Discussion 4 - Strategy Process and Social Issues

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Now we're on the downslope of the course. As we begin to conclude, Iet us focus on the intersection of "good intentions" and "social issues". We know that there is a difference in analysis, formulation, and implementation; the first several chapters dealt with analysis, chapters 5-8 was formulation, and the final four chapters involve implementation. We also know that managers have tough decisions when they try to navigate social norms and ethical priorities while promoting profits.

For instance, is the continued ExxonMobil focus on fossil fuel rather than on renewable energy a good intention or a "unsocial and nonenvironmental". Or is our continued demand for meats and the corresponding production, a good intention or a not given the pollution generation of giant herds of animals. What events can you present to address this dilemma?