The Emerging Business Imperative of Social Responsibility
Kartikeya Kompella
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There has been, for a long while, a discussion on whether the responsibility of business is towards society or towards its investors. It's probably fair to say that this debate would not have become as heated as it has, but for the growing social consciousness across stakeholders and the increasingly penetrative voice of socially minded groups, whether non-profits, the media or individuals with views.
As the demand for greater social...