Chirag has been recently hired as the Distribution Supervisor for an international candy company. The plant is in a rural area and is about to begin a major expansion that will triple its capacity. The company has generous benefits and has paid all moving expenses for Chirag and his family. During the move, however, the movers damaged a large piece of oak furniture. Chirag has contacted the moving company. The insurance is by the pound and would cover only a small part of the worth of the item. Chirag has explained this to the moving company, but it refuses to reimburse him for the item’s value. Chirag approaches his supervisor, Bilal, about the problem. Chirag has been on the job about a month and enjoys the partnership they have developed to date. Chirag had originally interviewed with Bilal, and Bilal’s recommendation had been a major factor in Chirag’s getting the job. Chirag has found the types of challenges he was looking for in a new position and is already becoming a major player in planning for the new expansion. Bilal tells Chirag that he does not think he can do anything to persuade the moving company to reimburse Chirag and suggests that Chirag pad his next few expense reports to cover the cost. Chirag is surprised at Bilal’s suggestion, because thus far Bilal has dealt with him in a very evenhanded manner and has appeared to have strong business ethical standards. •What Are the Relevant Facts?
•What Are the Ethical Issues?
•Who Are the Primary Stakeholders?
•What Are the Possible Alternatives?
•What Are the Ethics of the Alternatives?
•What Are the Practical Constraints?