Fundamentals of Global Operations Management

Fundamentals of Global Operations Management, Second Edition provides an overview of the fundamentals of an organisation's operations functions for employees working in any corporate environment. This book provides a view of the fundamentals of operations functions and management and is suitable for people working in any organisation in the financial markets. Key issues affecting the industry are discussed and explained, such as operational risk management, traditional and new market environments, mergers, alliances, and integration across clearing and settlement. The author also explores how globalisation and straight-through processing are presenting new challenges in operations management and the changing regulatory environment. The book offers views and advice on a broad range of subjects and encourages further research by the reader through suggested work sessions. It is ideal for anyone new to or aspiring to become a supervisor or manager. Contents include: Operations management Markets Banking, broking and institutional investors Concepts of risk Clearing and settlement Custody Technology Regulation and compliance Client services Operations in the future Fundamentals of Global Operations Management, 2nd Edition provides an overview of the fundamentals of the operations functions and is suitable for people working in any organization in the financial markets. Key issues affecting the industry are covered, such as operational risk management, traditional and new market environments, mergers and alliances, and integration across clearing and settlement. It also looks at how globalisation is presenting new challenges in operations and the new regulatory environment. David Loader takes the reader through the many issues that are important in a management or supervisory role in a practical rather than theoretical way. The new edition features updated regulations and examples.