In an essay format (Introduction, Discussion, and Conclusion), provide your answers to ALL the following questions. Use additional sources to present your analysis.
- Discuss the concept of the prisoner’s dilemma and time inconsistency in light of Dakota’s decision about Texloop technology. Is this the same as other decisions made by the company about sustainability or is it different? If different, how is it different from installing solar panels or an advanced wastewater recovery system? Additional research might be needed here.
- What is the role of consumer brands in developing sustainability practices through the supply chain? Who pays for change, and why?
- Examine the trend for “sustainable fashion.” Are consumers willing to pay more for fashion because it makes them feel good? What is the evidence? At what point is the only way to achieve sustainability to consume less? Try to separate form from substance in the sustainable fashion trend.
- Examine outcomes, positive and negative, if Dakota goes ahead and invests in Texloop without further deliberation? What sort of guidance should it seek from H&M? Is it prepared to cover losses and for how long? In the event of a black swan, such as COVID-19, how should it prepare? What happens to the triple bottom line when economic and financial shocks overwhelm business? Additional research might be needed.
The case study paper format:
- Rigor –graduate-level writing and research are expected in all written assignments
- Follow the APA style – this is a requirement!
- Title page – the APA style –
- Reference page – follow the APA style to cite your references
- Sources – use additional sources to strengthen your research and analysis;
- Page number – upper right corner of a page
- Font – Times New Roman, 12
- Include the following subtitles – Introduction, Discussion (add additional appropriate subtitles within this section; DO NOT use case study questions as your subtitles), and Conclusion