A critical examination of urban policies and management practices used to make cities sustainable. With an international perspective, the book describes urban environmental agendas and how they arose in the context of globalization, urban economic restructuring, and the need to make cities competitive. It argues that the environment became an integral part of city development policy, turning attention not only to physical and ecological issues but also to improving the economic performance of cities and the lives of citizens.

The authors also go beyond the technical issues to...

Aimed at senior executives responsible for shaping and managing the company's strategic direction, this book talks about the strategic dimensions of marketing management and focuses on the critical importance of matching the company's capabilities with genuinely attractive market sectors. It offers a reference for effective marketing practice.