In this book, the world’s foremost experts on pricing integrate theoretical rigor and practical application to present a comprehensive resource that covers all areas of the field. This volume brings t
Building on the original writings of Robert K. Greenleaf, this edited collection provides new insights into servant leadership theory and broadens the conceptual framework with a developmental perspec
This book unfolds the innovative aspects of business management, which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. Business management is the study and administration of principles o
Written by leading authors in the field. Packed with original cases that connect key concepts, this book provides students with core tools and techniques to enable them to design and implement a succe
Innovation management is one of the most important and challenging aspects of modern business. Innovation can be a fundamental driver of competitiveness, but it can also be risky and create uncertaint
Nanotechnology has already begun to revolutionize numerous industries including biomaterials and medicine. Nanomaterials are able to penetrate nanoscale pores of tissues, possess prolonged circulation
Group method of data handling (GMDH) is a typical inductive modeling method built on the principles of self-organization. Since its introduction, inductive modeling has been developed to support compl
A definitive guide to energy systems engineering—thoroughly updated for the latest technologiesThis fully revised book features comprehensive coverage of all types of energy systems, from fossil fuels
This study deals with an underexplored area of the emerging technologies debate: robotics in the healthcare setting. The author explores the role of care and develops a value-sensitive ethical framewo
This practically-focused text presents a hands-on guide to making biometric technology work in real-life scenarios. Extensively revised and updated, this new edition takes a fresh look at what it take
The book addresses issues towards the design and development of Wireless Sensor Network based Smart Home and fusion of Real-Time Data for Wellness Determination of an elderly person living alone in a
With this textbook, Vaisman and Zimanyi deliver excellent coverage of data warehousing and business intelligence technologies ranging from the most basic principles to recent findings and applications
This friendly and assessable textbook will introduces to the core concepts of Marketing Communications Management covering everything from the importance of an integrated marketing communications, whi
This friendly and assessable textbook will introduces to the core concepts of Marketing Communications Management covering everything from the importance of an integrated marketing communications, whi
Written by industry experts, this book aims to provide you with an understanding of how to design and work with wearable sensors. Together these insights provide the first single source of information
The healthcare landscape in the United States is evolving rapidly but has largely ignored EMS, until recently. As the country focuses on cost containment and more appropriate methods to deliver servic
The Group Method of Data Handling (GMDH) is a typical inductive modeling method built on the principles of self-organization. Since its introduction, inductive modeling has been developed and applied
Containing a wealth of real world advice and written from an operational perspective, "Practical Biometrics" examines the many issues raised by the application of biometric technologies to practical s
Can a project be both a success and a failure? You may be hitting your deadlines and keeping within your budget... but if your project isn't meeting your organization's larger strategic goals, it may
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to autonomic computing from a software engineering perspective, supported by a downloadable learning environment and source code, which allows students
Covers the significant embedded computing technologies?highlighting their applications in wireless communication and computing powerAn embedded system is a computer system designed for specific contro
BACKGROUND There is an increasing awareness that 'time to market' is the key competitive issue in the manufacturing industry today. The global markets are demanding products that are well designed, ar
Production volume rendering is a fairly isolated subset of volume rendering, and there is little overlap between it and the other volume rendering contexts. This text presents actively used volume ren
Healthcare sensor networks (HSNs) now offer the possibility to continuously monitor human activity and physiological signals in a mobile environment. Such sensor networks may be able to reduce the str
Whether this is your first vSphere installation or you're a vSphere veteran, Administering vSphere 5: Planning, Implementing, and Troubleshooting will save you effort and time while planning, configur
The open source phenomenon has attracted an increased interest among commercial firms and governments. It is becoming one of the most influential paradigm shifts not only in software development but i
VMware ESXi is the easiest way to get started with virtualization -- and it's free. It allows administrators to consolidate their applications onto fewer servers and start saving money through reduced
This book will serve as a road map for students and junior researchers seeking to successfully design, implement, and publicize the results of clinical research. It covers the basic elements of resea
Early Childhood Curriculum addresses current approaches to curriculum for infants, toddlers and young children. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the curriculum issues that student teachers
When criminal activity is as straightforward as a child’s game of cops and robbers, the role of the police is obvious, but today’s bad guys don’t always wear black. In fact, the most difficult crimina
Network processors are the basic building blocks of today's high-speed, high-demand, quality-oriented communication networks. Designing and implementing network processors requires a new programming p
"Fully updated to cover the latest energy systems and technologies, this in-depth guide emphasizes a portfolio approach in which a range of energy options are employed Energy Systems Engineering Evalu
