Ian I. Mitroff Boeken

Discusses how and why organizations and special interest groups of all kinds attempt to solve the wrong problems with intricate solutions.

The recent data controversy with Facebook highlights that the tech industry as a whole was utterly unprepared for the backlash it faced as a result of its business model of selling user data to third parties.

Focusing on crisis management, the book examines how organizations can embody social responsibility, particularly in the context of recent global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and tech regulation. Utilizing the Myers-Briggs Personality Typology and the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Framework, it critically analyzes various arguments surrounding these issues. Dr. Mitroff emphasizes the need for accountability among individuals and organizations, urging a collective commitment to global citizenship and shared responsibilities.

Focusing on leadership during unprecedented crises, this book explores the COVID-19 pandemic through the lenses of psychodynamics and crisis management within complex systems. It highlights the necessity for leaders to adapt their thinking and actions to effectively navigate and mitigate future crises. By examining both the advantages and challenges of leadership in such turbulent times, it offers insights into improving crisis response strategies.

Exploring the philosophical relationship between sustainability and spirituality, this book highlights ethics as a crucial balancing force. It presents a fresh perspective on traditional social and economic dilemmas, offering alternative approaches to development. Topics include sustainable development, human happiness, contemporary spirituality, and corporate social responsibility. Featuring real-world case studies and discussion questions, it encourages self-reflection and fosters academic and business discussions on the interconnectedness of these vital themes.

Technology has made human lives incomparably better. This open access book applies proactive crisis management to the management of technology organizations to make them more sustainable and socially responsible for the betterment of humankind.