Change Management Strategies

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What is a major problem that firms may face when implementing practices in a foreign country?

  • Deregulation
  • Linguistic differences
  • Cultural collision (correct)
  • Economic instability

Why is it essential for global firms to understand the local culture?

  • To comply with local laws
  • To create a diverse workforce
  • To increase revenue
  • To adapt business practices (correct)

In Saudi Arabia, which aspect of culture is likely to impact business operations?

  • Western values
  • Economic policies
  • Language barriers
  • Islamic law (correct)

What can cultural diversity bring to a global firm?

<p>Competitive advantage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many cultures can an individual belong to?

<p>Multiple (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a multinational company consider when establishing an office in Saudi Arabia?

<p>Both market opportunities and cultural challenges (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to reduce resistance to change in an organization?

<p>Make a few demands at a time and phase in others incrementally (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the local culture when implementing change in a foreign market?

<p>Because local opinion leaders can influence the acceptance of change (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can religion impact international business opportunities?

<p>By influencing people's attitudes, customs, and behavior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge posed by the national culture of Saudi Arabia to foreign firms?

<p>Pervasive, theocratic, national culture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 2008 royal decree in Saudi Arabia?

<p>It allowed men and women to mix in the workplace (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way that pop culture can influence global business?

<p>By shaping cultural dimensions and preferences (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is timing important when implementing change in an organization?

<p>Because it can stimulate the acceptance of change during a crisis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Java Lounge an example of in Saudi Arabia?

<p>An upscale restaurant that serves an affluent niche of Saudi consumers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of involving stakeholders in the discussion of proposed changes?

<p>It can help to ease fears of adverse consequences (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major paradox in Saudi Arabia highlighted in the case?

<p>The contrast between legal sanctions and purchasing patterns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key opportunity for foreign firms in Saudi Arabia?

<p>Capitalizing on the contrasts and contradictions in the country (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why have foreign firms had mixed success in Saudi Arabia?

<p>Due to the challenges of adapting to the local culture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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