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Critique of Southwire Ethics Policy University of Phoenix

A critical review of Southwire's ethics policy, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses.

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Critique of Southwire Ethics Policy University of Phoenix - Page 1 preview imageEthics1Critique of Southwire Ethics PolicyUniversity of PhoenixCritically evaluate Southwire's ethical policies and practices, including theireffectiveness in promoting a culture of ethics within the company. How do theirprograms, such as the 'Whistleblower' and 'Just Ask' policies, contribute to ensuringcompliance and fostering ethical behavior at all levels? In your response, discuss thestrengths and weaknesses of Southwire's ethical initiatives. (Word count: 800-1000
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Critique of Southwire Ethics Policy University of Phoenix - Page 3 preview imageEthics2IntroductionThe Southwire Company is North America’s leading manufacturer of wire andcable. Southwire maintains and publishes manuscripts detailing the organizationscommitment to ethics. The manuscript can be accessed via the company websiteandthrough printed documentation within the company.Southwire entitles the company’scode of ethics as “Do the Right Thing”; thepolicy ensures thatbusiness at Southwire isconducted in a manner that meats ethical expectations (Southwire, 2010).Southwire’scommitment to “Doing the Right Thing” extends beyond legal expectations. Thecompany website states “our goal is to expand our employee ethicstraining so that every employee gets an ethics refresher course every two years”(Southwire, p. 1, 2010).Southwire’s commitment to ethical practices is above standardand easily identifiable throughout business operations.SouthwireThe Southwire Company was established in 1950 in rural Western Georgia; thecompany currently employs around 4000 people worldwide (Southwire, 2010).Thecompany’s main revenue is generated from the sale of wire and cable used to transmitelectricity. Southwire’s commitment to excellence and leadership of the electricalindustry is unparalleled by their competitors.Few ethical problems have plaguedSouthwire during the company’s 60 year history. The organizations commitment toethics is rooted in privately owned family business that understands the importance ofsustainability. Countless documents within the Southwire organization continuallyremind employees of the company’s commitment to ethical practices.
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