The document discusses recruitment and selection issues faced by an international company with operations across several countries. [1] It outlines problems such as filling management positions primarily with locals, the need for multi-departmental recruitment, and implementing a uniform selection process despite regional differences. [2] The company responded by forming a committee headed by Dr. Thomas Koch to address the issues in the Asia-Pacific region. [3] The committee developed a two-tier selection process with screening and assessment modules aimed at incorporating cultural adaptations, but lacked sufficient testing and coordination. In the author's opinion, more time, coordination and pilot testing were needed to effectively implement the strategy across diverse locations and departments.