Return On Investment (ROI) Books and Software

FAST ROI Calculator & Bonus Book...$29

by Resource Mgmt. Systems CD-ROM

This is a two-part product set on one CD. First, the FAST ROI is an Excel add-on that instantly calculates the 3 most common ROI metrics (NPV, Payback, and IRR). Second, the bonus book “Help Me! I’m New to ROI” is a no-nonsense introduction to this often confusing topic. The book gives you plain-English explanations, examples and practice exercises; the software calculates the metrics instantly during meetings or in the office.

Available:

TechRepublic

Resource Management Systems

In Action: Measuring Return on Investment, Vol. 3...$49.95

by Patricia Phillips & Jack Phillips 254 pages Paperback

Measuring Return on Investment, Volume 3 presents a variety of approaches to evaluating training and performance improvement programs in HRD. Most of the cases focus on evaluation at the ultimate level-ROI. The emphasis is on training-related return on investment but the principles are broadly applicable.

Available:

American Society for Training & Development

Amazon

Understanding Return on Investment...$39.95

by George T. Friedlob & Franklin J. Plewa 237 pages Paperback

Return on investment (ROI) plays a major role in business, but it can be a difficult concept to grasp. Understanding Return on Investment shows you how to better utilize this essential tool by simplifying and clarifying all its important points.

Available:

Wiley

Amazon