Globalization is the process of increasing interconnectedness and interdependence ness of people and places as a result of improved transport and communication. Making countries stay together as one community. Globalization brings about the interplay of political, economic, social, and cultural issues. This is done through the creation of links that ensures coordination in all aspects of life. Motorola Company Globalization plan is traced back to the 1970s.
It started as a multinational operating in very few countries but with time it expanded its branches to all countries in the world where it has subsidiary companies. Providing effective communication gadgets to its numerous customers in the world, the company has made it possible for many people to access new technology at a relatively cheap cost. (Hopkins, 2005)
In China, Motorola was an early pioneer of technology. By 1980 the company had not grown much and its gadgets were slightly undeveloped. The discovery of wireless forms of communication by the Motorola Company has really enhanced the interconnectedness of people in the world by removing geographical distances. There was an accelerated transformation of the company in the 1990s. This was a big step toward the world’s globalization.
The company then moved from international to be a multinational company. This enhanced the quick accessibility of the services by the customers as well as reduces transportation expenses. Similarly, most other big technology companies have grown very fast because of the process of globalization of Motorola. Generally, Motorola’s globalization has enhanced the economic growth of very many countries such as China, Japan. This form of globalization has improved the economic sectors in areas such as outsourcing. (Penang, 2000)
Globalization is a result of technological advancement. Motorola Company has made poor countries get access to its cheap and effective technology. This has improved the communication in the countries that were lagging behind. The type of globalization achieved by Motorola Company is that of a free market, new technology. This makes people communicate without necessarily crossing over the national boundaries. Ultimately Motorola Company has improved speed communication through its improved technology.
This has prompted sustainable competition in different nations. This is a good recipe for economic growth. Equal globalization has promoted integration which is healthy for economic growth. This integration has promoted joint ventures which lead to the exchange of skills and knowledge among the countries. A good example is the joint ventures of the Chinese and Japanese companies. Generally, there is increased capital flow among the countries. Globalization continues courtesy of the Motorola Company. (North, 1991)
Work Cited
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Penang (2000) the New Millennium:Asian Strategy & Leadership Incorporaced.