1. To develop competitive advantage
2. To avoid being perceived as irresponsible
As for the first objective, some analysts argue that responsible behavior contributes to strategic and financial success because it fosters trust, which in turn encourages commit ment.
For instance, GE's Ecomagination program reflects top managers belief that by actively responding to social concerns about global warming, GE can gain a strategic advantage over competitors, perhaps developing an edge in emerging markets that are facing severe environ mental problems.