Based on the audit report, the Ethics Committee should agree that both Arun and Smita are violating the company’s code of conduct. Then, the company should take actions to deliver the decision to related people. For example, if the decision of the Ethics Committee is to terminate both Arun and Smita, then the committee needs to get the CEO’s approval and start the procedure of termination based on the company’s code of conduct. First, the company will send out a formal written announcement to Arun and Smith of the decision made by the Ethics Committee, as well as the reasons which will be the summary of the audit report. If the company’s code of conduct does not state that employees can appeal after receive their punishment, then Arun and Smith have to leave the company. Of course, they can take legal actions to fight for their rights like sue the Prashanti company . In that case, the legal department and IA team of Prashanti will have to respond. They can solve the problem through mediation or lawsuit case. On the other hand, if the company allows employees to appeal, and Arun and Smith chose to appeal. Then the IA team will respond to the appeal and hold a vote within the company to decided if the company will accept Arun’s and Smith’s appeal or not. The simple result will be Arun and Smith understand that they were wrong and accept the decision. Of course, the whole audit, decision-making, and termination process of the Arun and Smith case was frustrated and
The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct is knew for providing guideline to early childhood providers in moral and ethical sense. Early childhood educators need the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct to protect children and their families’ rights. The Code of Ethical Conduct allows to every child regardless of his/her religion, native language, and development differences. In Section 1: Ethical Responsibilities to Children is intensive time for young children. Early childhood education left lasting effect on children growth and development.
Hershey’s Mission Statement noted here, (Social- Responsibility/Marketplace) “Bringing sweet moments of Hershey happiness to the world every day,” Provides the focus of all operations within the Hershey’s Company. Although Hershey’s mission statement provides a simple goal that encompasses acknowledgment of global market share with the sweet moments of happiness provided in every aspect of Hershey’s daily
A company has a future because it provides an important means of knowledge generation. According to Brown and Duguid (1998), it plays an important role in the development and circulation of complex knowledge in society. Grant (1996) introduces four mechanisms for integrating specialized knowledge as above:
Any employee who feels that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment should immediately contact the Human Resources Department for investigation and corrective action. Protection from retaliation will be provided and confidentiality will be provided as much as reasonably possible. Any employee who witnesses someone engaging in what could be deemed as sexually harassing conduct is obligated to notify the Human Resources Department even if the victim says that they can handle it or that they can take care of it themselves. Sexual harassment is an illegal act and must be reported and investigated just like any other illegal activity.
Knight Medical recognizes the problem fraud and other deliberate misconduct in the health care industry poses to society and seeks to prevent and detect unlawful and /or unethical conduct by its employees and agents. Knight Medical is committed to establishing and maintaining an effective compliance program in accordance with the compliance program guidance published by the Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and
Costco’s code of ethics appears to reflect the essential elements of a socially responsible corporate. These elements are grouped into the four general areas of economic, legal, ethical, and philanthropic responsibilities (Trevino & Nelson, 2014).
There are several areas to the CRCC code of ethics that I can see as weaknesses or potential concerns. To answer this questions, I decided to look at the code of ethics as a whole. First, the code presents ethical considerations one at a time which to a reader, makes them seem very independent from one another. As we know that a lot of times, ethical issues involve more than just one issue. For example, you may be dealing with informed consent along with client welfare. When presenting one issue at a time, readers read it as such, and memorize it as such when reality may be constant overlapping issues which have many possible ethical considerations. Secondly, depending on how black and white a person views issues, the professional may believe
For the CRCC Code of Ethics it can better guide individuals in this certain situation. After reviewing the CRCC Code of Ethics there was several areas of CRCC Code of Ethics which could be applicable in this situation. The first section that could be applicable would be Part A section 3 of which will allow the counselors to form a limitation, rights and guidance for the client. For example in this situation the child is not adjusting to school and by forming a guideline for the student it can show how the student could better cope. The next section that could be applicable would be Part A section 4 of which avoiding harm to the client. For example this student did acquired a spinal cord inquiry and having a hard time adjusting to school however by being a recent graduate student the values and beliefs might be different versus someone whom has been on the job for a couple of years. Another area of the CRCC Code of Ethics that could give guidance would be all of section B. Since in this area of the CRCC Code of Ethics is based upon some of the most important aspects of dealing with clients which are the confidentiality, privileged, communication and privacy of the clients.
Accounting and management are the major pillars of an organization that contributes to the country’s economy. Introduction of AICPA Code of Professional Conduct helps in controlling the business operation especially in the accounting and management departments. Accounting and management fraud have been experienced whereby through corruption or other means, entrusted managers and accountants tend to be selfish in undertaking their duties. These factors are well addressed by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct principles. Therefore, the study seeks to introduce two case studies whereby the management fraud have been experienced. Furthermore, the study will incorporate the use of AICPA Code of Professional Conduct in controlling the situation to ensure harmonious business operation in the management.
In the Case of Donn Milton, DR., v. IIT Research Institute, Milton voiced his concerns to IITRI management regarding illegal accounting practice after similar concerns were brought by a competitor. IIT internal examine the issue and received outside opinion letter concluding that some of the business activities are likely taxable. Milton urged the president John Scott of IITRI to take action in wake of the findings but Scott refused. Milton raised the concern to IITRI’s treasure and he was in agreement with finding however he decided to wait for John Scott to retire than he would take action to correct the issue. John Scott lied to the board of directors that they had no problem with unrelated business income that was taxable. Milton decided to inform the chairman of the board in a written letter that Scott was falsity of these statement. Chairman told Scott to address the issue with Milton and therefore Milton was fired from the company.
Toyota Motor Corporation is one of the Japanese automotive manufacturer that headquartered in Toyota, Aichi, Japan. The history of Toyota began in 1933 with the company being a division of Toyoda Automatic Loom Works devoted to the production of automobile under the direction of Kiichiro Toyoda, the founder’s son. Toyota Motor Corporation have use code of conduct, corporate social responsibility and sustainability policies for their firm daily operations.
The code of ethics and conduct is a written set of rules and regulations that provides guidance to employees of an organization on how to conduct themselves and carry out their duties in line with the organization’s principles. The code of ethics and conduct is also be backed up by suitable disciplinary actions. A code of ethics and conducts helps employees deal with ethical issues and other gray areas that they face as they execute their daily activities. An effective code of ethics and conduct is required for an organization to run smoothly and maintain a positive image. Having an ineffective code of ethics and conduct is almost like having none.
In order to communicate my message that the companies need a unified code of conduct, I would have to learn the process of communicating. There are six steps for the process of communicating:
In 1886, three brothers, James, Edward, and Robert Johnson, started a multinational healthcare business in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Johnson & Johnson, one of the world’s largest American company, provides diverse healthcare products across the nation. Johnson & Johnson has gained a competitive advantage over most of its competitors because of its leadership in diverse healthcare products. This company offers a plethora of products such as baby care, oral care, skin care, wound care, women health, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Robert Wood Johnson crafted the company’s credo, a statement of in which he expresses the company mission of “caring for the world, one person at a time.” (Johnson & Johnson 2015). The company’s credo is very well-structured and very detailed about claiming full responsibility for its employees, doctors, nurses, and patients and also developing a positive business relationship amongst its stakeholders (Johnson & Johnson 2015). Johnson & Johnson is well known for its caring and fair culture to society and corporate environment, however, this company has faced multiple ethical dilemmas which have jeopardized their brand.
Sysco Corporation is the leading global foodservice distribution organization serving more than 400,000 customers from nearly 200 distribution centers globally. Their services not only include distribution of food products but also equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries (Sysco Corporation). Their customers include restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, and others (Sysco Corporation).