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Improve your company's ability to avoid or manage crisesManaging the Unexpected, Third Edition is a thoroughly revised text that offers an updated look at the groundbreaking ideas explored in the first and second editions. Revised to reflect events emblematic of the unique challenges that organizations have faced in recent years, including bank failures, intelligence failures, quality failures, and other organizational misfortunes, often sparked by organizational actions, this critical book focuses on why some organizations are better able to sustain high performance in the face of unanticipated change. High reliability organizations (HROs), including commercial aviation, emergency rooms, aircraft carrier flight operations, and firefighting units, are looked to as models of exceptional organizational preparedness. This essential text explains the development of unexpected events and guides you in improving your organization for more reliable performance.'Expect the unexpected' is a popular mantra for a reason: it's rooted in experience. Since the dawn of civilization, organizations have been rocked by natural disasters, civil unrest, international conflict, and other unexpected crises that impact their ability to function. Understanding how to maintain function when catastrophe strikes is key to keeping your organization afloat. Explore the many different kinds of unexpected events that your organization may face Consider updated case studies and research Discuss how highly reliable organizations are able to maintain control during unexpected events Discover tactics that may bolster your organization's ability to face the unexpected with confidenceManaging the Unexpected, Third Edition offers updated, valuable content to professionals who want to strengthen the preparedness of their organizationsand confidently face unexpected challenges.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Managing the Unexpected'? A: The book focuses on how organizations can improve their ability to avoid or manage crises, particularly during unexpected events.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Managing the Unexpected'? A: The author of the book is Karl E. Weick.
- Q: What edition of 'Managing the Unexpected' is available? A: The available edition is the third edition, published on September 15, 2015.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics, including unexpected events organizations may face, case studies, and strategies employed by high reliability organizations.
- Q: Is 'Managing the Unexpected' suitable for professionals? A: Yes, it is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their organization's preparedness for unexpected challenges.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Managing the Unexpected'? A: The book has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What category does 'Managing the Unexpected' fall under? A: It falls under the category of Decision-Making & Problem Solving.
- Q: What are some examples of high reliability organizations mentioned in the book? A: Examples include commercial aviation, emergency rooms, aircraft carrier flight operations, and firefighting units.
- Q: Can this book help organizations maintain performance during crises? A: Yes, it provides insights and tactics to help organizations sustain high performance in the face of unexpected changes.