Starbucks Company Case Study

The Starbucks Company was founded in 1971 in Seattle, Washington, they are a coffee company that has locations all around the globe. A big part of the companies’ policy on employee treatment is to make sure that everyone who works for Starbucks is treated well and has basic necessities. Corporations build their reputations based on the publics’ opinion of them. Should a corporation behave irresponsibly it can lead to profits declining and in some cases to total boycotts by those concerned about the unethical or irresponsible acts being committed by the company. Starbucks strives to be a positive influence on not only the community the store is located in, but also the global community that every company takes part in with every transaction …show more content…
There are several different types of responsibilities that a corporation can take part in, three of the basic ones are environmental, philanthropic and ensuring the business observes ethical labor practice. Starbucks makes it one of their key goals to ensure that they are constantly looking for new ways in which to get involved and to make a difference in their mission statements. “Helping people thrive helps ensure the long-term sustainability of the premium products we provide.” (Starbucks Sourcing). The overall thought at Starbucks is that by providing for the people who they purchase their goods from, they will ensure that both parties will be succeed and that the quality of the product will improve as a result of the improved living conditions. One of the well-known benefits that Starbucks offers to its employees is the quality insurance offered to all workers, even those who work part time. Companies that succeed have a responsibility to give back to the communities that have made them so successful by providing several community outreach …show more content…
At the heart of our business, we seek to inspire and nurture the human spirit - understanding that each person brings a distinct life experience to the table (Starbucks Diversity and Inclusion). A business that has internal strife is incapable of working to the full potential. One of the reasons human resources is so important is due to the proclivity of those in constant contact with each other to have disagreements. By creating an environment in which everyone is accepted, it is possible to keep these conflicts to a minimum and to create a harmonious working environment for