This how-to guide for executives offers advice on creating and customizing EVA at private companies. Executives Stern and Shiely (along with Irwin Ross, a writer) examine the interplay between EVA and corporate strategy and translate EVA's principles into concrete techniques. They outline the three essential components of an EVA program: a measurement system, an incentive system, and a system of financial management. They discuss each component, its relevance to a comprehensive EVA plan, and address how EVA modifies corporate priorities throughout the company. No bibliography. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)