Kaisha, the Japanese Corporation [Hardcover] Abegglen, James C.; Stalk, George

Description

Dust jacket has a cellophane cover. Hardcover is in good condition but is beginning to separate from the spine. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This copy of “Kaisha, the Japanese Corporation” by James C. Abegglen and George Stalk offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of Japanese business culture during the post-war economic boom. Published in 1985, this seminal work provides an in-depth analysis of the unique management practices and organizational structures that propelled Japan’s meteoric rise as an economic superpower. Abegglen, a renowned scholar of Japanese business, and Stalk, a leading management consultant, offer a comprehensive examination of the “kaisha” system, exploring concepts such as lifetime employment, seniority-based promotion, and the intricate web of keiretsu (corporate groups).

Beyond its scholarly merits, this book holds particular significance for collectors and readers interested in the evolution of global business practices. It captures a pivotal moment in Japan’s economic ascendancy, when the country’s corporate giants were challenging Western dominance and redefining the rules of international commerce. The authors’ insights into the unique blend of tradition and innovation that underpinned Japan’s success continue to resonate today, as companies worldwide grapple with the challenges of globalization and cross-cultural management.