Code of Ethics

Paper Summary:

This paper proposes a system of inquiry for use by business organizations interested in following a code of ethics or conduct when engaging in business activities. The writer explains that the system of inquiry is a tool that organizations can use to ensure that all decision- making and policy-making activities within the organization occur in a manner consistent with the values and morals of the organization, as outlined by the organization's code of ethics. Further, the writer points out that the system of inquiry can help guide business managers and key executives within the organization when weighing the benefits versus costs of engaging in various business activities. This paper entails the use of a system of inquiry to evaluate decision making, problem solving and social behaviors in a business setting.

Outline:
Overview of the System of Inquiry
System of Inquiry
How Do Business Decisions Affect Internal and External Customers?
Can The Problem Be Solved in an Ethical Manner?
When Should The Code of Ethics Be Considered?
Who Should Use the System of Inquiry?
Conclusions

From the Paper:

"The system of inquiry proposed will use as its foundation the Matsushita Group's code of conduct. This code's purpose includes maintaining the organization's commitment to "social contributions" through business related activities and promoting corporate "social responsibility" to customers of the organization, both internal and external. The code of conduct used applies to all member of the organization including executive members and front line managers as well as front line employees of the organization. The code of conduct suggests that the organization must embrace integrated processes and philosophies reflecting the diverse population employed and serviced by the organization."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Boudreaux, G. & Steiner, Tracey. Developing a Code of Ethics." Management Quarterly, 46.1: 2005, p. 2
• Matsushita Group. "Code of Conduct." Panasonic.

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