Continuing the tradition of the previous edition, Strategic Management in Action, 2e integrates the most current strategic management theories and practices in an engaging and exciting format. Features: a.Comprehensive cases at the end of the text including companies such as Amazon.com, Levi-Strauss, and Starbucks; b. "Strategic Management in an E-Business World" boxes in every chapter explore e-business concepts and how decision makers are dealing with the dynamic changes taking place in that area; c. "Strategic Management-The Global Perspective" boxes in each chapter emphasize the international scope of todays business environment and examples from companies around the world; d. "The Grey Zone" asks students to think about the ethical implications inherent in strategic decision making; e. A Companion Web site-Gives students access to online study guides, Internet resources, and related exercises.