Examples of Changes of Japanese Corporate Business Model: Why is KPM Essentially Important Now?

AbstractThe following sections are included:IntroductionKaikaku Efforts Brought Many Success Stories, But Not in a Uniform WaySome Success StoriesToyota MotorCanonSharpMatsushita (Panasonic)Some Notes on Unsuccessful Manufacturing CasesA Note on Some Excellent Firms in the Services IndustryArchitecture Theory and Points for ReconsiderationConcluding RemarksReferences