World Inc.: When It Comes to Solutions - Both Local and Global - Businesses Are Now More Powerful Than Government. Welcome to World Inc.

Bruce Piasecki

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Fifty-one of the world's top 100 economies are now corporations. More than 40 percent of world trade now takes place within multinational corporations. We now know that the world is flat, but what does that mean for the future of business and society?

Dr. Bruce Piasecki, one of the top energy and environmental consultants to companies such as Toyota, BP, Chevron, DuPont and Dow Chemical, provides a groundbreaking new work showing that social response by firms will be the new benchmark by which corporations will be judged and can drive profits.

As power moves into the hands of corporations, the world is looking to corporations instead of governments to solve its problems. The corporations that can best address social issues by creating superior products will thrive and profit in this new world.

"A rare but important vision into our future world-a robust world where 'buy and sell' decisions are made not only on the basis of price, quality and availability but also on the basis of environmental, social and economic criteria..." -Bill Sugar, Senior Director, Anheuser-Busch Corporation

"By linking environmental and social performance to product differentiation at major companies such as Toyota and HP, Bruce Piasecki has illuminated an important source of competitive advantage and stock value in the 21st century."

-Dr. Chris Laszlo, Founding Partner, Sustainable Value Partners

What will you learn from this book

  1. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): The book likely delves into the concept of CSR and how businesses are increasingly taking on social and environmental responsibilities beyond profit-making.

  2. Global Solutions: Insights into how businesses play a significant role in developing solutions to global challenges, transcending traditional governmental roles.

  3. Local Impact: Discussions on how businesses, through their local operations, can have a positive impact on communities, contributing to social and economic development.

  4. Power Shift: The book may discuss the changing power dynamics, suggesting that businesses are now more powerful agents for change than governments in certain contexts.

  5. Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Exploration of how innovation and entrepreneurial activities within businesses can lead to creative solutions for global issues.

  6. Sustainable Business Practices: Insights into how businesses are adopting sustainable practices, recognizing the long-term benefits of environmentally and socially responsible operations.

  7. Public-Private Partnerships: Discussions on the importance of collaboration between businesses and governments in addressing complex challenges, emphasizing the effectiveness of public-private partnerships.

  8. Economic Influence: The book may highlight how businesses influence economies on a global scale, shaping policies and practices that impact societies and individuals.

  9. Adaptability and Responsiveness: Businesses are likely discussed as entities that can quickly adapt to changing circumstances and respond to emerging challenges in ways that might be more agile than bureaucratic government structures.

  10. Stakeholder Engagement: Exploration of how businesses engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including customers, employees, and communities, to create positive social and economic outcomes.

Language English
ISBN-10 978-1402208713
ISBN-13 9781402208713
No of pages 284
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Sourcebooks
Published Date 10 Apr 2007

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Author : Bruce Piasecki

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