Critically evaluate theory and practice in the fields of corporate social responsibility: CIPD Level 7 Strategic People Management Assignment, UK

Question 15
4.3 Critically evaluate theory and practice in the fields of corporate social responsibility an sustainable management practices.

Critically evaluate the options for your organization, or one that is familiar to you, to improve its record in the area of sustainability. Identify TWO distinct interventions that will not be too expensive to implement. What would you recommend and why?

Pointers for students:
Draw on the academic literature to discuss how sustainability has been defined, and why it has become increasingly important, including explaining how PP can contribute to this agenda. There is no correct answer here, you will need to evaluate the options available, their likely effectiveness and then, taking into account your specific organisational context, identify two interventions that you would recommend.

Examples might include:
 Energy Efficiency Measures:
 Waste Reduction and Recycling Programs:
 Sustainable Procurement:
 Employee Engagement and Education; e.g., awareness campaigns
 Telecommuting and Remote Work:
 Water Conservation Measures:

When recommending these interventions, it’s important to assess their feasibility, adaptability to the organisation’s specific context, and potential impact on sustainability goals.

How might you measure the success of your recommendations and what barriers might you face? You may want to include a more detailed plan as an appendix.