Significant historic origins that influenced the team concept in major Japanese companies

Major historical aspects of the Japanese people reinforce their continued inclination to conform to societal norms at the cost of their own individualism. This unique characteristic of their country, often referred to as a need for dependence versus the need for independence, is examined from a hist...

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Published in:Journal of applied business research 1996-10, Vol.12 (4), p.115
Main Authors: Tudor, Thomas R, Trumble, Robert R, George, Gerard
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Community
Corporate culture
Culture
Employment
Groups
History
Hypotheses
Individualism
Management styles
Quality circles
Religion
Society
Sociocultural factors
Studies
Success
Teams
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Summary:Major historical aspects of the Japanese people reinforce their continued inclination to conform to societal norms at the cost of their own individualism. This unique characteristic of their country, often referred to as a need for dependence versus the need for independence, is examined from a historical perspective. Its ramifications on the successful team-based Japanese management style are identified. Four major areas are discussed in relation to the team concept: 1. rice growing activities (100 BC to present), 2. religious influences (500 BC to present), 3. the Tokugawa Period (1600-1867), and 4. the Meiji Period (1868-1911).
ISSN:0892-7626
2157-8834