With the recent corporate scandals involving such companies as Enron and Martha Stewart‚ the concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR) has once again made its way to the forefront of contemporary management ideologies. However‚ CSR itself is not a new concept. In fact‚ societies as far back as the Ancient Mesopotamians (circa 1700 BC) incorporated CSR in their businesses. "King Hammurabi introduced a code in which builders‚ innkeepers or farmers were put to death if their negligence caused
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can help those practical people see another dimension beside machines and theoretical principles‚ which is the truest taste of life where humanity and sympathy for their disadvantaged fellows come in”. Yes‚ it’s the feeling that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) gives to each person. Feeling good‚ feeling proud and feeling optimistic. Ever since CSR becomes one big part of every company‚ no matter they are big or small‚ a concern is raised whose answer is controversial: “CSR is from guiltiness
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China and Europe. Corporate Social Responsibility For HSBC‚ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) means managing our business responsibly and sensitively for long-term success. As part of our CSR‚ HSBC strives to be a catalyst for progress in the communities we serve. Focusing on education and the environment‚ HSBC builds strong‚ enduring relationships with a wide range of organizations‚ providing the resources and tools to sustain long-term results. HSBC’s 2008 U.S. social
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When it comes to corporate social responsibility (CSR)‚ Patagonia is the pioneer and poster child. Patagonia has found distinct ways to integrate product function with environmental values. Their business model raises a lot of money for environmental causes and their technological innovation reduces the environmental impact of their products. Since 1986 they have donated 10% of profits or 1% of sales‚ whichever is greater‚ to environmental efforts‚ and employees can take up to two
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An inspector calls is set in 1912 but was written and perfomed in 1945/46 to a post war generation.Setting the play before the first world war enables priestly to make the most of class divison and social hierachy in england.Priestley has used throughout this play the devices of dramatic irony and foreshadowing. He shows lies‚ deceit‚ wickedness and weakness within the characters. The play can be seen as a microcosm of society with different attidues being shown in different characters. Priestl was
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Corporate Social Responsibility – Seminar Work Apple Inc. Current company position including market size/share 90% of the market is controlled by the top 10 manufacturers‚ Apple being the most profitable. During the fourth quarter of 2012‚ Apple took 70% of all profits generated by the smartphone market while Samsung trailed at a distant second with 25%. Q2 2014 – Apple (iOS) controls 11.9% of current smartphone market share whilst Samsung dominates 25.2%‚ however Apple are actually more profitable
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SeaWorld has a strong commitment overall as a company they have collaborated to include corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable business practices in their parks always. Corporate social responsibility is a business approach that contributes to sustainable development by delivering economic‚ social‚ and environmental benefits for all stakeholders. SeaWorld has put in endless efforts within the community including partnering with hospitals‚ and organizations that assist children with
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Ethics and Social Responsibilities Paper In the United States‚ it should not be about "self-interest" but rather our moral and ethical obligation not to sell items to other countries that could harm others. Therefore‚ I disagree with the statement "it is acceptable to sell products banned in the United States in other countries (i.e. where permitted by other countries due to differences in national policies)." One example of unethical behavior is a case back in 1978‚ involving a company called
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Utilitarianism and Social Corporate Responsibility The principal of Utilitarianism is often cited for grounds in business related decision making. Business ethics is often misunderstood - for if the main purpose of business is to maximize profits‚ then one could argue Westjet had done nothing wrong in trying to gain an advantage in thier industry. Thankfully‚ ethical decision making involves criteria beyond the ’greatest good for the greatest number of people’. Its criteria are as follows - utilitarianism
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In 2009‚ Starbucks released an annual Corporate social responsibility report.[96] Environmental impact Grounds for your Garden In 1999‚ Starbucks started "Grounds for your Garden" to make their business moreenvironmentally-friendly. This gives leftover coffee grounds to anyone requesting it for composting. Although not all stores and regions participate‚ customers can request and lobby their local store to begin the practice. In 2004‚ Starbucks began reducing the size of their paper napkins
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