New perspectives of the cooperative system

Textbook , 2019 , 112 Pages , Grade: 10

Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance

In this book we outline some relevant aspects about the way cooperative enterprises operate in their own external reference context (market), representing the levers they use to strengthen their management: the primary objective of the paper is, therefore, to draw inspiration from these experiences to be able to assess the possibility of applying experiences and tools in different institutional contexts.

From this point of view, it is clear that a business model strongly oriented towards developing participatory logics, which has always been attentive to environmental and sustainability issues (in a sense anticipating new managerial theories), and which bases a large part of internal management on respect for rules and guidelines that today we define as "organizational well-being", represents an important and very useful experiential front for those who today are equipped to follow the same managerial logics.

This book closes by recalling some considerations on the new challenges that the cooperative world is facing, underlining, once again, the way they are in line with what other companies have to manage. Among these, the most important are those related to the issues of artificial intelligence and the way, even faced with these "innovations", the cooperative world must move in line with its guiding principles and its values.

Cooperation is now an experience in "doing business" that has been consolidated over time, becoming increasingly widespread throughout the world. It is able to adapt both to the different phases that the economic system faces, and to the various challenges that sectoral, organizational and technological innovation impose systematically.

The values on which, for more than one hundred and fifty years, the entrepreneurial experience has been developed with reference to this type of company represent an important element of reflection. They are also a source of learning, for those who want to evaluate the effects that the search for consistent behavior and the application of appropriate management and strategic methods determines in the development of companies with these institutional characteristics.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• First part: The cooperatives as social responsible companies
• 1. Corporate Social Responsibility in the DNA of the cooperative model (Mario Mazzoleni)
• Second part: Cooperatives and profit
• 2. Profit and corporate social responsibility (Mario Mazzoleni)
• 3. Cooperatives and economic balance (Mario Mazzoleni, Davide Giacomini, Diego Paredi)
• Third part: The new challenges for the cooperative system
• 4. Rethinking the potential of the territories (Mario Mazzoleni)
• 5. Synergies in the cooperative system: the case of mergers (Laura Rocca & Elisa Chiaf)
• 6. Training and innovation to face the future (Stefania Marcozzi & Mario Mazzoleni)
• 7. The cooperation and the challenge of artificial intelligence (Mario Mazzoleni)
• 8. The strategic perspectives for the cooperative enterprises and the role of management (Mario Mazzoleni)

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper aims to provide insights into the cooperative business model, highlighting its strengths, challenges, and the role it plays in the broader economic landscape. The authors explore how cooperatives operate within their market context, focusing on the levers they use to strengthen their management. The paper also examines the impact of innovation and technological advancements on the cooperative system.

• The cooperative model as a socially responsible business entity
• The role of profit and economic balance in cooperative ventures
• The impact of innovation and technology on the cooperative system
• The importance of training and development for cooperatives
• Strategic perspectives for cooperative enterprises in a changing world

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of the cooperative system, highlighting its adaptability, longevity, and its ability to navigate economic challenges. It emphasizes the values underlying cooperative businesses and their impact on management practices.
• 1. Corporate Social Responsibility in the DNA of the cooperative model (Mario Mazzoleni): This chapter explores the inherent social responsibility within the cooperative model, outlining how this concept is ingrained in the core values and principles of cooperative enterprises.
• 2. Profit and corporate social responsibility (Mario Mazzoleni): This chapter examines the relationship between profit and social responsibility in the context of cooperatives. It discusses how cooperatives can achieve financial sustainability while remaining committed to their social mission.
• 3. Cooperatives and economic balance (Mario Mazzoleni, Davide Giacomini, Diego Paredi): This chapter delves into the economic aspects of cooperative enterprises, analyzing factors contributing to their financial stability and exploring strategies for maintaining economic balance.
• 4. Rethinking the potential of the territories (Mario Mazzoleni): This chapter focuses on the role of cooperatives in revitalizing local communities and exploring the potential of territorial development initiatives.
• 5. Synergies in the cooperative system: the case of mergers (Laura Rocca & Elisa Chiaf): This chapter examines the potential benefits and challenges of mergers within the cooperative system, highlighting the importance of strategic partnerships and collaboration.
• 6. Training and innovation to face the future (Stefania Marcozzi & Mario Mazzoleni): This chapter emphasizes the significance of training and innovation for cooperatives, discussing strategies for equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to adapt to evolving market demands.
• 7. The cooperation and the challenge of artificial intelligence (Mario Mazzoleni): This chapter explores the impact of artificial intelligence on the cooperative system, discussing how cooperatives can leverage these technologies while staying true to their core principles.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This paper explores the cooperative system, examining its evolution, economic performance, social responsibility, and adaptation to technological advancements. It emphasizes the significance of training, innovation, and strategic management within the cooperative sector. Key terms include: cooperative model, corporate social responsibility, profit, economic balance, territorial development, mergers, training, innovation, artificial intelligence, and strategic management.

• College: University of Brescia (University of Brescia)
• Grade: 10
• Authors: Davide Giacomini (Author), Elisa Chiaf (Author), Mario Mazzoleni (Author), Stefania Marcozzi (Author), Diego Paredi (Author), Laura Rocca (Author)
• Publication Year: 2019
• Pages: 112
• Catalog Number: V508203
• ISBN (eBook): 9783346083579
• ISBN (Book): 9783346083586
• Language: English
• Tags: Cooperative, business management