Exploring the Impact of Enterprise Integrity and Compliance on Corporate Effectiveness in Peshawar's Construction Sector: The Role of Responsible Business Conduct

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of EI practices on corporate effectiveness within the construction sector of Peshawar, Pakistan, focusing on responsible business conduct. Through an examination of the mediating role of responsible business practices, including social, environmental, and ES dimensions, the study aims to understand the interrelation between EI and organizational effectiveness. Primary data was collected via a tailored questionnaire distributed among targeted construction firms, yielding 62 responses out of 100 questionnaires dispersed. The study employed regression analysis to explore the effect of EI on Organizational Performance (OP) while considering the mediation of responsible business practices. The findings establish a significant positive relationship between EI and OP, highlighting the substantial impact of responsible business practices as a mediating factor. This study provides crucial insights into the intricate dynamics between EI, responsible business conduct, and organizational effectiveness within the construction sector, contributing to a deeper understanding of sustainable corporate strategies in this context.