At Fiserv Inc. (FISV), our strong organizational culture has increased behavioral stability, thereby eliminating the need for formalization, while consistently reducing turnover. Our culture has produced an encouraging and pleasing rules, a sense of identity and commitment which goes far beyond self interest. Fiserv transmits the culture to their employees through various stories, comedy rituals, laughter, and games.
             " Culture is patterned, potent, and deeply embedded in people's thoughts, perceptions, and feelings. It provides an integrated perspective and meaning to situations; it gives group members a historical perspective and view of their identity" (Schein). Fiserv's culture can be described as three-in-one. Three different types of culture all wrapped up in a very successful (company) package. Firstly, we have a self-actualizing culture that values creativity, task accomplishment and both individual growth and satisfaction. The corporate culture encourages us to enjoy our work, develop ourselves, and take on new and interesting activities.
             Secondly, we have a humanistic-encouraging culture in which Fiserv manage in a participative and employee-centered way. Employees are expected to be supportive, helpful, and interested in the suggestions and ideas of others.
             Thirdly, Fiserv has an affiliative culture demonstrated by their high priority on constructive interpersonal relationships and the personal satisfaction of its employees. We are also expected to treat one another in a friendly and pleasant way and to openly share information, opinions, and feelings.
             Fiserv has shown that attention is shifting to the need for employees to personally take responsibility for the success of business if they hope to survive and prosper. One of the ways Fiserv has found its success is through effective empowerment. They have achieved this with an extremely strong and meaningful, self fulfilling culture.
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