An IT Company, operating in Muscat has decided to dispose of its electronic waste in the outskirt of the city without recycling it. This waste might emit dangerous gases, leach toxins in the soil; and make the air and groundwater pollutted. Sulaiman, an employee of the company has recorded the illegal way of disposing the waste in his mobile and spread the video through social media. What is the goal of whistleblower in the scenario?

An IT Company, operating in Muscat has decided to dispose of its electronic waste in the outskirt of the city without recycling it. This waste might emit dangerous gases, leach toxins in the soil; and make the air and groundwater pollutted. Sulaiman, an employee of the company has recorded the illegal way of disposing the waste in his mobile and spread the video through social media. What is the goal of whistleblower in the scenario?

Understanding Business

12th Edition

ISBN:9781259929434

Author:William Nickels

Publisher:William Nickels

Chapter1: Taking Risks And Making Profits Within The Dynamic Business Environment

Section: Chapter Questions

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