Ethics in Information Technology, Second Edition[在信息技术，第二版伦理学](PPT-41).ppt

Ethics in Information Technology, Second Edition Ethics in Information Technology, Second Edition Chapter 1 An Overview of Ethics Objectives What is ethics, and why is it important to act according to a code of principles? Why is business ethics becoming increasingly important? What are corporations doing to improve business ethics? Why are corporations interested in fostering good business ethics? Objectives (continued) What approach can you take to ensure ethical decision making? What trends have increased the risk of using information technology unethically? What is Ethics? Moral code Set of rules Establishes boundaries of generally accepted behavior Different rules often have contradictions Morality Social conventions about right and wrong Widely shared What is Ethics? (continued) Morality may vary by: Age Cultural group Ethnic background Religion Gender Definition of Ethics Ethics - set of beliefs about right and wrong behavior Ethical behavior conforms to generally accepted social norms Virtues - Habits that incline people to do what is acceptable Vices - Habits of unacceptable behavior Value system - Scheme of moral values The Importance of Integrity Integrity is a cornerstone of ethical behavior People with integrity Act in accordance with a personal code of principles Extend to all people the same respect and consideration that you desire Apply the same moral standards in all situations Ethics in the Business World Risk is the product of multiplying the likelihood of an event by the impact of its occurrence Risks associated with inappropriate behavior have increased due to Globalization Heightened vigilance by Employees Shareholders Regulatory agencies Ethics in the Business World (continued) Recent scandals in IT companies WorldCom Qwest Communications International Inc. Adelphia Communications Corp. Computer Associates (CA) Legal Overview: SOX - The Sarbanes-Oxley Act Enacted in response to public outrage over several major accounting scandals