A study of the relationship between the Chinese and American culture and economy, and the subsequent similarities and differences as reflected by the Top 20 Companies in each country.
The history and legacy of State-Owned Enterprises, or SOEs, still greatly impacts China's Top 20 Companies in terms of their business purpose, employment structure, industry focus, company age and maturity, and revenue figures. American companies must be cognizant of the reasons behind over employment, which dilutes revenue per employee figures and makes Chinese layoffs nearly impossible. Additionally, Chinese companies will be more concerned about how contracts will enhance their social responsibility rather than how they will increase their revenue.
The Chinese are seeking to adopt best practices to better suit their way of business in order to bring economic power and respect within their borders. American businessmen must then focus on how they can improve their counterparts' efficiencies and brand equity.