In the second half of the twentieth century and the beginning of this we have witnessed profound technological, social and political changes. There has been spectacular progress in all scientific and human disciplines, and these changes have introduced new paradigms that have led to new business models and new ways of administering and managing organizations.

The impact of these changes in our business environment is getting faster and, in this situation, we must react and make decisions that anticipate the changing needs of the company. Innovative decisions should not only aim at improving the level of the enterprise, but should consider the totality of the business.... [-]