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Chapter 20, Problem 20.21CC
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
Company A is the international apparel and footwear giant company was established as a leader in every sport. On the other hand it achieved less in the area of basketball, soccer, and baseball. Company A was the one of the international leader in the area of sustainable practices. The last year a Company in Country G ranked 3rd in the international hundred most sustainable corporations.
Many companies tried to go on board with the practice of sustainability such are embedded in Company A’s DNA. Company A says that having a strategic plan which are built on the sustainable practices made the company a better financial performer.
Characters in the case:
- Company A
To discuss: Whether Company A might be more economically successful if it does not concentrates on the social responsibilities.
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