CENTER FOR BUSINESS
AS AN AGENT OF WORLD BENEFIT

A Global Forum “Business as an Agent of World Benefit: Management Knowledge Leading Positive Change” was convened by the Academy of Management, Case Weatherhead School of Management, and the United Nations Global Compact in October 2006 at Case Western Reserve University and online. The video offers Forum highlights and outcomes.
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Wal-Mart, the world’s largest retailer, has taken a proactive stance towards integrating sustainability into its core business strategy, including energy use, waste reduction, and new product development. This video, produced by Wal-Mart, offers the rationale for this strategic move.

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Fairmount Minerals is one of the largest producers of industrial sand in the US. In 2005, the company started its system-wide transformation towards sustainability guided by the balance of financial, ecological, and social outcomes. The mini-documentary follows Fairmount Minerals journey, and highlights some of its early results.

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Project Shakti is an alternative distribution system and a bottom-of-the -pyramid initiative created by Hindustan Lever Limited (HLL) , a subsidiary of Unilever. Shakti is oriented to both income generation and community development. This video tells the story of the project that addresses deep social problems-like poverty alleviation and disease prevention.

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Shaw Industries, a leader in carpet manufacturing, has created the first non-PVC recyclable carpet backing in the world. The mini-documentary tells the story of this highly successful product, and offers insights into the demanding process of “green” innovation.

Format: Windows Media.