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持続可能な経営と社会的(しゃかいてき)責任(せきにん)

Sustainable Management and Social Responsibility

近年(きんねん)企業(きぎょう)価値(かち)測る(はかる)指標(しひょう)は、単なる(たんなる)利益(りえき)追求(ついきゅう)から「持続可能性(じぞくかのうせい)」へと大きく(おおきく)変化(へんか)している。環境(かんきょう)への配慮(はいりょ)社会貢献(しゃかいこうけん)活動(かつどう)、そして透明性(とうめいせい)高い(たかい)ガバナンス(がばなんす)が、投資家(とうしか)顧客(こきゃく)から強く(つよく)求められる(もとめられる)ようになった。

かつては、企業(きぎょう)の目的は株主の利益(りえき)を最大化することだと考えられていた。しかし現在では、従業員、取引先、地域社会といった多様なステークホルダーとの共生が不可欠である。社会的な責任を果たさない企業は、長期的な成長を望めない時代となったのだ。企業は自らの事業活動(かつどう)が社会にどのような影響を与えるのかを常に問い直し、誠実な姿勢で事業(じぎょう)取り組む(とりくむ)必要(ひつよう)がある。

Translation

In recent years, the metrics used to measure corporate value have shifted significantly from the mere pursuit of profit toward 'sustainability.' Consideration for the environment, social contribution activities, and highly transparent governance have become strongly demanded by investors and customers. In the past, it was thought that the purpose of a company was to maximize shareholder profit. However, today, coexistence with diverse stakeholders such as employees, business partners, and local communities is essential. We have entered an era where companies that do not fulfill their social responsibilities cannot expect long-term growth. Companies need to constantly re-examine how their business activities impact society and engage in business with a sincere attitude.

Comprehension

What is considered essential for a company's long-term growth today?

  • Maximizing only shareholder profit
  • Ignoring environmental concerns
  • Coexisting with diverse stakeholders
  • Avoiding social contribution

The passage states that coexistence with diverse stakeholders is essential for long-term growth.

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