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He is co-editor of several books including the following: Managing Strategically in
an Interconnected World (1998); New Managerial Mindsets: Organizational
Transformation and Strategy Implementation (1998); Dynamic Strategic
Resources: Development, Diffusion, and Integration (1999); Winning Strategies
in a Deconstructing World (John Wiley & Sons, 2000); Handbook of Strategic Management (2001); Strategic Entrepreneurship: Creating a New Integrated
Mindset (2002); ...
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Throughout the text carefully selected examples and highlights help put the ideas presented into context. The text's stunning four color design, illustrative models and figures also helps to focus students attention on the key points.
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Implementing this international growth strategy will challenge Starbucks. The firm
will need to continue wisely using its resources and capabilities as the foundation
for customizing its products to meet local tastes while trying to convince ...
