| Title | Sustainable business models to create sustainable competitive advantages: strategic approach to overcoming COVID-19 crisis and improve financial performance |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 34596 |
| Authors | Mattera, M; Ruiz-Morales, CA; Gava, L; Soto, F |
| Title | Sustainable business models to create sustainable competitive advantages: strategic approach to overcoming COVID-19 crisis and improve financial performance |
| Year | 2022 |
| Published | Competitiveness Review, 32, 3 |
| Abstract | Purpose The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether the implementation of sustainable business models contributes to improving a firm's performance during a global crisis, such as the one caused by COVID-19. Based on the triple bottom line theory, the paper explores the relation between the creation of value through solid corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies, United Nations (UN) Global Compact's (GC) business model proposals and Global Reporting Initiative's (GRI) reporting scheme. Design/methodology/approach The present paper studies companies within the European Union, focusing specifically on the long-term impact of using the world's most widely used standards for sustainability reporting - the GRI's standards and/or the UNGC management models, as well as on the firm's performance based on the financial results during COVID-19 crisis. To achieve this goal, the study analyses the share price of firms publicly listed in the FTSEMIB (benchmark index of Italy's largest trading platform) out of those companies that are implementing the UN and GRI's tools. Findings Findings show how a commitment to sustainable business models and long-term CSR strategies can contribute to firm's ability to overcome periods of economic crisis. Furthermore, implementing GRI standards and UNGC guidelines within the business model seems to have a positive impact in overcoming a hard context such as COVID-19. In addition, it contributes to a better understanding of stakeholders' needs, consumer profiling and value creation. Originality/value This study evaluates firms' business models, considering the effects of decisions made in the context of COVID-19. The role of UNGC and GRI is evaluated in terms of their contribution to firms' financial performance and corporate reputation during a context of hardship. Consequently, this study contributes to academia and practice, adding value in areas related to strategic planning and business model design. |
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