Discussion Questions Part 1

Selectoneof the scenarios listed below and explain the best solution for each.Include comments related to any ethical issues that arise.You should locate at least one scholarly source from the SUO Library or one case that has been decided or is currently pending to support your answer.

Scenario 1- Bribery

Packers, Inc. purchased four diesel engines from a manufacturer in Japan.The engines were needed immediately as replacements so that the crews could get back to work.The import manager knew that the engines did not comply with the Environmental Protection Agency emissions standards, but hoped that the U.S. Customs officers would not inspect the engines.The customer service manager threatened to call Customs and tell them that he paid their salary and they darn well better release the goods now.

The Customs officer explained that they were very busy, and it might take more than 24 hours to obtain release of the engines.When informed of this fact, the import manager offered the customs official $500 to sign off on the documents.

• Analyze the legal and ethical ramifications of the purchasing manager's offer to the customs official.
• Assume that the goods were not being inspected. Would it make a difference if the purchasing manager offered to donate $500 to the ASPCA Charity if the officer expedited the paperwork necessary to release the goods from custom's custody?