Prepare a 5 page paper that addresses the following about the BP Pipe Line ; Discuss in detail the ethical, negligence, and ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES you see in this case. ? BP had rented the rig from Transocean for $500,000 per day. Transocean had been recognized by the U.S. government for its safety record. Can companies distance themselves from liability and responsibility through the use OF CONTRACTORS ? ? Discuss how BP got into the position in which it found itself in late 2006 and what might have prevented the spill, the financial fallout, and the loss of reputation. Be sure to factor in the financial implications of any decision made during the period from 2001 to 2006. ? What was the impact of the emphasis in cost cutting on BP?s culture? What was the influence on the company?s performance? ? Evaluate the social responsibility positions of BP in light of the refinery explosion and the pipeline issue. What can companies learn from the BP experience?

MGT5019-8 > Business Operations: Ethics, Rights, and Contracts Business Operations: Ethics, Rights, and Contracts Instructions In the current globalized corporate environment, there are not consistent international safety laws, ethical standards, or cultural customs. Businesses face many dilemmas in which a corporate decision is made to conform to the varying standards of the host nations or to attempt to operate with universal (global) standards. You will be reviewing the responsibilities of businesses and their employees, along with the impact bad decisions can have on society. This can create substantial challenges given the interrelationships of companies, managers, and employees and the rights of all of those employees. From safety risks to questions of employee treatment and privacy, in this section, you will begin by examining the delicate balances required for preserving a productive work environment sensitive to diverse ethical standards and rights. As Jennings notes, \"products are points of pressure. There is pressure to get those products out there on the market. There is the pressure to sell... And there is even the pressure that comes when problems with a product ariseto recall or not to recall, that is the question, or is it?\" (2012, p. 423). To illustrate, we finish up this section and the course with an exploration regarding ethical conduct when problems arise with a product or service. For example, when a defect is discovered in a product, where should the business' responsibility foremost reside? With stakeholders? Contractual obligations? End users? We explore this ethical dilemma via several case studies, foremost of which is the Intel Corporation's response to the problems with the defective Pentium chip. After completing the readings and assignments in this section you should be able to do the following: 4. Discriminate the increasing extent to which social, ethical, and public issues must be considered in stakeholder relationships. 5. Evaluate the complexities in enforcing ethics. 6. Interpret the ethical implications in contemporary business ethics. Introduction: BP: Pipeline Maintenance and Refinery Safety This case investigates the ethical, negligence, and ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES related to an oil spill, cost cutting, corporate culture, social responsibility, and the regulatory cycle. Your focus is not so much on workplace safety as much as what ethical situations occurred, how they occurred, and how those situations could have been avoided. The case will lead you through the situation; keep your focus on the ethical responsibilities, negligence that the unethical acts undertaken and how those situations can be avoided. 1. Review the resources listed in the Books and Resources area below to prepare for this week's assignment(s).. Library Spotlight on Skills: Identifying and Evaluating Information Look back at a research study article that you have previously read. Using the information from the websites listed below, evaluate the research article. Was the study well designed? Is the analysis of the study results logical? Critically Analyzing Information Sources Checklist for Evaluating a Research Report Books and Resources for this Week Books Reference Instruction Jennings, M. (2012) Business ethics: Case studies and selected readings. Read Unit 6. Articles Reference Instruction Burnes, B., & By, R. (2012, July). Leadership and change: The case for greater ethical clarity. http://proxy1.ncu.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx? direct=true&db=bth&AN=75163791&site=ehost-live Read Article Karnes, R. E. (2009). A change in business ethics: The impact on employer-employee relations. http://proquest.umi.com.proxy1.ncu.edu/pqdweb? did=1747918601&sid=8&Fmt=6&clientId=52110&RQT=309&VName=PQD Read Article Critically Analyzing Information Sources. Cornell University Library. http://olinuris.library.cornell.edu/ref/research/skill26.htm Read Article Websites Reference Instruction Checklist for Evaluating a Research Report. Northern ARIZONA UNIVERSITY . http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/pe/exs514web/How2Evalarticles.htm Read Checklist Assignment: Summarize the BP Pipeline Case regarding Ethical Behaviors and Assignment: MGT5019-8 > Summarize BP PipWeek 7 Assignment: Summarize the BP Pipeline Case regarding Ethical Behaviors and Decision-Making regardingActivity Description EthiThe BP Pipeline case (Case 6.25 on pp. 411-422) is a complex situational case about the actions of individuals and the practices of a large corporation. Prepare a paper that addresses the following: Discuss in detail the ethical, negligence, and ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES see in this case. you BP had rented the rig from Transocean for $500,000 per day. Transocean had been recognized by the U.S. government for its safety record. Can companies distance themselves from liability and responsibility through the use OF CONTRACTORS ? Discuss how BP got into the position in which it found itself in late 2006 and what might have prevented the spill, the financial fallout, and the loss of reputation. Be sure to factor in the financial implications of any decision made during the period from 2001 to 2006. What was the impact of the emphasis in cost cutting on BP's culture? What was the influence on the company's performance? Evaluate the social responsibility positions of BP in light of the refinery explosion and the pipeline issue. What can companies learn from the BP experience? Support your paper with a minimum of three (3) scholarly resources in addition to your text. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including older articles, may be included. Length: 5-7 pages not including title and reference pages Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to Academic Integrity Policy. -Making Pipeline Case