A book By RHODES

About Book

Accelerating out of the Great Recession delivers valuable, need-to-know information, including comprehensive, big-picture analysis of the global economic downturn, and practical guidance for how to take advantage during recovery phases. Topics covered include cost management—reducing operating overhead while optimizing working capital; knowing when to “cut the cord” with underperforming businesses; pursuing opportunistic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions; coping with additional government regulation and shifts in consumer behavior; accurately determining signs of recovery; and more.
David Rhodes and Daniel Stelter, senior BCG partners, use case studies of businesses that have that have mastered past economic downturns and emerged as leaders in their respective markets and sectors. The authors also analyze present-day trends and what they say about the shape, size, and prospects of the next recovery.

Key Selling Features

BCG has a long history of publishing bestselling business books – Accellerating ... will receive the full support of the company
Based on the most extensive, up-to-date survey data and company case stories that address present economic conditions
Addresses the needs of forward-thinking business leaders who are focused on emerging victorious as the economy recovers
Includes profiles of the following companies:Wal-Mart, Aldi, Asda, Arcandor, Woolworth, Eddie Bauer, GM, Chrylser, Ford, GE, IBM, Dupont, P&G, Radio Shack, McDonald's, U-Haul, Shin Etsu Chemical, Nitto Dento, Asahi Breweries, Seven-Eleven Japan
Author Information
David Rhodes (London, England) is a senior partner and managing director of the London office of The Boston Consulting Group and the global leader of the Financial Institutions practice.
Daniel Stelter (Berlin, Germany) is a senior partner and managing director of the firm's Berlin office and the global leader of the Corporate Development practice.