Responsibility Of Organizations Research Articles

Tobacco companies, corporate social responsibility and the use of third-party awards: a framing analysis

ObjectiveCorporate social responsibility activities, such as third-party awards, provide an opportunity for tobacco companies (TCs) to promote themselves as socially, economically and environmentally responsible organisations. This study aimed to determine...

Социально-этический маркетинг как инструмент реализации концепции устойчивого развития социально ответственной организации

The issues of using the concept of sustainable development in the management practice of modern enterprises and organizations focused on development and permanent strategic growth are updated. The indicators of sustainable development of an economic entity in the trinity of economic, social and environmental indicators are presented. It is determined that the concept of socio-ethical marketing implemented by the organization as a tool of a socially responsible organization maximally contributes to achieving the goals of a progressive modern concept. The analysis of the tools of social and ethical marketing of the EFKO Group of Companies (EFKO Group) of the Belgorod region, one of the largest food companies in the Russian Federation, a leader in the fat and oil industry market, guided in its activities by the principles inherent in the concept of sustainable development. The dynamics of the main indicators of the Group's economic activity against the background of permanent investments in the implementation of social and ethical activities is presented. The correlation of the value of social investments (expenses for social and ethical marketing) and the value of sales (revenue) of EFKO Group indicates a close relationship between the analyzed indicators. The profit forecast using the exponential smoothing method against the background of growing social investments and social and ethical activity of EFKO Group proves the expediency (including economic) of implementing social and ethical marketing and defines this toolkit as contributing to the growth of the organization's competitiveness not only through active marketing activities, but also through the formation and maintaining a positive image and business reputation of the company; strengthening the image of a socially oriented employer, which is confirmed by the results of independent comparative studies and assessment of the investment and credit attractiveness of companies in the market.

Producer responsibility organization how non-profit organizations

In connection with the adoption of the Law of Ukraine «On Waste Management», for the first time in Ukraine, such a special subject of these legal relations as an extended producer responsibility organization appears as part of the subjects of administrative legal relations. In Europe, these organizations have been operating for decades, while in Ukraine their activities are just beginning. In this regard, it should be noted that the role of the state, which exercises control over the activities of such business entities on its territory, is always quite important. This control and managerial influence on the activities of certain business entities often depends not only on the areas of their activities, but also on their organizational and legal forms, their profitability or non-profitability, which determines their tax status and forms a certain model of interaction with regulatory authorities. This article analyzes the approach of the Ukrainian legislator to the definition of extended producer responsibility organizations in Ukraine as non-profit organizations, and points out a number of legal issues that may arise in the future in connection with the functioning of the EPROs exclusively as non-profit organizations. It is also stated that the waste management legislation, as it exists today, is new for our country, as it is the result of harmonization of Ukrainian legislation with EU legislation, which, accordingly, provides for its adaptation to the specifics of the work of state bodies, existing business processes and business practices in Ukraine. This raises the need to address certain issues that might not otherwise have been raised. One of these issues is the non-profitability of RWMOs, which the author of the article considers to be the result of an unbalanced approach of the legislator to solving certain problems of RWMOs in Ukraine, and therefore proposes: amendments to certain legislative acts regulating the field of waste management in Ukraine, changing the status of RWMOs from non-profit to profit, which, in the author’s opinion, will allow to build a more efficient waste management system and achieve targets for waste recovery and recycling in Ukraine with the participation of organizations with extended responsibility.

Multifaceted perception of school climate: association between students’ and teachers’ perceptions and other teacher factors

IntroductionThis study aimed to investigate whether there is a significant association between teachers’ and students’ perceptions of school climate, and if not, whether teacher factors are associated with the respective perceptions.MethodsThe participants included 1,831 students and 59 homeroom teachers from 11 public elementary and junior high schools in Japan. Multilevel models were used to examine the association between students’ and teachers’ perceptions of school climate.ResultsOf the three teacher-rated school climate scales, only teacher-perceived disciplinary climate was associated with students’ perceptions of school climate. Teachers’ working conditions, such as self-efficacy and stress, were associated with teachers’ perceptions but not students’ perceptions of school climate. Disciplinary climate was associated with students’ perceptions of school climate, even after accounting for the teachers’ working conditions.DiscussionItems questioning specific student behaviors, such as those included in the disciplinary climate scale, may be effective in avoiding incongruence with student evaluations. Moreover, maintaining disciplinary climate itself is important for students’ positive perceptions of the school climate. A disciplinary climate in which teachers and students share responsibility for learning and classroom organization, and strategies that support positive student behavior are preferable to exclusionary discipline strategies. Incorporating feedback data gathered through classroom observations or student perceptions is also important in resolving the incongruence between teachers’ and students’ perceptions of the school climate.

Analysing Quality Assurance Levels in Extended Producer Responsibility-Regulated Recycling Sectors

AbstractThis article describes and analyses quality assurance systems (QASs) in the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulated recycling industry. It is explained how the European Union sees EPR as an instrument to reduce waste and emissions. QASs could steer the recycling industry towards corporate sustainability and high-level value retention recycling, but it is unclear how current QASs function. This article fills this research gap. Policymakers and Producer Responsibility Organisations can use the results to improve QASs to increase sustainability and circularity in the EPR-regulated recycling industry. Research on this has been carried out through case studies that describe and analyse specific product groups. The QASs are assessed on their functioning in terms of how they work towards higher value retention options by increasing the level of cascading, and by assessing the implementation of corporate sustainability, including the incentive to improve business practices continuously. Besides, auditing processes are evaluated on whether they work towards recognised audit principles for good auditing. It is concluded that current QASs in the EPR-regulated recycling industry are not working towards higher value retention options and changes must be made to organise this. Four recommendations are given.

Management Guidelines for Listed Companies on the Stock Exchange of Thailand for Moving Towards Sustainability

The United Nations introduced “Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development” as a global action plan with 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 169 targets. In alignment with this agenda, the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) launched the Thailand Sustainability Investment Index (THSI) in 2015 to promote Environ­mental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. However, the number of sustainable companies has decreased, and Thailand’s economic competitiveness and foreign direct investment (FDI) have declined. This research thus aimed to develop guidelines for becoming a sustainable company using a mixed-methodology approach, including qualitative interviews, survey study, and focus group discussions. Quantitative data came from a survey of 500 sustainable companies listed on SET. The findings indicated that guidelines for SET-listed companies to achieve sustainability should consist of four latent variables, arranged in order of importance: organizational support, environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate good governance. The most critical factor identified is the accurate and transparent reporting of financial performance. Additionally, the tested hypothesis indicated differences in market capitalization with overall aspects significantly different at the 0.05 level. These insights provide valuable strategies for businesses, policymakers, and educational institutions dedicated to advancing sustainable development and improving economic competitiveness in Thailand.

Corporate Social Responsibility: A Paradigm Shift towards Organizational Care for Employees’ Wellbeing

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has gained significant attention in recent years, with organizations increasingly focusing on their impact on society and the environment. However, while many organizations prioritize external stakeholders, the well-being of internal stakeholders, particularly employees, is often overlooked. This article contends that an authentic socially responsible organization should care for the well-being of both external and internal stakeholders equally. Through a literature review, this study examined the concept of CSR in the context of employees’ well-being. It developed a conceptual framework to theorize how deliberate organizational initiatives can improve employees' overall well-being, ultimately contributing to their quality of work life and life satisfaction. The study highlights the importance of responsible organizations demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility towards their employees through organizational care and implementing sound workplace practices and policies. This study emphasizes the need for increased attention to the internal dimensions of CSR and greater transparency in reporting structured practices that support employees’ well-being.

Roles of different organizations in implementing patient-reported measures in routine maternity care in Finland

BackgroundThe integration of patient-centered care (PCC) and value-based healthcare (VBHC) principles, emphasizing personalized, responsive care and cost efficiency, is crucial in modern healthcare. Despite advocation from the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM) for the global adoption of these principles through patient-reported measures (PRMs), their implementation, especially the pregnancy and childbirth (PCB) set, remains limited in maternity care. This study focuses on understanding the optimal organizational entity for integrating standard ICHOM-PCB-PRMs into routine maternity care in Finland. It aims to clarify the distribution of tasks among stakeholders and gather Finnish maternity healthcare professionals’ perspectives on organizational responsibility in PRM collection. The emphasis was on identifying the optimal organizational framework for managing PRMs in maternity care.ResultsA total of 66 maternity healthcare professionals participated in the study, reaching a consensus that public maternity care centers in Finland should be the primary entity responsible for managing PRMs in the maternity sector. Key aspects such as confidence with the role as a mother, maternal confidence with breastfeeding, and satisfaction with the result of care were identified as crucial and should be inquired about in both public maternity care centers and hospital maternity wards. The findings highlight the importance of comprehensive and consistent attention to these PRMs across public maternity care centers and hospital maternity settings to ensure holistic and effective maternal care.ConclusionsThe study highlights the central role of public maternity care centers in the collection and management of PRMs within Finnish maternity care, as agreed upon by the professional consensus. It underscores the importance of a consistent and holistic approach to PRM inquiry across different care settings to enhance the quality and effectiveness of maternity care. This finding is crucial for policymakers and healthcare practitioners, suggesting that reinforcing the collaborative efforts between public maternity care centers and hospital maternity wards is vital for a patient-centric, efficient healthcare system. Aligning with PCC and VBHC principles, this approach aims to improve healthcare outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women in Finland, emphasizing the need for a unified strategy in managing maternity care.

Expression of Concern: “Understanding social responsibility and relational pressures in nonprofit organisations”

Expression of Concern: “Understanding social responsibility and relational pressures in nonprofit organisations”

Líneas de investigación y perspectivas futuras de los estudios organizacionales: una revisión

Organizational studies allow us to analyze and understand the functioning of organizations, generate knowledge and improve their management and performance, from perspectives different from the classic ones with which the organizational phenomenon has been analyzed in a traditional way; These perspectives invite a critical look at this phenomenon. However, it is relevant to evaluate its potential to provide theories, models and tools that help advance the field of management and improve the effectiveness and sustainability of organizations. To date, no review has been identified in Scopus that synthesizes the literature on organizational studies from a bibliometric analysis, by doing so, this article provides a basis for researchers in organizational studies to learn about various future lines of research. The objective of this document is to review scientific documents published in Scopus(r) on organizational studies, to propose a structure of published scientific knowledge, so that different future lines of research are offered. 1091 documents were found that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria in the database that were processed with Bibliometrix, VosViewer and ToS. The main lines of research identified were: a) Leadership and management of organizational change; b) Changing, diverse and inclusive work environments; c) Legitimation, sustainability and organizational responsibility.

Circular economy‐based operational strategies in the management of solar photovoltaics e‐waste: A multi‐stakeholder perspective

AbstractThe growing field of circular economy (CE) offers a promising framework for the sustainable management of end‐of‐life (EOL) electronic waste (e‐waste). However, translating this concept into a practical solution necessitates a nuanced understanding of implementation hurdles. This study delves into the complexities of EOL solar photovoltaic (PV) e‐waste management within the Indian context. We propose a novel, structurally defined CE model specifically designed to address these challenges. Our research engages a diverse group of stakeholders, encompassing academic experts, e‐waste collectors, and recyclers. By leveraging established literature and expert insights, we identify and analyze 18 key inhibitors to CE implementation. The Grey‐DEMATEL method is employed to elucidate the causal relationships and interdependencies among these inhibitors, while Euclidean distance analysis reveals areas of consensus and divergence in stakeholder perspectives. Our findings highlight prevalent challenges, including a lack of incentives for e‐waste collection and recycling, alongside shortcomings in extended producer responsibility and producer responsibility organization strategies. Ultimately, this investigation informs the development of targeted interventions aimed at bolstering reduce‐reuse‐recycle initiatives for EOL solar PV e‐waste within the Indian solar energy sector.

“English Is Not Really a Subject”: Language Ideologies and Language Learning in an Introduction Program

AbstractThis paper explores the construction of language ideologies and language learning within English‐language education in a Language Introduction Program (LIP) in Sweden. LIP is an individual transitional program for newly arrived migrant students that seeks to quickly transition adolescents into further education or the job market. High proficiency in English is important in Swedish society and insufficient knowledge of English might lead to consequences for individuals, but also long‐term consequences for society regarding inequality and inequity. The methodology is based on linguistic ethnography, with observations and interviews at two schools. Data from interviews with English teachers and principals at LIP are analyzed using Foucauldian perspectives to discuss power and individualization. Our results show that LIP is organized in a manner that reduces teachers' possibilities to cooperate and assist each other in planning, assessing, and in developing teaching practices. To a certain extent, principals withdraw from their responsibility and place a significant amount of organizational responsibility on individual English teachers. Furthermore, monolingual ideologies are prominent in educational practices, and LIP is often positioned as different from the rest of the school which increases isolation.

Corporate Social Responsibility and Society 5.0: Assessing Consumer Awareness, Loyalty, and Trust toward Socially Responsible Organizations

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and Society 5.0 (s5.0) are transformative models that both seek a human-centric approach by integrating certain capabilities for the betterment of stakeholders. This study investigates the nexus among CSR, brand awareness, customer trust (CrT), the s5.0 model, and customer loyalty (CrL) from the perspective of a developing nation, China. Structural equation modeling using partial least squares was applied to a sample size of eight hundred and ninety-three (N = 893). First, the study confirmed a positive relationship between CSR, brand awareness, and customer loyalty. Second, the study revealed a positive linkage through the mediation of customer trust. Finally, a moderating effect of the s5.0 model was found at the nexus of CSR, brand awareness, and brand loyalty. This study provides several insights into corporate social responsibility, brand awareness, and brand loyalty with additional facts on how customer trust and Society 5.0 may play important roles in engaging stakeholders such as customers in the present era. Therefore, managers should prioritize CSR along with Society 5.0 practices that can help to win over customers and elicit their loyalty and trust toward organizations.

240 Does fall prevention also have to hinder physical activity?

Abstract Purpose Physical activity is effective for preventing falls and improves physical and mental health, increase function and quality of life. Regarding people at high risk of falling, such as residents at nursing homes, global guidelines recommend individually adapted exercise programs to prevent falls. These guidelines are not followed. We aimed to map out physical activity among people living at a nursing home. To our knowledge, this is the first study measuring physical activity 24 hours per day among residents at a nursing home. Method In this pilot study, persons who lived at one nursing home and could walk without a walking aid wore an Inertial Measurement Unit for 24 hours per day for 3 months. Main outcome measure was steps per day. For each participant, the mean steps per day during the period was calculated and for the total group, the median value of the mean steps per day was calculated. Results The participants (n = 5), three women and 2 men, 72 to 98 years old, walked in a median of 65 steps per day (10-356). Conclusion In Sweden, instead of following guidelines, technical solutions that monitor if a person tries to move are introduced at nursing homes, often in the form of web cameras. This means that falls are prevented by hindering physical activity and making sure the residents do not move at all. Our study shows that people living in nursing homes can have a very low level of physical activity. We call on all responsible organizations to initiate activities and efforts that enable rather than hinder physical activity. For example, use technology that promotes physical activity, build gyms located in nursing homes, use Virtual Reality to make the bike ride seem to take place outside in a beautiful landscape, and employ physiotherapists who can do balance-training exercises on an everyday basis.

Comparative analysis of corporate social responsibility management: foreign experience

Building the concept of a socially responsible enterprise is an important element of the process of implementing sustainable development at enterprises and in the country as a whole. The purpose of the paper is the analysis and systematization of key aspects of social protection, provision of social services, organization and management of social responsibility of enterprises, organizations and the state as a whole in developed countries of the world in order to develop a mechanism of social responsibility management in Ukraine. To achieve the goal, the following tasks have been set to research modern approaches to social protection and the provision of social services in foreign countries of the world, as well as to analyze the best foreign practices in managing social responsibility at the enterprise, local and state levels. A scheme of interconnection of local social responsibility, consisting of external and internal and operating at the level of the enterprise, region, industry, and state, has been built. The scheme made it possible to substantiate the criteria by which the analysis was carried out - social protection, social services, management of social responsibility by levels (state, local and enterprise or organization level). It was concluded that the management of social responsibility is carried out in countries according to the models of social responsibility chosen by the state in accordance with traditions and culture. At the same time, there is no single classification of these models. The classifications differ only in the complete disclosure of the European model. It has been proven that the models of social responsibility differ in the level of intervention by state authorities regarding social protection and the provision of social services. The conducted comparative analysis will allow to build a mechanism for managing the social responsibility of the enterprise.

Framing Collective Moral Responsibility for Climate Change: A Longitudinal Frame Analysis of Energy Company Climate Reporting

AbstractResponding to climate change and avoiding irreversible climate tipping points requires radical and drastic action by 2030. This urgency raises serious questions for energy companies, one of the world’s largest emitters of greenhouse gases (GHGs), in terms of how they frame, and reframe, their response to climate change. Despite the majority of energy companies releasing ambitious statements declaring net zero carbon ambitions, this ‘talk’ has not been matched with sufficient urgency or substantive climate action. To unpack the disconnect between talk and action, this paper draws on the literature on framing, organisational hypocrisy, and collective moral responsibility. We conduct a longitudinal qualitative content analysis of the framing of climate change used by the ten largest European investor-owned energy companies and the actions they have taken to shift their business practices. Our findings reveal three main categories of energy companies: (i) deflecting, (ii) stagnating, and (iii) evolving. We show key differences in the relationship between framing and action over time for each category, revealing how deflecting companies have larger and persistent gaps between green talk and concrete action and how stagnating companies are delaying action despite increased green talk, while evolving companies exhibit a closer link between talk and action that tends to be realised over time. Our analysis reveals how competing approaches to framing collective moral responsibility help understand the trajectories of talk and action across the different categories of energy companies. This research makes several contributions to the literature on organisational hypocrisy and collective moral responsibility in the context of climate change. Our analysis highlights the complex relationship between collective moral responsibility, organisational hypocrisy and climate action, revealing how different collective framings—diffuse, teleological, or agential—can both enable and offset substantive climate action. The study also enriches our understanding of the performative nature of collective moral responsibility by examining its temporal dimensions and showing how an agential, backward-looking focus is associated with more meaningful climate action.

TOP MANAGEMENT ROLE IN ENSURING SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES: EXPLORATORY REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Purpose: Top management plays a crucial role in implementing Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SSCM) practices, especially in developing countries, by driving performance, securing resources, and promoting necessary changes. This study explores how top management's commitment and strategic leadership impact SSCM adoption and implementation in developing countries like Ghana, where SSCM adoption rates are low and empirical research is lacking. Method: Using a qualitative research design and a systematic literature review from the SCOPUS database, the study analyzes peer-reviewed studies from 2010 onwards. Results and Conclusion: Findings reveal that top management's commitment to sustainability fosters organizational responsibility, innovation, and compliance with ethical standards, encouraging proactive approaches to opportunities, market adaptation, and green practices. Research Implication: These insights provide practical recommendations for improving performance, building trust, and achieving sustainable development goals, contributing significantly to the understanding of SSCM practices and their positive impact on organizational performance. Originality/Value: By leveraging empirical work this study builds analytical patterns on issues that relate with management roles and sustainable supply chain management. The standardized assessment of the issues provides a trustworthy result as this study does not entirely rely on the exclusive opinion of the researchers but is based on standard deduction of the role of managers in ensuring the adoption of sustainable supply chain management within industries.

Sustainability in Secondary Use of Health Data - A Scoping Review.

This scoping review investigates sustainability in the reuse of health data on a technological, intra-organizational, inter-organizational, and regulatory level. Thereby, it focuses on the evolutionary, relational, and durational perspective of sustainability. The study highlights various challenges in achieving data sustainability, from regulatory norms such as FAIR principles towards data governance processes and responsibilities in organizations that facilitate data sharing. By highlighting the need for economic sustainability of health data sharing platforms and adapted principles for data sharing, this study aims to analyze current practices that aim for sustainability in the secondary use of health data.

Optimizing Sustainable Performance Green Talent Management Strategies Focused on Core Competencies

This study aims to examine the relationship among green innovation performance (GIP), sustainable performance (SP), and green talent management (GTM) through the lens of natural resource. It investigates the moderating impact of organizational corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitment and the mediation influence of green core competencies (GCC). GTM is deemed crucial in the development of sustainability programs. Subsequently, it gathered employee data from 362 Pakistani small- and medium-sized enterprises based on judgmental sampling. Finally, by employing SmartPLS 4 software, the research conclusion finds the following: GTM advances GCC, expands a company's pledge to CSR, and boosts the link between GTM and environmental outcomes. The research underlines the importance of organizational commitment to CSR and green core competencies to understand the dynamics between GTM and sustainable performance and green innovation. Lastly, the value of a comprehensive personnel management strategy to promote eco-friendly behavior is demonstrated.

The Accident Rate in the Construction Sector: A Work Proposal for Its Reduction through the Standardization of Safe Work Processes

The statistics on work-related accidents published by the responsible organizations reveal that the average rate of work accidents within the construction sector is more than double that in other industrial sectors. This serious problem has been analyzed by numerous international organizations and institutes dedicated to occupational safety, health and welfare. Therefore, in this article, some results of a research project that aims to reduce workplace accidents through the standardization of safe work processes and procedures in construction sites are summarized. The proposed methodology consisted of the analysis of national and international bibliographies to analyze the different annual variations in the accident rate, allowing a common pattern to be located, as well as its association with the work processes carried out in construction projects to standardize each of the processes which are present in the execution and life phases of the building. It is possible to conclude that the accident rates can be reduced and/or eliminated with the application of each of the processes thanks to the obtained results.