General Studies · Strategic Management

Which of the following statements are correct regarding 'Shared Values' in the McKinsey 7S Framework? A. They are placed at the very centre of the 7S model and represent the core beliefs, norms, guiding principles, and organisational purpose. B. They are classified as tangible 'hard' elements because they explicitly dictate financial reporting and structural decisions. C. They represent the organisation's soul and culture, influencing every other S element within the framework. D. Every strategy, structural decision, system design, leadership style, staffing choice, and skill development initiative must align with and reinforce them. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: