...WGU EST1 Task 2 Company X Ethics Program Standards and Procedures: Company X expects all employees to conduct themselves with integrity, professional and responsible actions at all times. An employee’s actions in both personal life and professional life should avoid any situations that (A) could be construed as harmful to the company or its employees or (B) cause negative public reactions that could impact Company X customers or customer relations in adverse ways. You are a Company X representative during work hours and during off work hours. Violations of Company X rules of acceptable behavior will be viewed as misconduct, which upon review can constitute immediate suspension. Pending further review and investigation some violations may result in termination. The following section is not an all- inclusive list of violations but a snapshot of some that could result in immediate termination. * Falsification of Company documents and or records such as, but not limited to, time cards, company financial reports and travel expenses for reimbursement. * Failure to report an accident involving a company issued vehicle. * Insubordination or refusal to follow instructions or carry out work task without proper justification. * Misuse of company resources such as but not limited to, the internet, computer and phone usage. Ethics Training Common Ethical Values: The following will provide employees and potential employees with a clear understanding of what...
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...Ethical Issues in Business Blake Richey WGU Student Objective 310.2.1-05: Ethical Issues in Business A local business can grow successfully if proper care is taken regarding its public image and worth. Every misstep will be magnified and scrutinized within the community. When a business forgets it ethical duty to be socially responsible, it can lead to negative effects not only within the company, but also within the community it participates in. We will look at Company Q’s current attitude toward social responsibility and how it can make an immediate and resolute improvement. Evaluation of Company Q’s Social Responsibility – Task A Company Q’s current attitude toward social responsibility is bleak. It does not seem to have any trust in the community nor its employees. The book defines social responsibility as “an organization’s obligation to maximize its positive impact on stakeholders and to minimize its negative impact” (Ferrell, Fraedrich, 2010, p. 12). I would expand further to say it includes the ethical duty to the community and everyone the company comes in contact to. Their errors and lapse of judgment are not difficult to assess. The company must make a more conscious effort to revive its attitude toward social responsibility. 3 Areas for Company Q to Improve its Social Responsibility – Task B Many restaurants and food service related business find it not only rewarding, but also beneficial to donate unused food at the end of business. Company Q is currently...
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...Social Responsibility Social Responsibility Lori Spain WGU April 23, 2013 Social Responsibility Company X, is my client that I will be developing a social responsibility strategy for. Sustainability and social responsibility issues for 21st century businesses will be addressed domestically and internationally. The focus will ensure that adequate business practices, environmental considerations and ethical decision making are all in compliance with government guidelines. Company X is a technology company that provides not only customers; but also communities with innovative products and services. These services are to empower innovative solutions to the everyday needs of life. Company X was founded in 1902, and they are fortunate enough to have earned one of the leading global market positions. Company X is one of 30 companies that make up the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Company X needs to actively contribute to sustainable development through environmental protection, social responsibility and economic progress. Medical and surgical supplies such as drapes, hot/cold packs, tape, dressings and biological indicators are only part of hundreds of products within this field that Company X manufactures. This company is a world leader in markets from highway safety to...
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...Fundamentals of Business Law and Ethics Course of Study Your competence will be assessed as you complete the LWC1 objective assessment for this course of study. This course of study may take up to 10 weeks to complete. Introduction Overview There are the two major subdomains of study within the Fundamentals of Business Law and Ethics Course of Study: business law and business ethics. The exam covers 11 business law and ethics concepts, including the following: contractual relationship government regulation of business dispute resolution labor and employment law hiring and employment practices warranties, negligence, and liabilities Sarbanes-Oxley Act ethical issues in business ethical leadership ethics programs use of company resources You likely have had some experience with the legal system, either through your own encounters or merely through listening to the nightly news, and you have probably read or heard about various ethical and legal issues causing financial upheaval in today's business world. This background will serve you well in this study. Now you can expand on that experience, and perhaps refine and enhance your own views on these issues. Once you complete this course of study, you will have demonstrated a level of competence that you can immediately use in your work setting and career. Outcomes and Evaluation There are 10 competencies covered by this course of study; they are listed in the "Competencies for Fundamentals of Business Law and Ethics (LWC1) " page...
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...Chapter 3 ethical dilemma Jackie did not know the relationship she was having with Curtis was considered illegal at her record company until after it was too late. I feel as though someone within the company should have told her that beforehand. However, her personal relationship rises more than a few ethical issues presented in this chapter. To begin, her lack of integrity, Integrity is defined as being whole, sound, and in an unimpaired condition. Had Jackie used integrity before continuing her relationship with Curtis, she would not be the sexual harassment and bullying that is undeserved to her. Once Jackie found out that Curtis had been carrying on with Leslie, a woman who worked in the legal department, and decided to break their relationship off she now had to deal with the abusive behavior that Curtis purposely put on her. If Jackie had acted earlier on before the situation got ugly I believe she definitely could have lifted a huge weight off her shoulders. She could always leave but since Curtis literally holds her singing career in his hands, her career is done before it even started. Personally, I think she should bring in lawyers and have them deal with Curtis because the legal department is obviously not backing her up in the situation either. If she does take legal action and wins, Jackie can easily move on with her life and her career. However, if she loses in this legal action, working at SDR would literally be a living nightmare and she will stifled for years...
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...As companies look for ways to strategically perform better in their respective industries many chose to outsource job functions. Outsourcing allows companies to grow and expand their business around the world. Many have attributed outsourcing to lowering operating costs, a method to increase expertise and gain additional technology, and as a way to improve efficiency and services. These advantages can help a company gain a competitive advantage over industry participants. When a company strategically plans to outsource ethical consideration must be acknowledged; especially when outsourcing is offshore. As a display of corporate citizenship a company must do their part to address ethical concerns related to this practice. Building a long term relationship with the outsourced company will aid in cultivating the competitive advantage. The following ethical principles can ensure the longevity of the relationship. One of the first principles states “seek not harm indigenous cultures” the company must become aware of the culture where they chose to outsource their business to. Understanding the cultures is a way to avoid ethical problems that could arise from not acknowledging cultural norms; rule-based or relationship based. Rule-based relationships support the basic principle that “seeks to uphold basic human rights.” To ensure you have engaged and satisfied employees display a courtesy for justice, equality, and their basic human rights. Not only must the culture and rules of...
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...also very secretive in addressing the remunerations of the top management and openly filed their financial reports wrongly to please investors and attract more clients. The Lehman management was also profit oriented opting to reduce health insurance of its employees in order to maximize on profits. This shows the extent management was willing to sacrifice to fulfill the company’s appetite for money placing their staffs’ interests in the backseat. 3. What role did Lehman’s executives play in the company’s collapse? Were they being responsible and ethical? Discuss. The Lehman management openly violated the ethics code of business. For example they filed unverifiable, inaccurate financial reports openly contravening the Sarbanes-Oxley Act that states that companies should file correct and accurate financial documents. They also disregarded legit means of conducting business creating a culture where staff that practiced illegitimate means were idolized and rewarded thus encouraged to continue with their ways. In another case the management initiated a policy that reduced the health insurance of their staff showing openly that their main objective was profits. All this practices were extremely unethical openly encouraged by the top executives (Smith, 1997). 5. After all the public uproar over Enron and then the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act to protect shareholders, why do you think we still...
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...Code of Ethics Bus/210 Friday December 12, 2013 Jeannette Lipford This code of conduct will help guide the ethical business practices of all persons and employees of Angie’s Computer Repair Service. These codes will define the responsibilities for each and every employee of Angie’s Computer Repair Service. by protecting our business reputation as ethical and a reliable Computer Repair Service. As a company we will comply with all the state and local laws, Employees will conduct themselves in a professional manner when dealing with company business. Employees will not discriminate against one another do their gender, race, religion, or beliefs we will be treated fairly and equally. There will be a zero tolerance for harassment of any sort whether it is intentional or unintentional. All employees including myself must be able to depend on each other’s truthfulness as well has have the ability to be able to step up and bring issues and concerns to the proper people. We will strive to provide excellent customer service to our clients. Employees will do what is in the best interest of the company to help the company to continue to grow and gain new business. Failing to protect the company’s interest along with our affiliates may result in suspension and or termination. We here at Angie’s Computer Repair Service pride ourselves on maintaining our good reputation within the community. Therefore these rules will be the standard functions of our good business practices;...
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...a scenario which could be his own life saver when it comes to his job, school concerns, family constraints, or some other relationships as they may deem very important to him. Looking at different places, while strolling inside the malls, or even on my way to school or back to our home, I see faces of people from whom I can feel diverse sentiments. Some are happy- go- lucky. Some may seem problematic. A lot of them, I see, are unsmiling and serious, although some are witty and funny-looking. I believe, these auras help us cope up with the very rough surface of professionalism, in connection to ethics, of course. Based on some existing distinctness, ethical behavior is something that goes beyond simply obeying a set of rules and regulations, it is about committing yourself to do and act according to what is right, cognizant of your own conscience. To put it simply, professional ethics concerns one's behavior, conduct and practice when carrying out professional work. And most importantly, the way I see people is a big contribution to how I’m going to carry out with them, especially...
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...Social Performance, Part 2 Due Week 8 and worth 250 points This is a continuation of your first assignment. Imagine your company does not currently have an ethics program and you believe an effective program is necessary. The Federal Sentencing Guidelines for Organizations encourages firm to set up ethics programs. Review this Website, located here , prior to doing the assignment. Write a 4-6 page paper in which you: 1. Briefly describe your company and then benchmark the codes of conduct used by similar companies in the industry. Critique the codes of conduct of at least three (3) similar companies in order to write codes for your company. 2. Analyze ways ethical challenges affect your business and create a code of conduct for your company. Provide a rationale on how these specific codes enhance your company’s ethics program. 3. After reviewing the Federal Sentencing Guidelines for Organizations, explain how these guidelines influence the ethics program you created. 4. Anticipate where the challenges or setbacks may be in the adoption and enforcement of the codes of conduct for your company. Explain how you will address these challenges and anticipated setbacks. 5. Given the influences of changing economic, political, social, cultural, and technological forces on business and society, explain how you can ensure that your codes of conduct will remain relevant in the years ahead. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: ...
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...organization wants to achieve. Tesco’s vision is “To be the most highly valued business by the customers we serve, the communities in which we operate, our loyal and committed colleagues and of course, our shareholders.” The vision of Tesco consist of five elements and each of the elements describes the sort of Tesco aspires to be. 1. Wanted and needed around the world –Tesco want to be a company not only shop of choice for customer but also the place people want to work, a business that communities welcome and the retailer in which every shareholder wants to invest. 2. A growing business with full of opportunities- Tesco want to create full of opportunities for both customers and colleagues by offering something new every time. 3. Modern, innovative and full of ideas-Tesco always trying to understand customers needs better than their competitors and then innovating to make their lives easier such as online grocery shopping, extended shopping hours. 4. Winners locally whilst applying their skills globally 5. Inspiring, earning trust and loyalty from customers, colleagues and communities. Mission refers to the reason for the organizations existence and the business it is in. Tesco’s core purpose or mission is a clear statement of “We make what matters better, together.” Tesco core mission is to reflect how much society has changed to be more scepticism about corporation, more desire to see business demonstrate it has a purpose beyond profit, a sense that corporation...
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...only be eliminated by an extensive redesign of the software. He is convinced that the patch that was applied to remedy the specific tests in the simulation did not address the underlying problem. But, when George brings his concerns to his superiors, they assure him that the problem has been resolved. They further inform George that any major redesign effort would introduce unacceptable delays, resulting in costly penalties to the company. There is a great deal of pressure on George to sign off on the system and to allow it to be flight tested. It has even been hinted that, if he persists in delaying the system, he will be fired. What should George do next? Identify the pertinent clauses in the ACM/IEEE Software Engineering Code of Ethics that can help you make an ethical decision on this...
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...the small grocery store. In small businesses, it is important to keep your stakeholders happy. Stakeholders are customers, investors and shareholders, employees, suppliers, government agencies, communities, and many others who have “stake or claim” in the company or business (Ferrell, Fraedrich, Ferrell). If customers were to find out that a local grocery store is not being supportive of a local food bank, and would rather throw the food away, than feed starving citizens, I would think they would lose a lot of their own local support. If the food is going to be thrown away, they are going to be losing profit on it regardless of whether an employee takes the food home or whether it is donated to a food bank. Either way, the food is going to a good cause versus being wasted. The next thing I would improve would be the loyalty of your employees. If you have constant worries about what your employees are doing when you are not looking, then you need to consider hiring more trustworthy employees. Perhaps do a pre employment screening before your hire someone. Make sure you check references and their background. You should have enough faith and trust in your employees that it shouldn’t have to interfere with your business decisions. Another suggestion would be to have your employees keep a log of food and items that are donated. That way you have documentation of what has been...
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...Evaluation of Business Code of Ethics Many companies and organizations employ codes of ethics that can enhance their image and endorse a form of legitimacy to that company or organization. A company such as Walmart with local and global outreach has incorporated into its system a culture of ethics and integrity that defines who they are as a company. This culture of ethics determine how customers and suppliers are treated by the company and how workers treat each other within the company. Walmart with many years of experience as a company deals with many ethical issues and there is need for constant evaluation and analysis of systems and structures to meet expectations, and remain in compliance with the demands of the corporate world of business. The company was founded by Sam Walton in 1950, started out with as a single discount store in Northwest Arkansas and grew to become one of the world’s largest retailer in less than 50 years, with thousands of stores and clubs and millions of associates. Walmart is a value-based company that has ethics at the forefront.The company has three basic beliefs, (1) Respect for individuals. (2) Service to its customers and (3) Strvving for excellence. The vision statement is to promote ownership of Walmart’s ethical culture to all stakeholders globally. The company also has some guiding principles to assist their associates in making the right decisions and acting with integrity. These principles are, to always act with integrity. Lead...
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...the short film, “Greyston Bakery” and focus on why are the issues in the film important. As well as what role do external social pressures have in influencing organizational ethics? Wrapping up the paper, a look at how these issues are relevant to organizational and personal decisions along with the relationship between legal and ethical issues as shown in film (UOP, 2013). Film: Greyston Bakery The Greyston Bakery located in Yonkers New York is known for their gourmet sweets that populate restaurants to the White House but this organization started a social experiment over two decades ago (CBS News, 2010). Julius Walls Jr., President and CEO of Greyston Bakery, states “there is more substance to the organization besides the famous brownie recipe” (Liberty Mutual, 2010). The organization conducts business with the use of a balance between a double bottom-line model. The use of this model allows Greyston Bakery profits to support Greyston Foundation, an organization with ethical principles that supports a mission of social enterprise while making a profit (Liberty Mutual, 2010). The bakery implemented a social mission to give back and provide support to the community. Important Issues of Film The Greyston Bakery has obtained notoriety through intentional efforts to communicate good ethics. Transmitting moral information is vital for an organization to have a strong,...
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