Easter Island – recent findings and a paradox explained

Abstract

Purpose

The paper presents a parody intended to emphasise the dangers and questionable rationale of a procedure which could allow organisations to claim spurious and misleading reputational benefits.

Design/methodology/approach

This is a fictional analogy using a historical episode.

Findings

Reflection on an aspect of policy.

Research limitations/implications

Stimulates consideration of the policy in question and of the potential for analogy to influence understanding and awareness.

Originality/value

An individual perspective on an issue that needs transparency and accountability.

Citation

Collison, D. (2010), "Easter Island – recent findings and a paradox explained", Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal, Vol. 23 No. 1, pp. 135-137. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513571011010637