Dimitris N. Chorafas Livres

Focusing on the creation of new knowledge, the book examines the dynamic relationship between science and technology, highlighting how progress stems from distinguishing meaningful advancements from static concepts. It emphasizes the importance of continuous skill enhancement for technologists to avoid obsolescence. Through practical examples and case studies, particularly in power production, the text illustrates the interplay between scientific breakthroughs and technological applications. Aimed at students, researchers, and professionals, it addresses critical societal challenges in the field.

The book delves into the intricate relationship between business and politics in Europe, highlighting how this dynamic influences trade and international relations, particularly between continental Europe and the UK, the US, and Russia and Asia. Dr. Chorafas critiques Europe's conflicting objectives and addresses its perceived shortcomings in business practices, offering insights into how these factors shape the economic landscape and diplomatic interactions across the region.

Strategic inflection points present both opportunities and challenges for industries, as highlighted by the banking crisis of 2007-2009. This period revealed critical flaws in risk pricing systems, which not only posed significant dangers but also opened the door for innovation. The need for a new, more accurate risk regime is emphasized as essential for the long-term recovery and strength of the global economy.

Focusing on the evolving landscape of the technology industry, this book addresses the need for professionals to upgrade their knowledge and skills in light of telecommunications deregulation. It explores new technical and business perspectives, including cost and tariff issues, while providing an accessible introduction to the research, development, and implementation of agents. Grounded in extensive research conducted from 1993 to 1996 across the U.S., Europe, and Japan, it offers practical insights through comprehensive examples and case studies.

Focusing on the evolving role of telecommunications networks, the book explores leadership requirements from the perspectives of network operators, equipment manufacturers, software developers, and users. It highlights the significance of multimedia solutions for telephone utilities and end-users. Drawing on extensive research from Europe, the US, and Japan, Dimitris Chorafas identifies emerging application domains, discusses recent breakthroughs, and outlines the necessary systems solutions to effectively harness new technologies.

The book explores the evolution of financial cycles beyond the traditional six to seven-year business cycle, drawing on Nikolai Kondratieff's theory of long waves in economic life. It emphasizes the significance of longer-term financial cycles and the emerging trend of de-globalization, which is reshaping global economic dynamics. The author argues that current economic realities, including rising public debt and banking industry behaviors, necessitate a new analytical framework to address these complexities and risks in the financial landscape.

Focusing on the practical aspects of quality control in engineering, this text offers insights into key topics such as policy implementation and auditing, while intentionally avoiding complex mathematics. It addresses the challenges posed by rapid technological advancements, making it a valuable resource for professionals seeking effective quality management strategies.

Exploring the varied concepts that underpin object-oriented (OO) approaches, this book presents practical coverage of the representation, control and consistency of OO database systems.