Bezos himself is inspired by the creators of modern work organization — Henry Ford and Frederick Taylor. However, he is fascinated the most by the Japanese philosophy of 'kaizen.'
It could have been a warmer reception: Chancellor Merkel faced heavy criticism before her visit to the United States. United States Senator John McCain criticized her leadership style in the Ukraine crisis. The 'industrial complex’s' influence on federal government politics is 'a shame.'
The Washington Post Guild, the staff union, questioned Bezos' commitment, saying that if he is no longer willing to invest in its mission, the institution needs a steward who understands it.