The Death of Business as Usual: What We Can Learn from the 2020 Corona Pandemic and Other Disasters
- ISBN-10
- ISBN-13
- 9798580040516
- Pages
- 326
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020-12-13
- Author
- Robert Bruce
Description
"Business as usual" is the antithesis of sustainable business practices. This book discusses the danger of continuing with current business practices and gives alternatives for changing to a business that is in tune with its environment.The common traits of business as usual as well as those of a sustainable business are given with numerous historical examples. The effect of those who can influence the success or failure of a business is discussed. Measurement tools for moving towards a sustainable business are outlined. The effect of business on global warming and the state of Earth highlights the need to change. Alternative scenarios for change are outlined and likely outcomes for 2050 are predicted.Categories for discussion and assessment are identified for clarity: good governance, sustainable business model, ethical leadership and expecting the unexpected.
