Are Cultural Boundaries Keeping Offshore Analysts at Bay?

Ever felt the unease when offshore analysts join an onshore team? It’s more than just logistical concerns. Mary Douglas’s book, *Purity and Danger*, offers a profound explanation. 

Douglas explores how societies label things as ‘pure’ or ‘impure’, relating this to order and boundaries. Applying this to offshore talent reveals why they’re often seen as threats: they cross symbolic lines. 

Even with top-notch skills, offshore analysts can be viewed as disrupting the ‘purity’ of a local team. Industries with rigid structures may especially perceive offshore talent as unsettling. The unease isn’t just about time zones or communication—it’s a deeper issue of maintaining familiar boundaries. 

Onshore teams might subconsciously defend their ‘pure’ cultural and professional norms, viewing offshore integration as a ‘foreign’ intrusion. Tackling these symbolic barriers, not just logistical ones, is key. 

Douglas’s insights show that resistance to offshore analysts stems from fears of boundary-crossing. By addressing these deeper concerns, companies can unlock the potential of offshore talent. 

Are you ready to break these boundaries and harness offshore potential?  

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