D333 Ethics in Technology Flashcards
Ethics
A code of behavior defined by the group they belong to
Morals
What’s right/wrong
Virtue
What’s acceptable to a person
Integrity
Personal code of principals
Bathsheba syndrome
Moral corruption of people in power
Corporate Social Responsibility
Encourages an organization to achieve higher moral and ethical standards
Five Step Ethical Decision-Making Process
- Develop Problem Statement
- ID Alternatives
- Choose Alternatives
- Implement Decision
- Evaluate Result
What trends have increased the likelihood of unethical behavior?
Growth of internet and social networks
Identify two managerial behaviors that might encourage unethical behavior from employees.
Tight deadlines and managers being unethical themselves
What might a company’s code of ethics look like? (p.21)
- Conduct business with honesty and integrity.
- Follow the letter and spirit of the law.
- Treat each other fairly.
What is the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) and BSA responsible for?
To stop the unauthorized copying of software produced by its members
Trade Secret
A company’s confidential info
Conflict of Interest
A conflict between a person/firm self-interest and a client’s interests
Misrepresentation
False or misleading
Breach of contract
Failure of one party to meet the terms of a contract