Summary
Contents
This compilation analyzes the differences between the concepts of ‘social responsibility’ and ‘business ethics’, which are often erroneously interpreted to be the same. It explains that social responsibility is a characteristic but just one of the many aspects of the much wider concept of business ethics. The collection includes contributions from experts from diverse fields such as industry, academia, and non-governmental organizations, who present the theoretical underpinning of the concepts, along with real-life case studies dealing with the varied, hands-on experiences of leaders from different industries.
This book will be an insightful read for professionals in the field of business and management.
Integrating Environmental Management in Small Industries of India: Towards Socially Responsible Initiatives
Integrating Environmental Management in Small Industries of India: Towards Socially Responsible Initiatives
Introduction
The focus on environmental impact has been on the rise and companies are struggling to keep up (Gupta and Sharma, 1996). As this trend continues, the question arises of how best should industries manage productivity and at the same time increase profits without causing damage to the environment. This challenge is faced by Indian industries, and in addition, they are faced with the problem of how to effectively make use of their processes and deliver environmental-friendly products. In India, industrial pollution is regarded the worst among the many environmental impacts that are causing damage through excessive exploitation of resources and degradation ...