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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2010 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
- ISSN
- 1741-0401
- DOI
- 10.1108/17410401011014221
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Purpose – This paper aims to explore if and how management control sysems (MCS) have a role in implementing sustainable strategies. In particular, the paper aims to investigate how MCS work in order to translate these strategies into action and how they should be modified when a strategic change in a sustainable direction occurs. Design/methodology/approach – The research relies upon a deeply conducted case study, drawing evidence from documentary research and field research. Findings – Relying upon the case of Procter & Gamble (P&G), the paper finds that integration with the traditional planning and monitoring systems, combination of both formal and informal controls, coordination across business units and decentralized structures are key‐factors for successful implementation of sustainability‐oriented strategies. Originality/value – From a theoretical point of view, it has been observed that research in the field of social and environmental accounting has been mainly focused on social and environmental reporting, disclosure initiatives and their linkages to other attributes of performance, such as economic or financial outcomes. The paper contributes to developing a debate on the potential of MCS in embracing social and environmental issues as well as in producing social and environmental information useful for internal users in decision‐making processes.
Journal
International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management – Emerald Publishing
Published: Jan 19, 2010
Keywords: Control systems; Design and development; Social accounting; Strategic change