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Abstract:
This paper takes a cultural perspective look at the differences between developed and developing countries in the practice of Operations Research. Utilizing the framework of socio-cultural and work culture dimensions, we shall identify several management behaviours which would be inappropriate in developing countries compared with developed countries. This will be done by examining some common American management practices and analyzing them in cultural terms. Within the context of our framework, the basic assumptions and values underlying these management practices will be identified. This will enable us to look for a match between the practices which have been so analyzed and the value configurations found in developing countries. As a result of this analysis, we shall be able to identify management practices which would be culturally inappropriate in developing countries, as well begin to gain some insight into the cultural aspects of appropriate indigenous management techniques.
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