scholarly journals The Emergent Nature of Networked Sustainable Procurement

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 134
Author(s):  
Per Engelseth ◽  
Richard Glavee-Geo ◽  
Artur Janusz ◽  
Enoch Niboi
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Models ◽  
Triple Bottom Line ◽  
Oil Refinery ◽  
Business Network ◽  
Bottom Line ◽  
Sustainable Procurement ◽  
A Value ◽  
Managerial Action ◽  
Series Type

The complex and networked nature of sustainable procurement is evoked through confronting two conceptual models, the triple bottom line-inspired parallel-type “interlocking circles model” with the more systems-oriented series-type “concentric circles model”. This endeavor is integrated with a developed application of contingency theory rooted in network thinking. Two subcase narratives from Ghana, one in the upstream portion of the supply chain associated with exploration and platform-based production, and the other an oil refinery in the downstream part are provided. Interaction, interdependency, and integration, all associated with value, conceptually ground the analyses. A developed empirically grounded conceptual model depicts sustainability as systemically intertwined with value and networked in an immediate business, network, and wider noncontextual natural and social environment. Sustainable procurement is networked, a value creating managerial process rather than, as the triple bottom line posits, a norm “out there” directing managerial action. Sustainability is inherently complex. Rather than guiding action through deterministic ethical norms, it emerges as emergent practices primarily through purposeful interaction within the supply network that instead may be interpreted and developed in a long-term sense through using the two discussed conceptual models on sustainable production.

scholarly journals CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: ANALYSIS OF THEORIES AND MODELS

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 22-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pavlo Brin ◽  
Mohamad Nassif Nehme
Keyword(s):  
Triple Bottom Line ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Bottom Line ◽  
Business Corporation ◽  
The Third ◽  
Community Interest ◽  
Line Theory ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
A Company

Various definitions, forms, and theories related to Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) are presented in this article. Nowadays most corporations follow different methodologies to implement CSR approach. But in most cases corporation follow CSR methodology that reflects only its shareholders’ interest neglecting its community interest. Critical analysis and comparison for the main CSR theories are presented also, followed by a conclusion about a comprehensive form of CSR that targets both shareholders and community interest. Three of the main CSR theories and models have been represented and analyzed in this article: The Carroll Theory, The Triple Bottom Line Theory, and The Stakeholder Theories. Since any business corporation has to adopt one of these theories, this study reveals the strength and challenges of every theory. There is no doubt that every theory has been well analyzed by its founder or scholar, but an advanced understanding for every theory will make it possible for a corporation’s managers and decision makers to implement long term social and environmental strategies with more accurate achievements. This article is divided into four main sections, the first section presents Carroll’s model for CSR, followed by the second, which is about the Triple Bottom Line theory for CSR, and the third represents the Stakeholder theory. The fourth section analyzes three CSR theories and sheds light on the core responsibility of every theory. Comprehensive analysis for the three recognized CSR models was represented in a table to help readers to locate and clarify systemic differences and common features between the three theories. The last section of the article reveals three main outcomes, the first outcome represents a recommendation for the implementation process of adopting any of the three theories, and which is divided into an internal and external level. The second outcome reveals the importance of addressing a specialized committee for CSR by a company, followed by the third outcome that discusses some of the implications of this analysis for future CSR research and studies.

Competencies for sustainability in hotels: insights from Brazil

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anete Alberton ◽  
Ana Paula Kieling ◽  
Franciane Reinert Lyra ◽  
Estela Maria Hoffmann ◽  
Mariana Pires Vidal Lopez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hotel Industry ◽  
Triple Bottom Line ◽  
Business Practices ◽  
Negative Externalities ◽  
Bottom Line ◽  
Environmental Practices ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Hotel Managers ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThis study analyzes the competencies toward sustainability in hotel facilities in order to identify the level of implementation of sustainability practices, as well as individual competencies for sustainability in the hospitality companies.Design/methodology/approachInterviews and a survey with hotel employees were conducted in two important touristic Brazilian cities, Florianopolis, and Rio de Janeiro, considering the TBL (triple bottom line) dimensions. The data were analyzed with content analysis and descriptive statistics and conjoint analysis.FindingsPreventive competencies in the companies' management were identified. The research also revealed that competencies for sustainability are fairly present in the hospitality context yet, which demonstrates the urgency to discuss the theme in both academic and business practices.Research limitations/implicationsThe access to the hotel managers impaired the performing of a robust statistical analysis; the study provided new insights about the topics investigated and generated information for the theoretical framework about competencies for sustainability.Practical implicationsThe research results emphasized the need for the hotel industry to invest in sustainable strategies to meet its target audience, but also to raise the level of its staff and reduce costs in the long term, offering benefits to society, the environment, and, to their businesses.Social implicationsThe research socially contributes through promoting discussion on sustainability, which is one of the most challenging and relevant issues for society. Besides, it can assist the diffusion of the competencies for sustainability in the hotel industry, as an attempt to decrease their negative externalities on the environment and primary audiences.Originality/valueIt was identified a distance between practice and the triple bottom line concept, which is linked only to environmental practices. Besides, it was found limited knowledge about the concepts of competencies in the companies.

scholarly journals A Sustainable Plan to Rescue HR from Itself

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (14) ◽  
pp. 7587
Author(s):  
James W. Westerman
Keyword(s):  
Human Resource ◽  
Triple Bottom Line ◽  
Transformational Change ◽  
Bottom Line ◽  
Cost Center ◽  
Strategic Role ◽  
Business Function ◽  
Hr Function ◽  
Change Efforts

The Human Resource (HR) function is often viewed by those in organizations as a process function and a cost-center, which results in an enhanced risk of outsourcing and automation. However, HR is also uniquely positioned to engage firms in cross-functional transformational change efforts, as its work is embedded in every business function within an organization. Sustainable HR and the triple bottom line (TBL) present opportunities for HR to build a strategic role within organizations. This essay provides strategic and tactical models, with specific steps for implementation, to assist HR in re-assert its role in driving the competitiveness of the firm through Sustainable HR.

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