CMA Management articles from October 1999

CMA Management archives from October 1999

Managing the brain trust.(reporting intellectual capital)
October 1, 1999... Managing, measuring and reporting on intellectual capital is becoming recognized as an important management strategy Intellectual capital is a relatively new and enigmatic management concept that attempts to describe the mostly intangible...

To lease or not to lease.(lease management)
October 1, 1999... Lease management is complex. However, complexity opens the door to creative solutions. Successful equipment leasing requires an organization to rethink how it manages its capital equipment so it can benefit the organization both financially and...

Radical changes.(effects of technological innovations on the financial services industry)
October 1, 1999... What does the future hold for the financial services industry? The fight for customers will be a battleground worth watching This is an important year for the financial services industry. Bank mergers are off the table, the MacKay Task...

In the driver's seat.(results of a survey on small business owners)
October 1, 1999... Are you thinking of starting your own business? The results of a recent study show the "risks and rewards" of going it alone Small business owners are the epitome of dedication. They are extremely driven risk-takers and success-seekers....

How to be nimble, how to be quick.(Lucent Technologies' Power Systems)
October 1, 1999... The transition from a captive AT&T supplier to a global competitor has challenged the Financial Organization of Lucent Technologies' Power Systems to reinvent itself as a partner within the corporate organization. The CFO finds itself changing...

The roller coaster of downsizing.(managing a downsized company)
October 1, 1999... Many consulting firms are in the process of downsizing, or looking for alternatives. It can be an emotional roller coaster for staff who sense impending fear, uncertainty and insecurity about their employment. Here is what is driving the change...

Developing trust.(steps to being a successful CEO or management team)
October 1, 1999... CEOs with winning records in the creation of shareholder value are likely to be those who have built and maintained strong trust relationships with their workforce Business magazines, newspapers, and journals are replete with articles...