A shoe maker in US was slow in responding problems with its suppliers. The suppliers in Asian countries used child labor and did not pay for overtime work. Non-compliance was tolerated by the shoe maker as long as the suppliers promise to try harder next time. The shoe maker admits responsibility for the problem but did the least required to meet societal expectation. So the problems had lasted for years. Eventually, the shoe maker and the suppliers worked together to solve the problems. Which of the following would best explain the shore makers social responsiveness strategy?

1. Proactive strategy.

2. Reactive strategy.

3. Accommodative strategy.

4. Defensive strategy.