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Concepts and definitions of CSR and corporate sustainability: Between agency and communion
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In this paper, the authors provide an overview of the contemporary debate on the concepts and definitions of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Sustainability (CS), and conclude that "one solution fits all"-definition for CS(R) should be abandoned, accepting various and more specific definitions matching the development, awareness and ambition levels of organizations.Abstract:
This paper provides an overview of the contemporary debate on the concepts and definitions of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Sustainability (CS). The conclusions, based on historical perspectives, philosophical analyses, impact of changing contexts and situations and practical considerations, show that "one solution fits all"-definition for CS(R) should be abandoned, accepting various and more specific definitions matching the development, awareness and ambition levels of organizations.read more
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Corporate Social Responsibility Theories: Mapping the Territory
Elisabet Garriga,Domènec Melé +1 more
TL;DR: In this article, the authors classify the main CSR theories and related approaches in four groups: (1) instrumental theories, in which the corporation is seen as only an instrument for wealth creation, and its social activities are only a means to achieve economic results; (2) political theories, which concern themselves with the power of corporations in society and a responsible use of this power in the political arena; (3) integrative theories, focusing on the satisfaction of social demands; and (4) ethical theories based on ethical responsibilities of corporations to society.
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How corporate social responsibility is defined: an analysis of 37 definitions
TL;DR: In this paper, five dimensions of CSR are developed through a content analysis of existing CSR definitions, and frequency counts are used to analyse how often these dimensions are invoked, concluding that the existing definitions are to a large degree congruent.
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Corporate Social Responsibility and Resource-Based Perspectives
TL;DR: In this article, a resource-based perspective is used to understand why firms engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities and disclosure, which can be seen as providing internal or external benefits, or both.
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How does corporate social responsibility contribute to firm financial performance? The mediating role of competitive advantage, reputation, and customer satisfaction
Sayedeh Parastoo Saeidi,Saudah Sofian,Parvaneh Saeidi,Sayyedeh Parisa Saeidi,Seyyed Alireza Saaeidi +4 more
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors consider sustainable competitive advantage, reputation, and customer satisfaction as three probable mediators in the relationship between CSR and firm performance, and conclude that only reputation and competitive advantage mediate the relationship.
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Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach
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