Case Analysis - Instructions:
Case - Apple Inc.'s Ethical Success and Challenges
The requirements and guidelines for preparing the written report on case analysis are described below:
1. Provide the summary of the case?
2. Identify and state clearly the problem(s) or issue(s) in the case?
3. Discuss appropriate laws and ethical theories and/or concepts relevant to the problem and/or issues identified. The purpose is to spot the issues; knowing what is the issue is in some sense more important than knowing the answers. It is okay to say that the answer is not clear; in such a case, present both sides of the argument, then say which argument should prevail, and why?
4. State any and all assumptions, but do not spend valuable space on non-issues or extreme tangents. If you need further factual information to assess fully the legal and ethical issues, note what additional facts you need to know and how those facts would affect the outcome. Be sure to explain the principles of law you are applying and your ethical reasoning. Refer to cases (both legal and teaching cases) to the extent it's helpful to do so.
5. Explain and elaborate your answers to all the questions related to the case by providing convincing arguments based on relevant laws and ethical theories, concepts and readings from the textbook or from class notes or other courses by making a proper citation.
i. Explain how Apple's philosophy and organizational culture have impacted how it handles ethical decisions.
ii. Why is Apple's industry so competitive and how could this affect the ethical risks in Apple's operations?
iii. How do you think Apple has handled the various ethical issues that it has faced in the past?
6. Provide recommendations/suggestions that integrate legal and ethical aspects as discussed in class. Include ethical considerations and strategies for resolution.
7. Described what you have learned from doing this case.
8. Your answer is limited to 1500 words, double-spaced, in 12-point font.