The articles “Mcdonaldization of society” by George Ritzer and “One world under Business” by Charles Derber are two big sociological works that can be said to have tremendous importance in modern sociology. They both address some rising trends in the current environment that has been strongly linked with the growth of global business and the interdependence that is being generated because of it. Ritzer’s article is important in terms of discussing some important changes the society is going through, particularly in America. He points out that with the growth of standardized forms of business around the world, with the popularity of the production line and maintenance of quality, society is inheriting some unhealthy traits. The author defines this in terms of the fast-food chain Mcdonald’s. He points out that the drive for efficiency, calculability, more control, predictability, and replacement of humans by non-human technology to get better results in business is transferring a lot to the way we behave. This has been spreading around the world as McDonald’s-type type corporations establish their roots globally. Hence this drive for greater efficiency and better results at a faster pace is providing some benefits in terms of round-the-clockin banking and other convenient services. However, this sequence of rationality is leading to the irrational by sacrificing quality in products for standardization and putting basic humanity on the back step. The essence of sharing and community socialization through rituals such as the combined dinner table are vanishing which may lead to a mechanical society later on. There is also the great fear of some at the top of the corporations gaining control over the many that become dependent on the standardization they orchestrate and potentially exploiting it for greater profit. Charles Derber speaks about the growing role of business around the world that is establishing itself globally. Brands such as Nike and other big corporations have established presence all over which makes them important players at the top level. As many of the interests coincide with that of governments, this leads to the establishment of relationships of mutual interest which could potentially be disadvantageous to the many that become dependent upon the standardization brought about by the corporations and this leaves massive room for exploitation. Derber goes even further in terms of saying that this economic relationship between the corporations and governments could soon result in profit becoming the more important objective compared to human welfare and decisions at the top may become skewed in terms of benefiting business more. As the author notes “the vote of the market” may gain increased importance than the vote of the polling booths. As the world nears a point where global brands may become better known than political leaders of various nations, Derber brings to the forefront the question of whether corporate social responsibility can ever function as a suitable alternative to the welfare provided by the state. Both authors seem to be on tune with regards to the spread of global business and its adverse effects on society. The vision of the people presented in terms of bein