The Future of Business, Interactive Edition

With an emphasis on the Workplace 2000, the third edition of THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS showcases the dramatic changes occurring in the business environment and helps readers understand business trends, anticipate future business conditions, and prepare for successful careers. The three themes of the text include: 1. "Business in the 21st Century" covers current business principles and practices as they occur in today's world; 2. "Capitalizing on Trends in Business" explores new business trends and how they are reshaping today's business landscape and altering tomorrow's competitive environment; and 3. "Applying This Chapter's Topics" speaks directly to the student and present practical suggestions for preparing for the business environment of tomorrow. In addition, new skills development features respond to the growing interest in the SCANS initiative (development of workplace competencies) and requests for a more applied approach to the course.