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The use of models and frameworks works  particularly well; using an abstract concept to make sense of a concrete situation is, after all, the core of business analysis.   This book also recognises the need to understand leadership as a distinct skillset, which is often overlooked within BA functions as many managers are promoted on the basis of technical excellence and may have little help developing their management competence.    Whilst there are lots of ideas included in the book, I was particularly heartened that the importance of organisational context runs strongly throughout; this is not a “one size fits all” instruction manual, but rather a rich source of views and concepts to help BA leaders make the right choices for their own organisations.  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Reading this book will provide everything you need from establishing a new BA service, to continuous improvement of established practices, and how to measure them effectively. A must have for any organisation.' -- Lynda Girvan * Senior Business Analyst and Head of BA Profession, CMC Partnership Consultancy Ltd *\u003cbr\u003e'This is the book BAs have been waiting for. A comprehensive toolkit for the modern BA covering everything from the BA service, through recruitment, performance and standardisation.  This book is suitable for all levels of BA, from those new to the profession, to the most experienced leaders in the industry. Essential reading for any Business Analyst.' -- Sandra Leek * Senior Business Analyst \u0026amp; IIBA UK BA of the Year 2014 *\u003cbr\u003e'Debra and Christina have cleverly crafted this insightful guide to encompass all the facets of a high performing 'Business Analysis' capability by using the wealth of its very own toolkit.  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Whether you’re a BA leader, a BA professional or simply a recipient of Business Analysis services, this book brings overdue clarity on how a high performing, modern day Business Analysis capability should be structured, operated and promoted on a day-to-day basis.' -- Ian Richards * Head of Business Analysis, Capita People Solutions \u0026amp; IIBA UK BA of the Year 2016 *\u003cbr\u003e'It can be a real struggle to set your standards as a team of business analysts in an organisation, this book gives a clear overview of the steps you can take to create a professional and mature business analysis service.' -- Geertje Appel * Business Analyst \u0026amp; Trainer, Le Blanc Advies *\u003cbr\u003e'An important new work further enhancing the Business Analysis discipline. The book brings together the challenges faced in the definition, design and operation of a BA Service, such as where it is situated within an organisation; how to measure its effectiveness; and offers suggestions to address these based on information taken from senior practitioners in the field.   Applying concepts from Service Science to Business Analysis, a service framework is proposed. Alongside an indication of the main beneficiaries of each service and the competencies needed to deliver it, this forms an essential manual for BA leaders setting up a new BA Service or wanting to understand the maturity of their existing practice.' -- Dr Terri Lydiard * Director, Teal Business Solutions Limited *\u003cbr\u003e'This book is a much-needed book for the BA world! It provides everything and more to be able to understand (and where needed) to implement a BA Service. It combines both theories with practical applications, tools and techniques, which provide the reader with so much more than just theory. A must have book for those wanting to expand their knowledge of BA services and the profession.' -- Joanna Soleki * Head of Strategic Portfolio \u0026amp; Business Change, Sheffield Hallam University, \u0026amp; IIBA UK North Vice-Chair *\u003cbr\u003e'Essential reading for BA managers and leaders whether they are wanting to set up or run a BA Service or to develop a team of BAs. This book takes the next step in developing Business Analysis as a profession and will enable managers to build a BA service that adds significant value to their customers and the wider organisation.' -- Dr Katharine Smith * Senior Business Analyst *\u003cbr\u003e'A comprehensive, well-crafted and carefully researched guide for BA managers, packed with practical advice and examples. This is a valuable resource for BA Leaders to frequently return to for helpful nudges whilst navigating changing tasks, environments and practice maturity.' -- Michael Greenhalgh * Head of Business Analysis, British Council *\u003cbr\u003e'Having experience of being part of and leading two BA Services - I can see how valuable this will be to those running a service of any scale.  Whether you’re running a BA Service made up 2 or 200 professionals, whether it’s a new thing or been around for a while, or even if you don’t know you’re running a “BAaaS” – I’m confident you’ll find this an invaluable friend you’ll want to keep coming back to.' -- Jamie Toyne * Head of Business Analysis, Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Introducing the BA Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing the BA Service Framework\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecruiting and Retaining Business Analysts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloping the Business Analysts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnabling the Business Analysts' Performance \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandardising the BA Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplying Software Tools to Support the BA Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeading the Business Analysis Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating the Business Analysis Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivering a Customer-Oriented BA Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fostering a Business Analysis Service Culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving BA Service Quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring the Performance of the BA Service \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"BCS Learning \u0026 Development Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48740982325591,"sku":"9781780174686","price":35.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781780174686.jpg?v=1720056207"},{"product_id":"business-analysis-techniques-123-essential-tools-for-success-9781780175690","title":"Business Analysis Techniques: 123 essential tools","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Analysis has never been more important, and valuable, to organisations as they strive to adapt to an ever-changing and faster-changing environment. This expanded edition of Business Analysis Techniques provides detailed guidance on the range and application of the techniques available to assist business analysts and others in their work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBusiness Analysis Techniques provides a foundation for the effective specification, design and development of digital solutions, solutions that are based on a proper understanding of the real business need and the requirements for solutions to meet them. With 123 of the most widely used techniques covered, this book is an essential resource for any business analyst.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaces a large number of techniques into the context of the Business Analysis Service Framework, providing clear guidance on the applicability and use of 123 of the most-used techniques available in the business analyst’s toolbox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides detailed information on the use of each technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessibly written with worked examples of all of the techniques described\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers practical tips for using and adapting the techniques in the real world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePair it with Business Analysis, also published BCS for even greater insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBusiness Analysts have always had a wealth of techniques at their disposal but how the toolkit has grown! If you are looking to shine as a business analyst you will be well aware of the importance of becoming the master of our rich BA toolkit, know what technique to use for each occasion and how to use it to good effect. This upgrade on a ‘must have’ BA classic extends the toolkit by another 24 techniques! I encourage all BAs to use this book to build their confidence in their own professionalism and be regarded as masters of their BA toolkit. -- Ian Richards, Director, Business Analysis, Capita\u003cbr\u003eI found this new edition to be crammed full of tried, tested and trusted business analysis techniques. Yet again giving the BA more tools for analysis success. Each technique is described in full, with scenarios to bring them to life, along with developed examples. The narrative does not shy away from giving you technique limitations or when to blend techniques together to achieve a better analysis outcome. It’s the BA book I return to again and again. -- Sarah Bullen, Head of Business Analysis, BBC, Technology and Digital Products Group, UK\u003cbr\u003eThe latest version brings even more techniques to bear, extending to areas of user experience, process improvement and testing; helpfully mapped against key project phases. This book is a must have resource for all BAs at any stage of their career. -- Jamie Clouting, Lead Consultant, BAE Systems Applied Intelligence\u003cbr\u003eBeware, this will very quickly become the most thumbed and tabbed book in your collection. For me it’s a must-have companion, especially for brushing up on a technique you’ve not used in a while or to signpost community members seeking advice to a specific page. Also fond of the addition of aligning techniques to the BA Service Framework, which makes it even easier to find new approaches. -- Jamie Toyne, Head of Business Analysis, Ministry of Justice - Digital and Technology\u003cbr\u003eA treasure trove of techniques for every Business Analyst (BA). Essential reading for anyone entering the profession and an excellent refresher for seasoned BAs. All the techniques are laid out in-synch with most project delivery models making it easy to navigate your way through. Each technique is described with some great thoughts on how to use it. Brilliant to see all the available techniques laid out in one place. -- Tazeem Wafa, Principal Business Analyst, Bank of England\u003cbr\u003eThis is THE body of knowledge about business analysis techniques. Comprehensive and comprehensible. The presentation of techniques is encyclopaedic, however the authors explain not only what the technique is and how it works, but why, and in what circumstances, you would use it. The use of examples helps enormously to understand how to apply the techniques. For any business analyst looking to expand his\/her skill set — and I recommend all business analysts should do so — this is the book. -- James Robertson, co-author of 'Mastering the Requirements Process'\u003cbr\u003eGood chefs have their own variations of classic recipes, but a set of standard recipes is the firm basis for any chef. This book offers such a standard. Sometimes a technique is carried out “how we always do it” but having a clear and complete set of the original definitions helps to keep to the right track. If ever in doubt, you can always begin with, or go back to, the techniques as described here! -- Danny Kalkhoven, Le Blanc Advies\u003cbr\u003eMany business analysts still make the mistake of trying to do their job using only a couple of the most basic techniques. Today’s business problems demand that you have far more in your toolkit. This business analysis classic is something every business analyst should have ready to hand when trying to solve a new problem or looking for existing ways to tackle old, intractable ones, and every edition becomes more invaluable. -- Kevin Brennan, Chief Business Architect, Aligned Outcomes \u0026amp; Former EVP at IIBA, led development of BABOK Guide versions 2 and 3\u003cbr\u003eEach new edition of Business Analysis Techniques introduces more ideas and tools than the last. But that doesn’t mean it’s carrying any extra weight. On the contrary, it’s pure unadulterated goodness – just the essentials that you need to know about each technique, whether it’s a very well-known standard or something more obscure. The most comprehensive and useful reference work on the ‘mental furniture’ that a BA needs – I recommend it. -- Nick de Voil, Director, De Voil Consulting\u003cbr\u003eA must have in your bookshelf if you are looking to improve your skills in business analysis. 123 tools that can be used on their own or in combination makes it the perfect reference book for hands-on consultants. -- Peter Gerstbach, Founder \u0026amp; Managing Director, Gerstbach Business Analyse GmbH\u003cbr\u003eThis is the most comprehensive collection of business analyst techniques I’ve come across. The authors have clearly gone to a lot of trouble to balance detail with brevity, and they found just the right balance. The descriptions provide clear direction in the why and how of all the common business analysis techniques and many more. This is a must have resource in the library of every professional business analyst. -- Carl Sudholz, Digital Transformation Consultant and Senior Business Analyst, AGContext® Digital Transformations\u003cbr\u003eIf you need to put together a business analysis toolkit to use in your forthcoming transformation initiative – as an individual BA, or as a BA team – then Business Analysis Techniques is the perfect source to start with. It is THE book to help you widen your perspectives, boost your curiosity and empathy. -- Milena Mileva, Managing Consultant, PMBA\u003cbr\u003eBusiness analysis practitioners need to learn and utilize the various techniques to create value for the business. This book provides a detailed explanation of various techniques that a Business Analyst can apply to the initiatives to add value to the stakeholders. The techniques are categorically defined and easy to understand. Keep learning! -- Deepak Gupta, Principal Consultant, Wipro Technologies, India\u003cbr\u003eSimple, practical \u0026amp; accessible. Each of the tools are articulated \u0026amp; linked in a way that is quick and easy to understand without the need to wade through pages of theory. The concise examples bring to life when \u0026amp; how to use each of the analysis techniques. Whether you are starting out on your business change career, or you are a seasoned professional, this new volume is an essential reference tool for anyone looking to bring discipline \u0026amp; structure to their analysis. -- Christian Hunter, Business Analysis Services Director, Infinity Associates\u003cbr\u003eThe 123 business analysis techniques described in this book are useful for both the seasoned senior business analyst and the less experienced junior business analyst. It is well written, descriptive and provides excellent examples of what, how, why and when to use the appropriate analysis techniques dependent on the task, business need or scenario encountered. I found the book easy to read and I look forward to applying these business analysis techniques into my day-to-day life as a business analyst. -- Allamin Ali, Senior Business Analyst, Welsh Government, United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003eMy original copy is always close to hand. Where else would I find so many techniques all in one place, excellently summarised and  demonstrated? But the icing on the cake is that techniques are now grouped by Business Analysis Service Framework categories. It's a no-brainer tool for supporting my team to provide the best possible BA service and also nicely complements my Delivering Business Analysis handbook. -- Karen Newnham, Head of Business Analysis, DVSA\u003cbr\u003eThis book covers some key elements of business analysis which are often overlooked - the significance of emotional factors in customer journey mapping, stakeholder perspectives, negotiation, and in conflict resolution. Describing concepts like ‘Weltanschauung’, which refers to the fundamental cognitive orientation of an entity encompassing a holistic point of view, allows readers to employ such theories regardless of which sector or industry they work with. If, like me, you believe in exploring the power of psychology for mutually beneficial outcomes at the workplace, this book will help you uncover some true gems. -- Zeinab Shabbir Tinwala, Director \u0026amp; CEO, Starsons International (Pvt) Ltd, Business Architect, Corporate Trainer, Career Coach\u003cbr\u003eI found this book very interesting and exciting; the writing style is captivating, accessible and full of intriguing knowledge. The techniques are introduced simply, yet are very rich, specific and comprehensive. All techniques are articulated and linked to one another, with real-life examples. Overall, it’s a highly practical and easy to understand reference, not only for senior business analysts, but also for beginners. Highly recommended! -- Irene Gweed, Business Analyst Lead, Product Owner \u0026amp; Business Analysis Trainer, Egypt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. 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Anyone and everyone has to pay attention to cybersecurity and there is no one better than Dr. Cole.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eTim Storey, life coach for Oprah\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Eric Cole is my ‘go to’ authority on cybersecurity. Not only is he an expert, he’s an expert explainer, which is invaluable to both businesses and the media. \u003ci\u003eCyber Crisis\u003c\/i\u003e does a top notch job of explaining cybersecurity in a way that anyone can understand. If you want your company or your audience to stay ahead of the hacks, call Eric and read his book. I recommend him without reservation.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJoel Roberts, former host for KABC Radio, Los Angeles\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“An easy read and unbelievably informative and eye opening. Whether you are a parent, business owner, CEO, CFO, governmental official, or an everyday hardworking individual that uses a smartphone or computer, you will learn something and not regret reading this book . . .There is a reason that many of the most powerful and affluent people of the world have Eric's personal cell phone number.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003ePeter Clark, NYPD Lieutenant Commander-Detective Squad (Retired)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Cybersecurity is one of the top threats facing any business or organization. In \u003ci\u003eCyber Crisis\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Cole emphasizes and concisely articulates the importance to every executive of prioritizing this critical threat . . . This book is an essential read for every executive in any industry.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJim Finkelstein, Rear Admiral for the US Navy (Retired)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Cybersecurity is frequently at the forefront of strategy and investment planning and so often the leadership responsible for securing sensitive data has only a superficial understanding of the elements of true cybersecurity. Dr. Cole addresses this problem head-on in his new book, \u003ci\u003eCyber Crisis\u003c\/i\u003e. This book, unlike any I have seen in my career, presents critical issues in a concise and easy to follow manner that most anyone can understand. This is truly required reading for all executives and leaders.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Marshall Manley, former President and CEO of City Investing Company and chairman of Home Insurance Company\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“From hospital executives to practitioners to third-party payers, the responsibility for data security is pervasive. \u003ci\u003eCyber Crisis \u003c\/i\u003eby Dr. Cole plain and simply equips leaders with a working knowledge of cybersecurity and guides them concisely on how to prepare for and manage security threats. This book simplifies a challenging and crucial topic for our industry. It should be a staple read in the medical and associated industries.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Paul M. Zimmerman, MD, founder of Automated Healthcare Solutions and chairman of Gensco Pharma\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A brilliant presentation of a complex topic in a methodical, consumable format that enables nontechnical leadership to rapidly grasp and prepare for cyber threats. This book will be the gold standard for preparing senior leadership to manage this exploding threat.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—William Costlow, president of Performance Marketing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Cybersecurity is one of the top threats facing any business. In \u003ci\u003eCyber Crisis\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Cole emphasizes the importance of not ignoring this critical threat and making it a top priority. Dr. Cole does a great job of taking a very complex topic and making it easy to understand for any business. This book is a must-read for any executive in any business vertical.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Amit Yoran, chairman and CEO of Tenable and former CEO of RSA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Dr. Cole’s brilliant book emphasizes the importance of personal and institutional focus on this critical threat and making it a top priority at work and at home . . . You will find \u003ci\u003eCyber Crisis\u003c\/i\u003e to be a reader-friendly primer on every aspect of cyber threats and should be considered a must-read for any business vertical.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Edward “Sonny” Masso, Rear Admiral for the US Navy (Retired)—Flagship Connection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eContents\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction The Current Reality\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 We Are All Targets\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 We Live in Cyberspace\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 The Hackers Are Here\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Mobile Weaknesses\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Your Life, Hanging in the Cloud\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 They’re in Your Business\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 National Infrastructure Attack\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Cyberspace: A Place with No Borders\u003cbr\u003eChapter 9 Surviving the Cyber Crisis\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue Ten Lessons to Remember\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BenBella Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48742883950935,"sku":"9781950665839","price":19.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781950665839.jpg?v=1720063205"},{"product_id":"three-pillars-of-organization-and-leadership-in-disruptive-times-navigating-your-company-successfully-through-the-21st-century-business-world-9783030232290","title":"Three Pillars of Organization and Leadership in","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book, written by an interdisciplinary team of authors, explores the transformation of organizations in today’s volatile, uncertain, and ambiguous (VUCA) world. It demonstrates the need to manage organizations in a dynamic way, and to revisit and in some cases reinvent working and leadership styles that seemed appropriate during past decades and centuries. In turn, the book puts forward a model based on three distinct pillars of organization and leadership to suit disruptive times: the concepts of 'Sustainable Purpose', 'Travelling Organization', and 'Connecting Resources'. These pillars challenge many of our traditional organizational patterns and meet the need for effective transformative approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout This Book.- Practice Cluster - Leadership \u0026amp; Systems.- Practice Cluster - Projects \u0026amp; Interventions.- Practice Cluster - Humans \u0026amp; Enterprises.- Practice Cluster - Talents \u0026amp; Capacibilites.- Conclusion. 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Part 1 examines the confluence of globalization and technology from the first Industrial Revolution to the current Fourth Industrial Revolution. Part 2 introduces strategic and analytical metrics and models that are crucial to managerial decision-making. Part 3 discusses the basics of cybersecurity and combating cyber-threats to protect organization and its stakeholders. Part 4 focuses on sustainable operations, global projects, and digital transformation in a technology-centric, globalized world.  \u003cp\u003eThe book will help students learn how to navigate business aspects of globalization and technology in the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR). For instructors, the learning objectives and discussion questions help guide students in grasping the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction.- Section I. Understanding the Emerging 4IR World  .- Chapter 1. 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The book intends to expand the so far national view on the aspects of digital work (e.g. like in Ernst Hartmann’s immensely successful work “Zukunft der Arbeit in Industrie 4.0”) into an international context – thus showing not only common challenges, but also offering suggestions, best practice examples or thoughts from different global regions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction: Global Issues of Work and Work Systems Design.-Measuring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics on the Workplace.- Digital Work in Smart Production Systems – Changes and Challenges in Manufacturing Planning and Operations.- Scenario-based Foresight.- Human-Machine-Interaction in Innovative Work. 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The Future of Work is a projection of how work, working, workers and the workplace will evolve in the years ahead from the perspective of different actors in society, influenced by technological, socio-economic, political, and demographic changes.\u003c\/p\u003eThis open access book is a timely exploration of some of the challenges and prospects for the future of work from two main perspectives: how work is changing and how to prepare for work in the future. An evidence-based assessment of these topics offers some critical perspectives that challenge old assumptions and opens up emerging trends and possibilities for work in the future. 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It   establishes and summarises the themes to be addressed in the remainder of the   book.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eProf Edel Conway, Dr   Lisa van der Werff \u003c\/p\u003e   (Dublin City   University)\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One: The Challenges   and Prospects for the Future of Work and Jobs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 – Disrupted or Enhanced? The impact of   new ways of working on individual and organizational well-being\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eThe   COVID-19 pandemic has represented a catalyst for new ways of working.  This has opened a wide range opportunities   such as remote, hybrid, co-working, flexible working and work from anywhere   (WFA) approaches.  This chapter will   consider the range of opportunities and challenges for both workers and   organisations in terms of well-being and performance that are created by   these new ways of working. \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eProf   Kathy Monks, Prof Yseult Freeney and Prof Edel Conway (Dublin City   University)\u003c\/p\u003e             Chapter 3 – Theorizing the Future of Work in Professional Services: An   Institutional Perspective\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eThis chapter will use a   theoretical lens framed in institutional theory to better understand the   challenges facing professional services, specifically accounting, law and   architecture from digital technologies and specifically machine learning and   artificial intelligence. This theoretical exploration will provide a basis   for re-imagining the future of work in these professions in the context of digital   trends.\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eDr   Brid Murphy and Dr Orla Feeney (Dublin City University)\u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 –  Algorithms, Apps \u0026amp; Uncertainty: Navigating   Work in the Gig Economy\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eAlthough some critics consider gig working as   simply the latest development in non-standard labour arrangements, its most   novel and distinguishing feature, ‘algorithmic management’, disrupts and   challenges the most enduring contours of work and people management. This   chapter traces the role of digitalisation in creating the gig economy by   exploring how algorithmic technologies have replaced human managers in this   novel, yet heavily fragmented working arrangement. \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eDr James Duggan and Dr Stefan   Jooss (University College Cork)\u003c\/p\u003e             Chapter 5 – Trust juggling   effects of datafication of work: Where are we at and where do we go?\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eDatafication   of work fundamentally changes the processes underlying workplace   relationships. Our chapter takes perspective of both the technology and human   on how datafication helps and hinders trust and collaboration in the   workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eDr   Xuchang Zheng (Dublin City University),\u003c\/p\u003e   Dr   Simon Schafheitle (University of St Gallen)\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eLisa   van der Werff (Dublin City University), \u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart   Two: Looking to the Future\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 – Leadership in digital workplaces\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eThis   chapter will provide an overview of research (its intellectual structure\/past   and current trends using bibliometrics) at the intersection of leadership and   future of work. It will propose an integrative framework and future outlooks   for research and practice. \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eProf   Matej Černe, Amadeja Lamovšek (University of Ljubliana), Prof Irina Nikolova,   Prof Sut I Wong\u003ci\u003e\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e(BI Norwegian Business School)\u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 – Diversity   and Inclusion in the future of work\u003c\/p\u003e         This chapter will present an overview of extant   knowledge about diversity and inclusion at work, with a specific focus on   age, gender and race. The chapter will discuss these issues by first explicating   how demographic, economic, social, and technological projections will impact   the workplace and, second, by examining what specific interventions may   promote real change, beyond the rhetoric, toward a more diverse and inclusive   future of work.  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eDr Jean McCarthy   (University of Limerick), Prof Janine Bosak (Dublin City University), Prof   Emma Parry (Cranfield University) and Prof Jeanette Cleveland (Colorado State   University)\u003c\/p\u003e             Chapter 8 – Education   and skills for the future of work\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e         The   chapter will explore a macro-level emphasis on skills required for the future   of work as detailed by global policy reports. Specifically, it will explore   how these both impact on, and can be fostered\/co-created, through education.  Our focus is purposefully on skills for the   future (not of the future) and on futures (plural). A key underpinning to our   argument is the need for a narrative that moves away from an economic focus   on skill development to a broader holistic view of human centered development.   This is also reflected in the increase realization by organizations that   human capital development (HCD) in FoW is linked to positive societal impacts.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eDr   Shirley Davey (Ulster University), Prof Brian Harney (Dublin City University)   \u003c\/p\u003e             Chapter 9 -  Learning and Development\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eThis   chapter draws on the principles of congruence and adaptation in open systems   theory to discuss the future of organizational learning and development and   argue where the emphasis should be placed. We argue that the emphasis needs   to be on learning and development processes at the individual level which are   more learner-driven, informal, continuous and social; a focus on knowledge   pull as opposed to knowledge push. In tandem at the organizational level this   emphasis needs to position the learning and development function as focusing   on processes to enable an environment for learner-driven learning and to   focus on why and where and how learning enables a fluid business strategy as   opposed to driving learning for learning sake. \u003c\/p\u003e         Prof   Claire Gubbins (Dublin City University), Prof Thomas Garavan (University   College Cork)\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e             \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 – Ethics in the   Future of Work\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp\u003eA general   misunderstanding regarding the essence of the ethical analysis lead to a   misconception of ethics as a set of principles that need to be integrated in   the way machines are designed. 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