This article discusses three book reviews published in Business Standard. The first review looks at the book “Japanese Management, Indian Resistance – The Struggles of the Maruti Suzuki Workers” by Anjali Deshpande and Nandita Haksar. It focuses on the 2012 dispute between Maruti Suzuki workers and management that resulted in a fire and the death of a manager. The review notes that the book provides a detailed account of the event from the perspective of the workers, who were subsequently terminated and arrested. The book also highlights the role of Japanese management practices in the dispute.
The second review covers “Crash Landing: The Inside Story of How the World’s Biggest Companies Survived an Economy on the Brink” by Liz Hoffman. This book examines how large US corporations, such as AirBnB, Ford Motors, and Delta Airlines, navigated the Covid-19 pandemic with government support. The review notes that the book provides insight into how CEOs responded to an unprecedented crisis and the impact it had on their plans.
The third review looks at “The Ransomware Hunting Team” by Renee Dudley and Daniel Golden, which explores the increase in ransomware attacks during the pandemic. The review notes that ransomware has affected individuals and organizations of all sizes, and that the book describes the efforts of a team of individuals who track down malware.
Overall, the reviews highlight the importance of understanding the impact of management practices, government support, and technological threats on businesses and society.
