Q As a team of expatriates is preparing to leave for a business assignment abroad, management is preparing an analysis to equip the team with the cultural knowledge for the endeavor. Your managerial analysis will include research, insight, and tools to address your team’s needs in the designated region. Management should address, but is not limited to, the following elements in the presentation. Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed: Regional Cultural Analysis I. Communication: a) What verbal and nonverbal elements of communication define the chosen region? b) How do these elements impact business within the region and with outside trading partners? c) What conflicts arise because of communication differences, and how can these issues be avoided? d) Consider what leadership skills, management process, and/or technology can be used to facilitate communication in the selected region. II. Religion: a) What role does religion play in the chosen country? b) Does it significantly impact business or behavior of employees? c) How can a company teach religious sensitivity to its employees, and what precautions can a company take to protect against risks that are related to religious factors? III. Customs/Values: a) What are the values of the region (ethical standards, rules of behavior, attitudes, etc.)? b) How do these impact specific customs of the region? c) Are there any business customs that should specifically be highlighted for a proper understanding of the country? d) What should managers do to prepare or train employees on the customs and values of the region? IV. Etiquette, Negotiations, Business Interactions: a) As business etiquette can have a significant impact on business relationships and business deals, outline examples of etiquette that is prominent in the chosen region. b) Pay particular attention to negotiations and the proper approach to business deals within your outlined region. V. Role of Politics: The political environment of a region can be a major deterrent or advantage for outside business. a) What is the political atmosphere in the region? Be sure to consider historical political elements in your assessment. b) What role does this atmosphere play in the current culture? c) What trade agreements and government regulations impact business in this region? d) Outline political risks for the country and ways for the company to mitigate these risks. VI. Technology Innovations to Prepare Management: a) What technology innovations can be used to prepare management in your selected region? b) Advocate for specific innovation that will facilitate communication in the selected region Regional Cultural Analysis