Diversity transcends different backgrounds and experiences, which are essential pillars on which strong organisations stand. But according to Stanford University sociologist Jesper Sorensen, strong cultures survive during times of stability but are shaken in times of turmoil. DIGITAL REVOLUTIONAt the start of the digital revolution, Polaroid’s Chief Executive had a management team that generally held the same views as his. Oblivious of the fact that time for filmless digital cameras had come, they held on to the belief that Polaroid’s survival depended on better analogue cameras. Here is my point: To withstand tech-turbulent times, organisations should not be opposed to authentic differing opinions.

Source: Daily Nation March 07, 2020 21:33 UTC