July 2007 Chautauqua
July 15-31, 2007: Glenda Eoyang on Coping with Chaos: Seven Simple Tools
Are you faced with rapid change, unexpected consequences, and unpleasant surprises? You are not alone. In these times of massive interdependence, economic disruption, technological transformation, and globalization, traditional tools and techniques often magnify or mask problems rather than solving them. Coping with Chaos: Seven Simple Tools is a down-to-earth, practical introduction to human systems dynamics—where complexity science meets organizational practice. These simple ideas are far from simplistic! You can use insights from Coping with Chaos to:
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Upcoming Chautauquas:
August 2007: Chautauqua takes the month off for a site redesign.
June 2007 Chautauqua
June 15-30, 2007: Howard Greenfield on IPTV and Internet Video: Expanding the Reach of Television Broadcasting
 | IPTV and Internet Video clearly explains and demystifies the functions, markets, and future impact of this exploding technology. This book contains an overview of hardware, software, and Internet technologies, case studies, and covers a range of products and services. It is a guide to help leaders master the key trends and drivers transforming the world of broadcast television and the Web. Each piece of the puzzle is discussed in detail, from head ends, Web portals and VOD servers through advanced IP networks, DSLAMs and xDSL lines to viewers' set-top boxes and multimedia PCs. You'll get a working knowledge of IPTV, enabling both non-technical and technical professionals to accurately analyze the emerging technology and business opportunities. Written by two leading digital media experts with, each with 25 years technology development experience and global insight, this book also looks ahead to IPTV's rapid deployment and future growth. |
Upcoming Chautauquas:
July 2007: Glenda Eoyang on Coping with Chaos: Seven Simple Tools
May 2007 Chautauqua
May 15-31, 2007: Chautauqua on Business Books
 | Business books are a unique breed. We've welcomed several business book authors here at Chautauqua and new books on improving your work life come out all the time. Join us to take a look at what previous guests have offered, what's new out there, and answer the question, "Are business books useless?" |