes are shaped ? or blocked ? by social norms, standards and power constellations. The book systematically analyzes the institutional barriers to collaborative innovation projects and shows that shared working standards are the silent backbone of any successful technology collaboration. The author provides new food for thought for sociologically based innovation management and the management of open innovation. The book is aimed at practitioners, researchers and policy makers alike.

Saenz, Cesar, Social Conflict Resolution in the Extractive Industry: Case studies of Licenses to Operate. (Emerald Points) 172 pp. 2026:3 (Emerald, UK) <762-193>
ISBN 978-1-80592-059-5 hard ¥13,464.- (税込) US$ 60.00

The extractive industry is crucial in this energy transformation age, where the world is concerned about emissions reduction and more sustainable businesses. The extractive industry has two objectives: meeting the rising demand and extracting natural resources in a sustainable way. However, the industry usually deals with community rejection and social conflicts wherever they are, and this dire situation is a barrier for new extractive projects worldwide. Understanding why social conflicts are generated and transformed into shared-value projects is crucial to designing extractive projects that consider the community's concerns and integrate these issues into the final project. In addition, getting and keeping the social license to operate (SLO) is important in the extractive industry, so companies must monitor the SLO during the operation's life cycle to prevent social conflict. That is why it is important to have a way to measure the SLO. This book presents a framework that allows companies to analyze social conflicts and propose better projects to obtain the social license to operate. It also presents a methodology for calculating the SLO that shows how the company-community relationship is going.

Rana, Md. Masud / Kiminami, Lily, Capacity-building, Entrepreneurship Development and Gender Empowerment in Bangladesh: A Mixed Methods Research. (SpringerBriefs in Economics) 87 pp. 2026:1 (Springer, GW) <762-162>
ISBN 978-981-9550-40-1 paper ¥13,141.- (税込) EUR 49.99

This book explores how government-sponsored programs impact the capacity building of resource-poor farming households in the Mymensingh District of Bangladesh, which are marked by poverty, gender inequality, and lack of income-earning opportunities. For this purpose, a mixed-methods research approach was used. Principal component analysis (PCA) and structural equation modeling (SEM) were applied to the results of a questionnaire survey to evaluate capacity-building outcomes of rural farmers. Qualitative analysis such as the Trajectory Equifinality Model (TEM) was employed in the case studies of six local entrepreneurs, three men and three women, to evaluate the effectiveness of a common interest group (CIG) approach to overcome poverty and gender inequality. The analytical results revealed that a mixed-gender CIG consisting of male and female farmers was effective for capacity building along with group leadership, crop diversification, access to seed, and mechanized farming compared with those in a single-gender CIG or among non-CIG farmers. In addition, it was demonstrated that a CIG approach was effective for entrepreneurial development through the formation and mobilization of social capital. Access to finance, workplace culture, and institutional support were the most crucial factors for entrepreneurship development to ensure gender equality and economic empowerment. Research showed that in order to enhance the capacity of resource-poor farmers, the government should pay attention to gender diversity management to minimize existing gaps and to achieve income-generating agriculture through public-private partnerships. In other words, a gender-inclusive entrepreneurial environment is essential to facilitate socio-cultural transformation for sustainable socio-economic development in Bangladesh.

Franck, Oliver, Time Is Money - An Industrial Economic Assessment of the Importance of Time in Economic Analysis. (Mobilitaet - Innovation - Transformation) 145 pp. 2025:11 (Springer Gabler, GW) <762-122>
ISBN 978-3-658-50237-9 paper ¥23,657.- (税込) EUR 89.99

The present book pursues the scientific goal of developing an awareness of system-dynamic models. Considering the time dimension in economic questions is one of the essential deficits that can primarily be observed when neoclassical economic theories are applied. Because of this, the present work attempts to contribute to the field of system dynamics and the temporal modeling of economic questions.