Japan inc: lessons for North America? (1981)
- Original title
- Japan Inc: Lessons for North America?
- Directed by
- Kalle Lasn
- Rating
- 7.0 of 10 from 1 voters
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How it feels
This documentary compares Japanese work culture and industrial practices to those of North America. It looks at how Japan uses automation, open offices, and group-focused labor to boost productivity.
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