Chinas civilization has been able to survive thousands of years because of their focus on unity. China was able to remain united even though they were one of the empires that ruled the most land. The one-party system fits naturally for Chinese political culture as imperial China had just one emperor to govern. There have been many political discussions on what China has to implement in order to grow, including having a democracy. Companies alike need to focus on how they are going to survive in the long run.

The western world views democracy as the best system for governments as well as companies. However, a premature democracy can be dangerous as it sacrifices long-term economic progress for short-term political freedom. This wouldnt bring the most good for the greatest number of people and can possibly stagger progress. A company that has democratic systems result in their resources used for personal interests rather than the interest of the whole company. Can companies run like democracies? Or do companies operate better with no structure?

A flat structure or democratic system might work for smaller startup companies, but as the company grows with more projects, employees, and revenue, a hierarchical structure will be necessary. Having a hierarchical structure will make the company more mechanistic and those who are near the top will have more power and influence than those on the bottom. Many see these autocratic systems negatively, but they allow for companies to demonstrate adaptability, meritocracy, and legitimacy.

Meritocracy played a key role in businesses. Microsofts new CEO.

Companies must be able to adapt in order to stay competitive. Today, GE is the oldest component from the 19th century that exists in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. G.E.s hierarchal structure allows the company to smoothly operate.