Cisco Case Study: Artifacts, Values, Culture

1. What are the observable artifacts, espoused values, and basic assumptions associated with Cisco's culture? Explain.

2. Use the competing values framework to diagnose Cisco's culture. To what extent does it possess characteristics associated with a clan, adhocracy, market, and hierarchical cultures?

3. Begin by looking up Cisco's Mission or Vision statement on the company's website. Now answer the following question: To what extent is the culture type you identified in question 2 consistent with the accomplishment of this mission or vision? Explain.

4. What techniques for changing organizational culture has Cisco used to form its culture? Discuss.

5. Would you like to work at Cisco? Explain your rationale.