Question: What ARE the traits that one can recognize in an 'Ethical Organization'?
An 'Ethical Organization' can be easily recognized by its regular display of certain key characteristics:
- There exists a clear vision and picture of integrity throughout the entire organization
- The vision is owned, embodied and promoted from the very top downwards
- The reward system is aligned with the vision of integrity
- Policies and practices of the organization are aligned with this vision. There are no mixed messages
- It is clearly undertood that every significant management decision has an ethical dimension