Handbook of Innovation in the Food and Drink Industry Contributor(s): Rama, Ruth (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1560222980 ISBN-13: 9781560222989 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $209.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2008 Annotation: Filled with extensive reviews, The Handbook of Innovation in the Food and Drink Industry goes beyond the traditional perspectives to explore neglected aspects of technological change in this industry. Leading international specialists discuss economic and managerial aspects of innovation, technological change, new product introduction, and research and development. They examine food quality and society, dynamic innovations, the role of biotechnology, and future challenges in the industry in detail. Providing a well-rounded view the entire industry and where it is heading, the book includes study cases, analyses of large databases and other tools, economic analyses, and crucial survey results. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Food Science - General - Technology & Engineering | Reference |
Dewey: 664 |
LCCN: 2007014140 |
Physical Information: 1.33" H x 6.38" W x 8.79" (1.81 lbs) 440 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Forget the idea that the food and beverage (F&B) industry is low-tech and slow-changing. The Handbook of Innovation in the Food and Drink Industry goes beyond the traditional perspectives by exploring neglected aspects of technological change in this industry. Economic and managerial aspects of innovation, technological change, new product introduction, and research and development are discussed by leading international specialists in the food and drink industry. Food quality and society, dynamic innovations, the role of biotechnology, and future challenges in the industry are examined clearly in detail. Topics include: - Characteristics of production in the F&B firm The Handbook of Innovation in the Food and Drink Industry includes a review of industry literature on innovations, including the most debated topics. Chapters focus on study cases, analyses of large databases and other tools, economic analyses, and crucial survey results. This is a one-of-a-kind text that provides a well-rounded view of the entire industry and where it is heading. The book is carefully referenced and includes tables to clearly present data. |