Furthermore, MNCs that are capable of replicating practices on a global level with precision and consistency
achieve a competitive advantage (Friedman, 2007). For example, Deutsche Bank AG pursued a growth strategy
and included HR in its strategic planning as the bank expanded across 68 countries. The bank transformed its HR
function, identified and incorporated limited use of new HR competencies from the US, utilized metrics, globally
transformed the function of HR, and initiated a global information system (Friedman, 2007). The aforementioned
example illustrates how MNCs must approach the replication of IHRM practices through careful planning,
learning, and execution. It is also apparent that MNCs that are based in the US could benefit from the growth
strategy employed by Deutsche Bank AG.