{"product_id":"on-a-clear-day-you-can-see-general-motors-by-patrick-j-wright-rare-books","title":"On a Clear Day You Can See General Motors by Patrick J. Wright [rare books]","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"391\" class=\"\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a Clear Day You Can See General Motors is a 1979 book by J. Patrick Wright, based on an authorized account by John Z. DeLorean, a former General Motors (GM) executive. The title is a play on words, referencing the transparency of GM's operations and the clarity with which DeLorean viewed the company's inner workings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"546\" class=\"\"\u003eThe book offers an insider's perspective on GM during the 1960s and early 1970s, focusing on DeLorean's experiences and observations. Key themes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"720\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"720\" class=\"\"\u003eManagement Inefficiencies: DeLorean critiques GM's hierarchical structure, highlighting how the company's size and bureaucracy hindered innovation and responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"889\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"889\" class=\"\"\u003eProduct Development Challenges: The book discusses the difficulties in introducing new models, such as the Chevrolet Vega, and the internal resistance to change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1049\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1049\" class=\"\"\u003eCorporate Culture: DeLorean reflects on the company's culture, emphasizing the lack of accountability and the prevalence of groupthink among executives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1234\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1234\" class=\"\"\u003ePersonal Struggles: The narrative delves into DeLorean's personal challenges within GM, including conflicts with other executives and his eventual decision to leave the company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1264\" class=\"\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1551\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eJ. Patrick Wright\u003c\/strong\u003e is an American author and journalist known for his work in business and automotive literature. He collaborated with John Z. DeLorean to produce this book, which provides a candid look at one of America's largest corporations during a period of significant change.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46307675603201,"sku":"346X3SXS1-Used","price":450.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/000..jpg?v=1747640810","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/on-a-clear-day-you-can-see-general-motors-by-patrick-j-wright-rare-books","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}