Inequalities between equals

McKinseys
7S
Framework
Strategy

Structure

Systems

Hofstedes Cultural Distance

Daimler

Chrysler

Chrysler complemented its

products and geographies
providing opportunities for
synergies

Internationalization and
diversification of business; to
subvert threat of takeovers

German dual-tier board

system; Supervisory board gave
the labour unions an eye over
managements activities
(Americans disliked this
supervision)

One management board only;

decision making relatively
more independent

Indulgence

Used to lengthy reports and

extended discussions

Performed little paperwork and

liked to keep their meetings
short

Staff

Respect for authority,

bureaucratic precision, and
centralized decision-making

Egalitarian relations among

staff

Style

Methodical decision-making

Encouraged creativity

Skills
Shared Values

Long Term Orientation

Uncertainty Avoidance

Cost effectiveness and

operational efficiency

83
46

65
62
66

Individualism

Power Distance

68

26

Masculinity

Highly focused on improving

existing business
Luxury car segment; Dont fool
the customer

40

67
40
35

Germany

91

USA