The Success Of 7-Eleven Japan

When analyzing 7-Eleven Japan’s advanced and innovative management style, the authors of this book highlight the existence of the “integrated information system”. This is because of the key role it plays not only in forming this firm’s corporate strategy but also in developing its functional strategies for logistic support, merchandising and store operations. The authors explore the integrated information system, a symbol of the competitiveness of 7-Eleven Japan.Contents: The “Information Industry” Converting the “Change” into a “Chance”; The Birth of “Item-by-Item Management” and the Integrated Information System; Secrets of 7-Eleven Japan’s Excellent Ability in New Product Development; The Innovative Distribution System of 7-Eleven Japan; Analyzing the Robustness of 7-Eleven Japan According to Personality and Organization; Any Blind Spots in 7-Eleven Japan’s Strategy?; The Fifth Integrated Information System Connecting Chain Stores Utilizing Satellite Communications; The Convenience Store Industry Changing with the Times; Progress in the Unification of the Retail and Banking Sectors.Readership: Students and professionals interested in management and business topics as well as lay people.