[conductr]

Read about Management Process. Sounds like your company lacks this; or could argue have built one that is dysfunctional. It's not uncommon to have a consulting firm come in and evaluate/coach on this topic, it should be seen as a good thing. However, based on your description, admitting there is a problem may be difficult. If that's the case, reach out to a firm that does management process consulting. They can give you pointers. Don't try to solve this alone. You need to gain influence within the ranks, acknowledge the problem with positive intent, and offer some solutions.

I can't tell what level management you are. It sounds like middle mgmt and the senior leaders are driving this culture. This is a unique viewpoint because you see up and down the org chart. If there's a C or VP level person you have good rapport with, that also has high level of influence (CEO or maybe COO, VP HR, etc), try to get a lunch/breakfast meeting. Mention that you've read _insert some book_ and had a conversation about it with a _friend who has mgmt consulting experience_ and you feel that the company could be operating as a higher performing team if we dealt with some of these issues. You may have to do similar things with multiple people. It's a bit like being a rights activist. You may need to be the face of the movement. You also may get stifled. But this is a practical way to start the conversation within the company.