Ethics and Diversity Proposal
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Ethics and Diversity Proposal
Introduction
Prosperity of any company depends on how interactions and considerations laid within influence the operation and the ultimate goal of the company. In essence, a workplace that condones non-discrimination and equity, which are worthy ethical issues, allows a balanced representation of all people as entrenched in business ethics. In addition, a successful business must embrace diversity aspects such as gender and religion. Therefore, Polo Ralph Lauren Company ought to take into account ethical and diversity issues within the company and outside, particularly during the recruitment, remuneration, promotions, and their relationship with the customers.Problem Statement In many companies, decisions are on made by the managers while excluding the employees, which results to internal conflicts and disregard to worker’s viewpoints. Moreover, discrimination in recruitments, payments, and promotions demoralize employees and weaken their enthusiasm. Therefore, to build morale and observe employees’ occupational rights, Polo Ralph Lauren Company should embrace what most companies don’t, observing ethics and diversity in all operations or actions.Literature ReviewConsideration of ethics defines the code of conducts within the workplace and how the company relates to its customers. Further, ethics sets the moral values within the company; for example, all inclusive decision making in Polo Ralph Lauren Company will equally and equitably represent the different viewpoints of both managers and employees. Again, several thoughts, values, and ideas will be consolidated from the many personnel to enhance improvements of service delivery.Also, diversity explores all the avenues of human resource that results to a productive and competent workforce. In particular, during recruitment, no gender or religion should be discriminated so as to create a workforce with all aspects of skills, knowledge, and culture, which gives equal opportunities to all. As a result, employees will have loyalty, trust and again, the company benefits from varied potential and abilities of the workers regardless of gender or age.MethodologyAnalysis of the Company’s performance and productivity and sourcing information on business ethics from academic literature will be used to initiate the relevant changes. Moreover, use of interviews, questionnaire, and complain boxes in all the departments will present employees’ views about ethics and diversity and what need to be implementedObjectives1. To create an all inclusive decision making process.2. To enhance equity and non-discriminatory workplace environment.3. To consider gender and religious diversity during recruitment, remuneration and promotions.RationaleEthical behavior and diversity contribute to significant benefits; for example more employees would want to work in Polo Ralph Lauren; hence the company can hire most talented employees. In addition, the company’s image will attract more customers; thus boosting sales and revenue. Also, the experienced employees will have incentives to stay, therefore, reducing labor turnover; consequently resulting into increased productivity.Recommendations
The Company should treat all the employees with respect, equity and without discrimination regardless of gender or religion.
All decisions made within the company should involve everybody so as to reduce objections and facilitate considerations of divergent viewpoints.
The company should recruit, promote, or remunerate employees without favoritism but, to consider merits and qualifications.ConclusionEthical and diversity consideration involves integration of moral values, legal rights, and inclusivity in all the business operations. Therefore, when implemented, the reputation of Polo Ralph Lauren Company will be acknowledged by employees, suppliers, clients, and shareholders, which ultimately improves sales.
References
Ruddell, L. (2004). Business Ethics – Faith That Works: Leading Your Company to LONG TERM Success. Houston, TX: Halcyon Press.
