CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ethical organisational culture should be given lower ranking or even removed from the list despite
their figures.
Due to the capitalist nature of the US economy or in fact the global economy, business corporations
are increasingly becoming very competitive and will use whatever legal loophole is available to gain
business advantage, this loophole could lead to several ethical concerns and issues, therefore, the
society and the government as a role to play in promoting ethical behaviour. In a society where
money is the most important thing and the person making the most money is the most important.
This will reflect in the behaviour of business corporations leading them to several unethical
behaviours to make up the numbers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I will like to mention that most conflicts of interest stem from a shift in an
organisation's culture towards growth and profit and neglecting trust and integrity. Therefore,
companies need to find other ways or remaining competitive and profitable without compromising
on their integrity.
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