Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Sustainable Performance in Project-based Organizations

Abstract

In this study, we delve into the multifaceted landscape of CSR and its diverse impacts on sustainable performance within project-based organizations. CSR, reflecting an organization's responsibility towards the community and social environment, constitutes a significant and evolving dimension in contemporary corporate strategies. The activities undertaken to enhance CSR manifest varying effects on the sustainable performance of firms. Our investigation focuses on key factors of sustainable performance, including firm reputation, financial performance, individual work performance, firm sustainability performance, and organizational culture, and their effect on CSR, with a particular emphasis on the moderating role of organizational learning. Drawing on theoretical support from Stakeholder Theory (ST), Resource-based Theory (RBV) and Organizational Learning Theory (OLT), we aim to unravel the intricate relationships among these CSR and sustainable variables. Our primary objective is to identify which of these variables exerts the most substantial influence on sustainable performance. We employ a comprehensive research methodology that encompasses both quantitative and qualitative analyses to examine these relationships analytically. By sourcing data from diverse firms, we allow for a detailed and nuanced exploration of the subject matter. The findings promise to provide valuable insights into the interplay between CSR and sustainable performance in project-based organizations. These insights are intended to inform strategic decision-making, enabling organizations to enhance their CSR initiatives and contribute to societal well-being and long-term business success.