IBM

THEORY

• Hofstede cultural dimension theory
• Individualism vs collectivism
• Teamwork

IBM CULTURE

• Share knowledge and skills
• Shift of location
• Open up to emerging market

CHALLENGES ADDRESSED

• Communication barriers
• Team efficiency
• Needs good leader
• Exchange diverse background
• Emerging markets

FUTURE ISSUES

• Generation Y and Z
• Low barriers in languages
• Higher turnover rate
• Work life balance

Democratic leadership style

REFERENCES

• Mind, 2015, Leadership styles: Choosing the right approach for the situation. Available at: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_84.htm (Accessed: 25 November 2015).