1. Using the values listed in Table 16.1, describe the culture of Wegmans. We have listed 54...
Question:
1. Using the values listed in Table 16.1, describe the culture of Wegmans.
We have listed 54 values below. These are divided into two groups of 27 each. Select four values in the YOU ARE group and four values from the YOUR COMPANY group that you desire. Place these in your top eight choices. Next, take four values that are least descriptive of you and four values that are least descriptive of your company and place these in your bottom eight choices. Is there a match?
We have listed 54 values below. These are divided into two groups of 27 each. Select four values in the YOU ARE group and four values from the YOUR COMPANY group that you desire. Place these in your top eight choices. Next, take four values that are least descriptive of you and four values that are least descriptive of your company and place these in your bottom eight choices. Is there a match?
2. What is the primary source of Wegmans’ culture? How has Wegmans been able to sustain the culture? Go to www.wegmans.com and search under “About Us.”
3. What are some threats to sustaining Wegmans’ culture? How can these be overcome?
MINI CASE
| Wegmans, which has been named one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to work for in 2009, is highly respected as a tough competitor in the supermarket industry in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland. Known for its gourmet cooking classes and extensive employee-training programs, Wegmans operates 70 stores in these states and has sales exceeding $4.5 billion annually. Founded in 1916, Wegmans is still owned and operated by the family of the founder, John Wegman. |
Step by Step Answer:
1 A clear guiding philosophy Wegmans is successful because of its values The stores immediate focus on fine foods quickly separated it from others grocers A unitary culture throughout the organization ...View the full answer
