Does vision and mission emerge from the particular culture of the firm or is it dictated by strategy

Does vision and mission emerge from the particular culture of a firm or is it dictated by strategy? The culture of a firm and the formation of strategy are two very important aspects of an organisation. The world contains many different people all with different values, ideas and beliefs. These differences create a diverse range of cultures within organisations, some having bigger influences than others. Strategies within organisations are highly dynamic and complex, and can …

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