Incorporating International Dimensions in Management Theory Building
论证行业特征（竞争环境、客户要求、社会期望）会强烈影响企业文化，同行业公司共享某些生存所需的文化要素，并讨论了行业影响对文化变革的启示。
This article develops the argument that organizational or corporate culture is strongly influenced by the characteristics of the industry in which the company operates. Thus, companies within an industry share certain cultural elements that are required for survival. The article identifies three classes of industry variables that have the potential for creating industry-driven cultural elements: competitive environment, customer requirements, and societal expectations. The article also discusses implications of the industry influences on the potential for culture change.