Category: Ethics
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Ethical Behavior at the Workplace
Ethical values are a construct that determines the behavior and thinking of each individual. It is true that while some universal principles of ethics, in general, values are individual to each person: what is suitable for one is unacceptable for another. Recently, there has been a marked increase in academic discourse, especially that related to…
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Tesla Inc.’s Ethical Use of Customer Data
Tesla Inc. is an American electric vehicle (EV) and energy generation and storage system manufacturer that is among the five top largest publicly traded companies in the country. Due to the focus on sustainability and the need to stay up-to-date with the latest business trends, Tesla heavily relies on data to improve customer experience and…
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Business Ethics: Indian Tea Plantations Workers
Table of Contents Introduction Ethical Issues and the Involvement of Stakeholders Why Do the Issues Deserve Attention? The Responsibility of the Companies and Other Stakeholders Possible Solutions Critical Evaluation of the Solutions and Conclusion Reference List Introduction In the modern world of business, it is important to take into account the ethical issues, for their…
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The Ethical Considerations of the Rana Plaza Collapse
Table of Contents Introduction Background Ethical Violations Response by Multinational Companies Transparency Improvement Conclusion References Introduction Fast fashion creates a massive demand for clothing, putting pressure on the factory workers at the bottom of the supply chain. The owners of the factories force workers to work in rather bad conditions and sacrifice their liberties and…
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Ethical Issues Involved in Software Project Management
Table of Contents Introduction Meaning of Ethics in Information Technology (IT) Ethical Dilemmas faced by Project Managers Plagiarism Piracy Hacking Computer Associated Crimes Strategies to Deal with Ethical Dilemmas Conclusion References Introduction Ethics may be defined as a set of beliefs in relation to what is considered to be right or wrong. Behavior that is…
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Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Leadership
From a general perspective, ethics refers to moral principles that command or influence a person’s conduct. In an organization, ethical leadership and strategies are critical elements in realizing a conducive working environment. Ethical-based leadership is realized when leaders exemplify and encourage proper conduct in the workplace. This can be demonstrated through interpersonal relations and personal…
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Human Resource Function and Ethical Decision-Making
Table of Contents Introduction Ethical Decision Making and Human Resource Nurturing Ethical Culture Recruiting Ethical Staff Resolving Conflicts and Dealing with Their Aftermath Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Business ethics are significant since they help organizations avoid situations that may interfere with their routine activities. While ethical decision-making among organizations is anchored on their management, the…
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Honda Company’s Defective Airbags and Ethical Issues
Introduction In 2015, Honda Company was fined for failing to respond to safety issues that affected its cars, which were fitted with defective airbags (Lippert). The company learned about the dangers of the airbags supplied by Takata but failed to respond immediately. Instead, the leadership of Honda Company opted to conceal the information to protect…
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TOMS Shoes: The Ethical Work Standards
Table of Contents Introduction Analysis Recommended Solution Justification for the Recommended Solutions Conclusion References Introduction There is continuous debate about whether businesses must consider the interests of their stakeholders, which include employees, consumers, retailers, and suppliers, or if they should just be concerned with producing profits. When a corporation evaluates the impact of its decisions/operations…
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Gentiva Home Health Company Positive Ethical Behavior
Introduction The Gentiva Health Company has been the leading health care company in the United States and this has been attributed highly to its best-defined organizational policies. As America’s leader in the provision of home care health services, the company has been delivering an expansion of healthcare in homes for almost 40 years. The attribute…