Mention ways in which the alignment between structure and process, to focus an organization on achievement of social goals, can take place. Use the below points as part of the discussion.
Committees and positions
are created to ensure a location for decisions and responsibilities on social actions.
Training
educate employees about social programs.
Compensation
can be linked to the achievement of social goals
Awards and recognition
can motivate employees to undertake community service and other voluntary efforts.
Corporate culture
should also be aligned with formal policies and structures. Formal initiatives are hobbled and in conflict when informal values diverge from them.
Corporate social reporting
is the practice of assessing and publishing information about social performance.
social audits
A wave of social reports
interest in social reporting
arose
Global Reporting Initiative
is the leading effort to develop a reporting format.