Case Study:
Knock-offs and counterfeits
I just came across a recent article that discusses the rise of Knock-offs and counterfeit goods (Rubin, 2016).
In addition to being a legal question this is also a moral question.
Question .1 If there are no health or safety concerns, where do you stand on knock-offs and counterfeit products?
Question 2. Many marketplace websites rely on user/crowd reporting to identify Knock-offs and counterfeit goods. Are these methods effective?
References:
Rubin, B.F. (2016). Meet Brand Central, Amazon's secret new plan to squash counterfeits. Retrieved from
https://www.cnet.com/news/meet-amazon-brand-central-secret-new-plan-to-squash-counterfeits/
Your answer must be in minimum 200 words.