Chapter 8.3, Problem 4SA8.2

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Two things using the 12 embedding mechanism to improve your level of fit.

Introduction:

Culture-Embedding Mechanisms: There are two main types of Culture-Embedding Mechanisms which have total 12 embedding mechanism as follows:

Primary Embedding Mechanisms:

• Leaders attention, measure, and control
• Leader’s reaction on organizational crises
• How leaders allocate scarce resources
• Leader deliberation in role modeling, teaching, and coaching
• How leaders allocate rewards and status
• How leaders recruit, select, promote, and retire employees.

Secondary Embedding Mechanisms:

• The design and structure of the organization
• The systems and procedures
• The rites and rituals
• Design of physical space, facades, and buildings
• Stories, legends, and myths about people and events.
• Formal statements of organizational philosophy, values, and creed.