The Waterville CVD™ system assesses an individual's orientation in terms of cultural values. The results enable people to enhance their self-awareness and to better fit into the cross-cultural environment of the team, the company, and the country market. By focusing on the individual rather than entire national populations, the CVD™ system avoids the pitfalls associated with stereotyping and offers significantly higher explaining power.
CVD™ analysis is particularly useful in helping corporate leaders diagnose core corporate cultural style so as to develop better alignment, smoother team integrations during growth and stabilization phases, and seamless transitions through transformational changes like mergers and acquisitions. In addition, such deep understanding of personal values helps managers evaluate the cultural suitability of individuals when selecting external candidates for culturally sensitive positions and planning overseas assignments. By pinpointing sources for interpersonal conflicts, the Waterville CVD™ system helps individuals build stronger, more harmonious, and more cohesive multicultural relationships.