Benchmarking tool for improved corporate social responsibility in purchasing

作者: Maria Björklund

DOI: 10.1108/14635771011049335

关键词: MarketingBenchmark (surveying)BusinessOrder (exchange)BenchmarkingKnowledge managementCorporate social responsibilitySupply chain managementSocial responsibilityPurchasingSustainabilityBusiness and International Management

摘要: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop a benchmark tool that can be applied improve corporate social responsibility (CSR) in purchasing. has been tested on two companies illustrate how the benchmarking applied.Design/methodology/approach A literature review provides arguments for importance area responsible also information about practices and activities as well structure these. Empirical data are based sustainability reports companies.Findings purchasing developed. facilitates their structuring, categorising presenting relevant order testing provided concrete examples used address different aspects CSR purchasing.Practical implications l...

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