Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Empirical Analysis of the Status Quo of Global e-Governance: What Determines the Level of e-Governance Across Countries?

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

3. Empirical Development of e-Governance

3.1. Data

3.2. Descriptive Statistics

3.3. Regression Model

4. Discussion

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 2

Adaptability and Risk

Control Criteria in Managing Models of an Enterprise

Abstract

1. Modeling of Structures for Different

Types of Businesses

Example 1: Confectionery Industry

Example 2: UK Local Council

2. Development of Innovative Models of Organizational Structures and Business Management

3. Rationale for the Principles of Parametric Synthesis of Innovative Models of Organizational Structure and the

Management of Innovation

4. Quantitative Modeling of the Organizational Structure of Enterprises and Management Decisions Based on Mathematical Methods

References

Biographical Sketch

Chapter 3

Performance Measurement Systems and Financial Results of Polish Enterprises: Multidimensional Analysis

Abstract

Introduction

Literature Review – Influence of Performance Measurement on Financial Results

Research Method

Survey Characteristics

Empirical Results

Conclusion

References

Biographical Sketch

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Chapter 4

Business Engagement into Economic Development of the Poorest Countries: The Case of Russia

Abstract

Introduction

Overseas Social Responsibility Program Finance

Return on Social Investments and Business Risks Abroad

Russian Business in Developing Countries

General Overview

Investment Climate Matters

The CSR Practicies of the Russian Business Abroad

Financial Sector

Mining Sector

High Technologies Sector

The Manufacturing Sector

Conclusion

References

Biographical Sketch

Chapter 5

Information Technology Development: Does Information Technology Need Inspiration from Swarm Intelligence?

Abstract

Introduction

Barriers in Software Implementation

Swarm Intelligence for Human Society

Diversity in the View of Software Development

Software Development Needs a New Approach

Conclusion

References

Chapter 6

Conflict Resolution Style and Job Satisfaction of Employees in Nursing

Abstract

Introduction

Conflict Resolution in Nursing

Method

Sample and Procedure

Instruments

Data Analysis

Results

Discussion

Study Limitation

Suggestion for Future Research

Conclusion

References

Biographical Sketch

Index

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