TY - BOOK AU - Rajah, Rashimah TI - The Biggest winners are small : : understanding sustainability and future readiness of global small and medium-sized enterprises/ by SN - 9789811293740 U1 - 338.642 RAJ PY - 2024/// CY - New Jersey : PB - World Scientific KW - Small business KW - Sustainable development N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - This book covers, in particular, the concept of 'future readiness' which should be part of any business strategy in today's volatile world, especially for SMEs.'Julia DevosHead, New Champions CommunityWorld Economic ForumIf the past few years have taught us anything, it is that the only thing we can predict about the future is: It is unpredictable. How do businesses -- in particular smaller companies -- ready themselves for this future?This general management book serves as an introductory reading for academics, practitioners, and graduate (MBA) students interested in understanding future readiness and the significance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in driving the global economy and sustainability agenda. Covering topics like societal impact, technology, change management, talent, and leadership, this book highlights unique strategies for SMEs to be more future-ready. Featuring case studies of companies of different sizes from various industries around the globe, this book explores how founders, entrepreneurs, and decision makers of future-ready SMEs achieve long-term financial growth while having a positive impact on stakeholders and society UR - https://www.amazon.com/Biggest-Winners-Small-Understanding-Sustainability/dp/9811293740 ER -