Executive Summary
In 1995 Sealed Air Corporation, a world renowned packaging manufacturer, saw the trend toward globalization and realized that some changes were necessary in order to take advantage of the ever evolving global economy. Sealed Air began expanding in Europe in 1972, international sales have become a major contributor to the total sales of the company. Sealed Air has identified its corporate culture as a major obstacle to tackle on its way to becoming a global firm.
Sealed Air’s culture evolved over time in the United States, and was characterized by open communication, low level of bureaucracy, autonomy, ethical behavior, a divisional structure, and a dedication to customer satisfaction. The uninhibited flow of information was crucial to the success of the company. Workers enjoyed a great deal of autonomy. A strict code of conduct was clearly stated the company’s commitment to having and honest respecting workplace. The“1” card outlined the company priorities......
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