Transforming the Company: Manage Change, Compete and Win [Paperback]

‘A fantastic opportunity to continue to stay ahead for those who won't consider losing as an option.’ --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

‘Packed with crystal clear, step-by-step practical guidance on how to address the issues...' --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Colin Coulson-Thomas shows that to bridge the gap between rhetoric and reality, business people must make far-reaching decisions about the value to them and their companies of particular theories, past assumptions and traditional approaches. Based on original research, the first edition of this book was ahead of its time and predicted many of the current management trends. The second edition brings the text bang up-to-date for the 21st century. It shows how to turn theory into practice by highlighting the obstacles and barriers that confront companies when trying to bring about change. For management at all levels faced with this task, this thought-provoking book will inspire and enlighten.

"Colin Coulson-Thomas rightly draws attention to the critical role of directors in the achievement of corporate transformation...there is little point creating an excellent strategy which is not implemented."
Peter Morgan, former Director General, Institute of Directors --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Colin Coulson-Thomas was educated at the London School of Economics and at the universities of Aston, Chicago and Southern California. He is Professor of Competitiveness at Luton Business School, Luton University and the National Centre for Competitiveness. He is also Visiting Professor at the Management Development Institute in Delhi. He holds a portfolio of directorships and is Chairman of Adaptation Ltd, ASK Europe plc, Cotoco Ltd and Policy Publications. A counsellor on business development and corporate direction, transformation and learning, he has helped over 50 boards to improve board and corporate performance. Colin is also Chairman of the judges for the e-Business Innovations Awards. He is the author or co-author of over 30 books and reports.