P&G part of sustainability solution: Management control systems' strategic role

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management development across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

When multi‐national giant Procter & Gamble nails its sustainability colors to the mast, it has to make sure its actions match its messages. Such is the reputation of P&G, and other globally‐known brand leaders, that merely paying lip service to such important issues is not an option. Not that they would want it to be. Although sustainable development was only set up in 1999 as one of the company's strategic objectives, these days the embeddedness of sustainability strategies and goals in P&G's business starts at the highest organizational levels and cascades via the various business units to every employee. In fact each employee is accountable for specific objectives and is required to contribute clearly to the achievement of overall goals.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers' hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Citation

(2010), "P&G part of sustainability solution: Management control systems' strategic role", Strategic Direction, Vol. 26 No. 8, pp. 16-18. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580541011055670