In his latest paper, Dr. Andre A. de Waal, the academic director at the Center for Organizational Performance based in the Netherlands, presents a framework to analyze the similar characteristics and factors of High Performance Organisations (HPO). The study conducted, The characteristics of a High Performance Organisation, was based on a systematic review of the literature, through the analysis of 290 selected studies, these being summarized by three researchers.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) haveparticular characteristics (such as limited resources, strong personal influence of the owner-manager etc.) that make the management of their operations and strategy different from those of large corporations. Oftentimes strategy is not that well-articulated, processes are not that configured and there are not so many standards and management procedures.
A recent post, ‘Social and Financial Performance of Microfinance Institutions‘, outlined that Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) are strongly associated with a social mission, therefore MFIs performance focuses both on social impact and financial outcomes (smartKPIs.com, 2010).
The most prestigious awards in the global banking industry – the Euromoney Awards for Excellence – have reached their 19th edition, announcing the winners for the year 2010.
The latest IBM 2010 – Global CFO study, based on input from more than 1,900 Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and senior Finance leaders worldwide brings new and valuable insights regarding the financial effectiveness and performance of organizations.
