Culture and customs influence the structure and functioning of organizations (Martin & Chaney, 2009). Brazil is one of the leading economic partners of the United States. Managing an organization in Brazil requires strategies attuned to the local culture and customs.
Background of Brazil
Brazil has a democratic political system. Executive and legislative leaders of the federal republic hold office via election. Brazil’s economy is the eight largest in the world. In 2012, the country’s gross domestic product was $2.25 million. (PwC, 2013) Main exports are agricultural products and natural resources. Industrial production has also grown. Primary imports are oil and natural ...