A very impressive building in Paris built using state-of-the-art environmental solutions is about to be completed. Many of the state-of-the-art solutions were developed by ARCADIS. You are in charge of marketing and obviously very enthusiastic to showcase these new technologies to other clients. It will show clients what we are capable of, educate them about other new technologies and draw useful connections with your clients about possible new opportunities. You want to invite your clients for a two-day program, including site visit, workshop, dinner and one night in a hotel in Paris. As host, you will pay for the economy class tickets (if necessary). You still have marketing budget available. Your activity is almost ready to go, or not?
1. YES! This is marketing! My boss will thank me later.
2. No, this is clearly too much and qualifies as bribery! My boss will thank me for not wasting his time.
3. You decide to discuss this with your manager.
4. You decide to discuss this with the local compliance officer.