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NAME- KASHISH SHARMA STUDENT ID- 239674640 PROFESSOR- CHARLES CREPPY PMAL 302- ORGANIZATION THEORY AND DESIGN

Walmart, established in 1962, is a global retailer headquartered in the United States. Walmart has grown to become a few of the globe's biggest and most prominent marketers, operating in over twenty-five nations and offering an extensive variety of merchandise such as goods, fashion, and gadgets. Known for its cost-effective approach, the corporation has received favorable reviews as well as negative ones for its influence on regional economies and labor abuses. Walmart maintains its edge over competitors by constantly evolving through technical advancements such as internet shopping efforts. Although being successful in its homeland, the corporation has faced difficulty in various foreign markets, including a significant exit from Germany in the year 2006 (Britannica, 2024). Walmart encountered various hurdles as it entered the German market. One key error was a failure to comprehend and cope with German culture. The corporation failed to adequately emphasize local tastes, which caused a gap with customers. Furthermore, Walmart's competitive pricing policy, which had proven effective in the United States, failed to appeal to German customers, who prefer reliability above inexpensive prices. The leadership of the organization was also criticized for instituting methods that were viewed as discriminatory, such as pushing staff to participate in unusual tasks. Furthermore, Walmart struggled to manage the complex environment of German labor associations, exhibiting a shortage of familiarity and compliance with local employment norms, which contributed to its inevitable exit from the German market in the year 2006 (Reasearchgate, n. d). To strengthen its outreach towards the German market, Walmart could have prioritized extensive consumer analysis and awareness of culture. For starters, doing a comprehensive

market study could have given Walmart a better understanding of German buying habits, choices, and demands. Recognizing regional customs is vital for designing services, goods, and advertising methods to appeal to German consumers. Furthermore, conducting a complete evaluation of rivals might have assisted Walmart in identifying successful pricing tactics that are consistent with the regional market characteristics. Furthermore, establishing multilingual instruction for workers could have resulted in a greater number of culturally competent and adaptive staff. Emphasizing superior service and quality, as well as affordable rates, might have helped Walmart represent itself as a company that upholds and fits with German traditions. Finally, a more considered as well as cultural aware methodology might have boosted the possibility of succeeding on the German market (Reasearchgate, n. d). Accomplishment in your own nation does not ensure success elsewhere, emphasizing the importance of adaptation. Businesses that want to develop worldwide have to welcome transformation and recognize that every sector has its own cultural, legislative, and customer trends. Being adaptable and flexible to changes in product offers, advertising approaches, and operational techniques are critical. Failure to make adjustments might result in substantial obstacles, such as economic distress and bankruptcy. A preventive strategy that prioritizes regional circumstances, client needs, and industry specifics is critical for long-term achievement and durability while growing abroad (Reasearchgate, n. d). References- Encyclopaedia Britannica, inc. (2024, January 29). Walmart . Encyclopaedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Walmart Researchgate. (n.d.). Why-walmart-failed-in-germany-an-analysis-in- ... https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ismail-Nizam/publication/316790636_Why_Wal mart_Failed_in_Germany_An_Analysis_in_the_Perspective_of_Organizational_Behav

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