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Case
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Reference no. CCW190409B
Published by: Columbia CaseWorks, Columbia Business School
Originally published in: 2018
Version: December 12, 2018

Abstract

Google had a reputation for being a place in which internal debates on all topics were welcome, even encouraged. However, conflicts sometimes arose between interest groups. In June 2018, in the wake of an employee's anti-diversity posting on an internal company website, Google issued new guidelines for dialogue inside the company that would lead to discipline for those employees who engage in discussions that are 'disruptive to a productive work environment.' The example of Google raises questions about how companies with a commitment to openness as part of its core culture should discuss sensitive topics-especially with voluminous internal and social media channels.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Geographical setting

Region:
Americas
Country:
United States

Featured company

Google
Type:
Public company
Industry:
Advertising

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Abstract

Google had a reputation for being a place in which internal debates on all topics were welcome, even encouraged. However, conflicts sometimes arose between interest groups. In June 2018, in the wake of an employee's anti-diversity posting on an internal company website, Google issued new guidelines for dialogue inside the company that would lead to discipline for those employees who engage in discussions that are 'disruptive to a productive work environment.' The example of Google raises questions about how companies with a commitment to openness as part of its core culture should discuss sensitive topics-especially with voluminous internal and social media channels.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Settings

Geographical setting

Region:
Americas
Country:
United States

Featured company

Google
Type:
Public company
Industry:
Advertising

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