Business Excellence and Management

16-20

Authors: Ana-Mădălina POTCOVARU

The world in which we live in is changing. And rapidly. The global economic crisis that is our living companion since 2007 might change the world for ever. Our beloved democracies, the US and the European Union, or even Japan are no longer the main economic forces that drive the world’s economy. New countries are rising towards becoming the top economies and most of these are not belonging to the western world, nor are functional democracies. But why is this happening? Why are we losing so fast all our power and influence? Well, one main cause might be that every major civilization develops, peaks, and eventually falls. This article insists on our cultural and demographic topics, which are the main reasons for this downward trend.

29-36

Authors: Cosmin DOBRIN, Ana-Maria STĂNCIUC

The purpose of this article is to study the application of total quality management in the innovation process. This article describes and evaluates concepts and techniques in the field of quality and innovation and identify and symbiosis between these two philosophies

43-60

Authors: Ana-Maria-Viorica MITRACHE, Mădălina-Gabriela NECEA

The fast development of the information and communication technology in the last few years and its impact on the society and the economy are reasons for investigating the issues regarding this sensitive field of activity. Starting with a short history of telecommunications around the world, the article reveals the role of cell phones, radio, and TV in leisure activities, disclosing both their benefits and drawbacks. Furthermore, the study explores the computers and internet, as vital elements in contemporary society. In the end of the article a case study regarding the use of information and communication technology in leisure activities is disclosed.