Germany

BALK

Challenges for U.S. company in Germany Cultural Labor Laws Market

Overview: Germany

Low Power Distance Highly Individualistic Masculine Uncertainty Avoidant Short-term Orientation

Culture

Challenge to authority, expertise Direct, honest, communication Detailed planning and direction

Cultural Issues

No employment “at will” Regulated work week Time out of office Parental leave Mass layoffs require government approval

Labor Laws

Performance issues are unresolved Resources unavailable during “off hours” Resources out of office for long stretches of time

Labor Issues

Gender Inequality