This book presents the findings of a comparative study on office work culture in Germany and China. Focusing on behavioural and work practices, it explains the cultural influences on local staff's personal behaviour. The book also offers solutions for improving overall productivity, and examines digital work environments in manufacturing and sales organisations. Documenting business practices and cultural traits, as well as typical approaches to conflict situations, it lays the foundations for better global teamwork.

Compares general German work methods with Chinese business practices Focuses on business procedures, organisation, communication and conflicts Develops innovative tools and models for a new work structure

Autorentext

Joanne Huang is Taiwanese and has lived in Germany since 1992. She received her diploma in economics in 1998 and founded her own intercultural consultancy Huang-Jaumann in 2001. She is involved in different projects and works as a consultant for China-specific operations. As an author she publishes numerous essays about Chinese mentality and behaviour patterns.

Inhalt
Seeking Added Value in the Digital Business World.- Intercultural Management as a Powerful Business Tool.- Action Research - an International Comparison of Coutry-Specific Work Methods in Germany and China.- Tools and Exercises.