Organizational culture III: clan organizations for times of upheaval and change (DHL International)

Abstract

Investigates the organization of clans ‐ which have, as their basic community, ideals and clanship (ideology going beyond profit). Posits that clan organizations acknowledge their two‐way responsibilities between individuals and communities. Describes DHL International as a key player in upholding the clan characteristics of an organizational structure and discusses the company in depth, with its Far East background and management structure held as a guiding light for communication, consensus and commitment.

Citation

Kippenberger, T. (1999), "Organizational culture III: clan organizations for times of upheaval and change (DHL International)", The Antidote, Vol. 4 No. 1, pp. 37-39. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000006637