Embedded ethics: how to build better IT mousetraps

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Title:	Embedded ethics: how to build better IT mousetraps
Author(s):	David H. Gleason, (Managing Consultant of Information Ethics, Inc. He can be reached at dgleason@info-ethics.com or www.info-ethics.com)
Citation:	David H. Gleason, (2006) "Embedded ethics: how to build better IT mousetraps", Handbook of Business Strategy, Vol. 7 Iss: 1, pp.325 - 329
Keywords:	Decision making, Ethics
Article type:	Viewpoint
DOI:	10.1108/10775730610619016 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Abstract:	Purpose – To help the reader understand how the ethics of management decisions become embedded into technology systems. Design/methodology/approach – The article explains better approaches based on a core principle known as “Subsumption ethics.” Using many sources, it explains the concepts and methods in order to help readers avoid unintended consequences in technology development. Findings – Technology can be dramatically improved by attending to its ethics. There are particular tools available to help. Practical implications – Ultimately, these principles will require a higher level of professionalism in technology deployment, and formal processes devoted to impact analysis. Originality/value – This paper represents a new way of looking at the technology development process that incorporates ethics in a cost-effective manner. Business and technology leaders will learn how to improve the outcomes of technology projects.