Name and describe the four (4) approaches to social responsibility.
DEFINATION
Social responsibility is an ethical suggests that an entity, be it an organization or individual, has an obligation to act for the benefit of society at large. Social responsibility is a duty every individual has to perform so as to maintain a balance between the economy and the ecosystems. A trade-off may exist between economic development, in the material sense, and the welfare of the society and environment, though this has been challenged by many reports over the past decade. Social responsibility means sustaining the equilibrium between the two. It pertains not only to business organizations but also to everyone who’s any action impacts the environment .This responsibility can be passive, by avoiding engaging in socially harmful acts, or active, by performing activities that directly advance social goals.
Approaches
· Obstructive
· Defensive
· Accommodating
· Proactive
Obstructive
Company that takes an obstructive stance to social responsibility attempts by defending its economic policies by blocking any attempts to pointing out the company's lack. An obstructive company does not make social responsibility an effort, instead making profits the most important aspect of its business. Some people view obstructive businesses as immoral since they may exploit their employees, pollute natural lands or deceive customers. When faced with specific social demands, obstructive companies often deny any wrongdoing.
Defensive
Companies that take a defensive stance towards social responsibility are not particularly responsible. These companies may consider themselves neutral, and they make profits a more important motive than performing actions in a socially responsible w...
