Solutions: Business Problem Solving

There are some events in life that are inevitable, and the emergence of problems in the workplace is one. Solutions sets out to provide remedies that are accessible, practical, meaningful, and final. Well organized, and referenced to specific operations, this book provides troubleshooting and other assistance, and serves as an encyclopedic reference for answers to organizational problems for managers and practitioners. All the functional activities and operations of organizations are included, so that almost any problem or issue that may occur will be addressed in one or more chapters. Readers will be able to quickly locate, understand and use a specific tool or technique to solve a problem. The different tools available are described, or a single most useful tool indicated. The tool is then explained in depth with an example of how it can be used. The strengths and weaknesses of individual tools are identified and there are suggestions for further help. Solutions is essential for anyone wanting to learn the basics of business problem solving and those who might know the basics but want to expand their understanding.

Dr Eric Bolland is currently Chair of the MBA Division at Midway College, Kentucky, USA. Dr Bolland was formerly adjunct professor at the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Business. He has thirty years private and public sector managerial experience and has authored three books (Future Firms: How America's High Technology Companies Work. Oxford University Press, 1998; Financial Analysis for Credit Union Managers. Kendall-Hunt. 2000; Cost Justifying Automation. Technical Insight-John Wiley. 1989) and over fifty articles in business and economics. Dr Frank Fletcher is currently Chair of the Business Division of Midway College. He has spent more than twenty-five years in teaching and administrative positions at the University of Texas-El Paso, Husson College and the University of Massachusetts-Boston. Dr Fletcher is an independent consultant and staff member for organizations including National Alliance of Business, Gulf + Western Corporation, McGraw-Hill. He is a Certified Professional Fundraiser and Certified Professional Marketer. He has also served on the Board of Examiners for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.