Nike Inc. emphasizes inclusiveness in its organizational culture. The purpose of this cultural characteristic is to minimize barriers to employee performance. Nike’s strategy uses inclusiveness as a tool for optimal performance, diversity and talent development. The company supports this feature of the corporate culture through a team-based approach to management. In addition, Nike employs a number of programs, such as Bias to Breakthrough (a program for removing barriers to creativity) and NCourage (a set of employee networks for cultural awareness and community building). This feature of the organizational culture minimizes problems in Nike’s workforce and supports streamlining athletic shoes, apparel and equipment design and production processes.