The New Asia: Business Strategies for the Economic Region That is Shaking Up the World: Business Strategies for the Economic Region That Is Shaking Up the World

by David L. James, Rajeev Merchant

Overview

To help readers better grasp the causes and effects of the ongoing tectonic shift in economic power, this book examines the 16 nations driving the explosive economic growth of Asia. It shows readers how to apply a "Five Factors" analysis to predict which Asian countries and industries will experience the most vibrant economic growth in coming years—and which will present the greatest risks for international businesses. It then goes a step further, offering insights and strategies that will help businesses assess opportunities in Asia and achieve success there in the years ahead.

To help readers make those judgments, this comprehensive, practical resource includes insightful descriptions of the value systems, business practices, customs, and social characteristics of Asia and of individual Asian nations. It also exposes the intra-regional relationships of Asian countries that contribute to, or undermine, their individual economic potential and that of the region as a whole.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781440829109
Publisher:	ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date:	06/25/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	259
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

David James is president of Business Strategies International (BSI Corporation), a consulting and venture development firm in San Francisco, CA.

Rajeev Merchant is the founder of Technoscenti, a business management, technology, and research consultancy and of the Asia Advisory Group specializing in emerging economies.

What People are Saying About This

David Heenan

"A first-rate book for executives eager to understand the economic growth of Asia. Must reading!"

Nicholas C. Hope

"This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the world's most dynamic region. Anyone interested in what is going on in Asia and the disparate circumstances and prospects of its emerging economies will find much of value in its pages."

George Cheung

"An excellent book covering the seismic shift of the world's economic center of gravity to the Pacific. James's and Merchant's analysis is accurate on both the opportunities and challenges, especially for China, which is fast becoming the world's #1 economy. Great reading!"

Nirav Modi

"As economic power and influence shifts to the Asia region, this book gives the lowdown on the opportunities and pitfalls of doing business here. Well-researched and well-written, it's a must-read for executives, investors and professionals to understand the complex political and socio-economic conditions prevailing in the 16 key countries. Nowhere else will you get so much relevant and unbiased information in one place. "

Robert R Locke

"American managers need this book because it stresses how the development factors (collectivism, government activism, and anti-individualist values) behind the rise of the new Asia, contradict traditional explanations for economic dynamism propagated in US management circles. Since the authors do not abandon the American economic and management outlook, the resulting syncretism moves the debate about how the West should cope with the Asian challenge to another plateau. "

Editorial Reviews

"The authors have considerable experience working and consulting in Asia, and they nicely cover the broad region of Asia rather than just China or India, as many volumes do. . . . Useful bibliography of print and electronic resources. Summing Up: Recommended."

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