In regards to the link, if any, there should be between a company's efforts to craft and execute a winning strategy and its duties to (1) conduct its activities in an ethical manner; (2) demonstrate socially responsible behavior by being committed corporate citizens and attending to the needs of non-owner stakeholders-employees, the communities in which it operates, the disadvantaged, and society as a whole; and (3) limit its strategic initiatives to those that meet the needs of consumers without depleting resources needed by future generations.
The question:
Do you think companies today are behaving more ethically and with greater social responsibility? If so, why? If not, why not? What evidence do you offer to support your position? Lastly, offer up a company that has done well (or poorly) in regards to ethical behavior and/or corporate responsibility.