Read The Case Study I Attached (Larom) And Support ✓ Solved

Read the case study I attached ( Larom ) and either support

Read the case study I attached (Larom) and either support or disagree with the expert's commentary. The point is for you to form a credible ethical argument about some aspect of the case study. Since the experts don't always agree, there is unlikely to be a single correct interpretation. This assignment is about whether you can logically support your own analysis of the published case study. Since I don't have the commentaries memorized, be specific about which aspect of the commentary you are agreeing or disagreeing with. Also be specific about your evidence/justification for your position. One paragraph might be enough, but the assignment certainly shouldn't take more than 2 (short) paragraphs.

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The case study of Larom presents a variety of ethical dilemmas that open the floor for different interpretations and analyses. One specific aspect of the expert commentary that I find particularly compelling is the argument surrounding the necessity of transparency in communications with stakeholders regarding the ethical implications of business decisions. The expert emphasizes that transparency is not just a best practice, but a fundamental ethical obligation that businesses owe to their stakeholders. I fully support this viewpoint, noting that transparency builds trust, fosters accountability, and can help prevent ethical breaches in future decision-making processes.

My justification for endorsing the expert's view is rooted in ethical theories that prioritize the welfare of stakeholders and promote corporate social responsibility. As outlined by Freeman's Stakeholder Theory, organizations must recognize the interests of all parties affected by their actions (Freeman, 1984). Without transparency, stakeholders—including employees, customers, and investors—may be misled about business practices that could impact their well-being. This can lead to a breakdown of trust, which is crucial in maintaining a sustainable and ethically sound business environment. Therefore, I argue that the expert's emphasis on transparency is not only ethically valid but also strategically advantageous for long-term business success.

References

  • Freeman, R. E. (1984). Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach. Boston: Pitman.
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  • Parmar, B. L., Freeman, R. E., Harrison, J. S., Wicks, A. C., & Purnell, L. (2010). Stakeholder Theory: The State of the Art. The Academy of Management Annals, 4(1), 403-445.

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