What are the areas that you must be aware of and will need to research?  Why?

Understanding how to properly integrate your own personal negotiation style into a cross-cultural setting is vital for success in global markets.

Scenario: You are being sent to another country with different cultures, especially in the business sense. You know (because of this class) that you must do your research before you engage in negotiation. 

What are the areas that you must be aware of and will need to research?  Why?