zaterdag 20 november 2010

The consequences of “cross cultural globalization”.

 Cross cultural negotiations are a hot topic in a world of booming globalization, because a rising number of people are employed by multinationals  and outsourcing becomes more popular than ever in times of economic crisis. Is this a good thing?
On one hand, we get closer to other cultures. On the other hand, globalization includes capitalism, which means that the gap between rich and poor will become bigger.  Can you accept the fact that a company established in Belgium decides to stop their production here in order to restart in China, where it’s possible to produce at lower costs? Will you still negotiate with these more attractive countries, when you realize your job can be in danger?  
Moreover, I belief it is advisable to remind the importance of corporate culture.  I am convinced that a company won’t work when the ideas and beliefs shared by the shareholders aren’t the same anymore.  Finally, culture also contains national background, religion and ethnic. Do you think you are still talking about the company you remember?
Ken Merckaert

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