| Characteristic | Honda A (BCG/HBS Case Study) | Honda B (Pascale's Findings) | | ----------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Strategy | Streamlined, focused strategy for market entry | No clear strategy, just an intent to "see if we could sell something in the United States" | | Factors behind Success | Leveraging low-price position in Japan to force entry into US market | Miscalculations, serendipity, and organizational learning | | Approach to Uncertainty | Not addressed | Embracing flexibility and adapting to changing conditions | | Perspective | Western, focused on strategic planning | Eastern, emphasizing continuous dialogue and learning |