In this significant new work, Gary Hamel challenges our thinking about management. He argues that the management methods used in most organisations are relics of systems designed over 100 years ago to control and command. They are inappropriate, inadequate and obstructive for knowledge-based 21st century organisations that want to be agile and innovative. He gives detailed case studies of companies that use new and advanced management methods. In particular he describes Whole Foods, W L Gore and Google. He advises that we completely replace conventional systems of management with a much more democratic and empowered environment where people can take responsibility for their own decisions and express their creativity in a trusted community. He gives Web 2.0 as the model for the new world of management – powerful peer networks.
His writing style is excellent – intelligent, articulate and stimulating. His examples are very useful for putting the points into context. The Future of Management will challenge your thinking and ask you some uncomfortable questions. It is highly recommended.
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Paul Sloane
