How Did Gcox Build A New Capstone?

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1. From a corporate perspective, GTX building a new headquarters during a recession, when it's already downsizing, is an ethical dilemma. The benefit of this situation, is that a new headquarters means a bigger and better place for the corporation to operate. This could mean for a more efficient and productive workforce. This, along with downsizing, has the financial benefit of increasing the value of the company's shares. On the other hand, building a new headquarters is expensive; GTX is already undergoing a recession, and laying off workers. GTX does not necessarily need the new headquarters, especially since building it means they need to fire even more employees. In the movie, we see the consequences of the decision to construct the building. The executives gained from this, as the value of their shares grew, increasing their wealth- plus they have a new building. However 5000 people lost their jobs, and have to struggle to stay afloat during a recession. …show more content…
In this situation, Gene benefits from this situation, by finding happiness in a relationship, that he cannot find in his marriage- his wife is content to spend all his money, and use GTX property. On the other hand, he is cheating on his wife, the person he made a commitment to stay faithful to; this could hurt her deeply. In the movie, we see the consequences of his decision to sleep with Sally. Gene leaves his wife, and has an amicable relationship with Sally. Unfortunately, his ex-wife has a difficult time after the

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