
How Multinational Companies Adapt to Local Markets: Glocalization In Action
Abstract
In today’s global economy, simply offering the same product around the world no longer works. People in different countries have different tastes, habits, and values—and multinational companies know it. This article explores how global giants like McDonald’s, IKEA, and Coca-Cola have successfully adapted their products and strategies to local cultures in emerging markets. This approach, often called glocalization, blends global brand identity with local relevance. By looking at real examples from countries like India, China, and Nigeria, we’ll see how these companies tweak everything from their menus and marketing to their store layouts and supply chains. The aim is clear: stay global, but act local.
Keywords
Glocalization, globalization, multinational companies
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