If Hewlett-Packard co-operates with other firms in the electronics industry to develop a common code of conduct for suppliers? HP, a leading supplier of personal computers, imaging and printing products, has developed a comprehensive set of labor, environmental and human rights standards for its suppliers. However, the company remains concerned about the reputation of vulnerability and lack of supplier compliance. Ken Larson, manager of HP's corporate social responsibility, is whether the company can best advance its interests through industry cooperation for common code of conduct. "Hide
by Anne T. Lawrence Source: North American Case Research Association (NACRA) 7 pages. Publication Date: January 15, 2007. Prod. #: NA0019-PDF-ENG
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