Critically discuss attributes and capabilities that are necessary for business success in a complex and changing environment.

TASK DESCRIPTION – TASK

Study the following quotation and attempt the tasks below:

“Humanity has the ability to make development sustainable- to ensure that it meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The concept of sustainable development does imply limits- not absolute limits but limitations imposed by the present state of technology and social organisation on environmental resources and by the ability of the biosphere to absorb the effect of human activities”.

(World Commission on Environment and Development and Bruntland, 1987, p. 8)

Task A

Drawing on relevant studies, critically discuss the concept of sustainability and its impact on the long-term competitive advantages for organisations. Use examples to illustrate your discussion.

Task B

Critically discuss attributes and capabilities that are necessary for business success in a complex and changing environment.

LENGTH REQUIRED

1000 words +/- 10%. Any deviation from this will be penalised.

FORMATTING AND LAYOUT

Please note the following when completing your written assignment:

1. Writing: Written in English in an appropriate business/academic style 2. Focus: Focus only on the tasks set in the assignment. 3. Document format: Report 4. Ensure a clear title, course, and name or ID number is on a cover sheet and a reference

using Harvard referencing throughout is also provided.

5. Research: Research should use reliable and relevant sources of information e.g. academic books and journals that have been peer reviewed. The research should be extensive.

The use of a range of information sources is expected – academic books, peer reviewed journal articles, professional articles, press releases and newspaper articles, reliable statistics, company annual reports and other company information. All referencing should be in Harvard style.