Socio Economic Part 2 Flashcards
Businesses create opportunities that benefit society and the economy.
Socioeconomic Impact of a Business
As the firm’s top priority is its consumer’s welfare, the entrepreneur should know how to maximize consumer satisfaction
Impact on Consumers
Firms give opportunities to suppliers and investors.
Impact on Suppliers and Investors
The government benefits from the revenues collected (in the form of fees and taxes) from existing and new businesses.
Impact on the Government
As small businesses operate locally, they help other local businesses (direct and/or indirect competitors) by purchasing additional supplies from them or even investing in them.
Impact on other Local Businesses
A typical Filipino household spends most of its income on food, housing, utilities, and/or fuel. Having income with limited purchasing power, Filipinos are price-sensitive as non-essentials are excluded from their budget.
Impact on Households
pertains to a self-regulating business model that aims to help firms be socially accountable to themselves, their stakeholders, and the public.
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) or Impact on the Community
The country must have good international trading policies to boost additional investments, especially in importing and exporting products and services.
Impact on International Trade