Sixth Ethics Discussion

I blieve giving in to the unethical local practices (paying bribes) respects the countries culture, however the fact that it is unethical should be the ultimate swaying point. It shouldn't be done! I believe the best decision for the manager is to conducat business ethically, and according to the red tape that is laid out. I believe as Americans we should avoid child labor and unpaid overtime for the same reason, it is unethical. Also, it might be part of their culture, but the same can't be said about ours. Bribery's are called bribes for a reason, because the action wouldnt be taking with the bribe being placed. The action is not being taken originally because it is unexceptable. Bribery brakes good ethics because it give the company conducting the bribes an advantage over the ethical companies. I believe America's code of ethics should be applied to every situation in which we are part of. The way these companies can stay clean is by avoiding paying bribes all together. Then they could wash their hands of guilt. As I said these unethical companies will set back the proficts of other competeing companies who are trying to run a legit business. One reccomendation is to do all work "in-house" and outsource no work. The problem with this is increased expense.