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International financial crises have a strong impact on economic activity, destroying thousands of jobs, increasing unemployment and causing a deterioration in social conditions. Globalization is increasing the unbalanced use of non-renewable finite energy resources and is not contributing to the equitable distribution of wealth, but rather generating macroeconomic imbalances. Automation and robotization can involve the massive destruction of jobs. Climate change represents a pressing threat with potentially irreversible effects. These aspects highlight the vulnerability of the current economic system and the need for companies with values: open, democratic, sustainable, inclusive and technologically intelligent companies that inspire the future. Given this situation, this workshop draws together 30 to 50 people to work on and debate companies with values in a participatory, active manner in working groups, with the aim of overcoming myths, prejudices and stereotypes and finding solutions related to different areas of business

This book is about the ethical issues arising in the course of business, especially those affecting people working in Asia. Each chapter offers a different perspective and the positions taken vary greatly from one writer to another. This book has been produced under the auspices of the University of Hong Kong's Centre for the Study of Business Values and the various perspectives within this volume well reflect the variety of viewpoints expressed by people who participate in the Centre's activities. It is intended to be read by business people and business students alike and would fit well into international business courses anywhere in the world. East Asia is a particular focus of many of the chapters but global ecological concerns are also addressed