...Abstract Human beings are not always ethical. If we were all always ethical, there would be no need to discuss ethical matters. Rather, we sometimes do things that are not fair, not right, and not in the best interest of humanity or sometimes, ourselves. This research paper focuses on the ethical issues facing information technology. I will be identifying examples of those ethical issues, situations in which they occur, and helpful ways in which organizations can avoid abuse and catastrophes. Introduction Ethics is defined as moral principles that govern a person or group’s behavior. (insert reference) Now that we know the definition of ethics, then what are ethics in information technology? Ethics in information technology are a set of moral principles that police the use of computers and all forms of telecommunications used to receive, send, and store information. With the rise of information technology, more and more professionals have encountered ethical issues in the workplace and finding out there are situations in which ethical problems are becoming more prevalent. Some examples include; (1) problems with privacy and confidentiality, (2) computer security, and (3) computer crimes and computer related crimes. This paper will focus on these examples. Problems With Privacy and Confidentiality Information privacy is the right of an individual to determine what information is collected about them and how it is...
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...loyalty is key. If the customers or clients a company receives are extremely loyal, it is usually converted into free publicity. Many customers will continue to give their business to a company that they feel have strong ethical codes, which is why ethics is so important in business. The growth of a business depends on a company creating a clear, concise Code of Conduct so that there is an overall understand of what is expected of each employee within the business. RP Services is a company that is built on integrity and has made it its mission to protect all information with the most advanced products and services. Upon its creation, it has been vital to uphold an unwavering moral code, and has continued to make sure this is throughout its entire company. Even though the company is in its beginning stages, the level of professionalism and security presented by its employees radiates well past its 4 years of experience with data services. RP provides servers and storage for small businesses and government contracts for the purpose of processing any type of request and for housing important data. The importance of a secure server is still highly important when it comes to small businesses, and even more important in government relations. The security around the servers, designed for the server is just as an important protective barrier, especially in the time of mobile access in nearly every...
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...Ethical Healthcare Issues HCS545 May 11th, 2015 Ethical Healthcare Issues Ethical issues arise in all types of industry no matter the magnitude of the issue decisions will have to be made regarding it. The health care industry is no different, some of those ethical issues include patient privacy (or lack of), transplant allocation, refusal of care, patient dumping, access of care, biomedical research and patient noncompliance with treatment. For this paper I will focus on patient privacy, the ethical issue of patient privacy is how patient information is getting leaked unintentionally. An examination of how each of the four major ethical principles can be applied towards this issue will be provided. Patient Privacy The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) original intents were to enable workers to change jobs without fear of losing health care coverage (Liebler & McConnell, 2012), but HIPAA is more commonly known for protecting patient privacy. When organizations had to be HIPAA compliant by April 14, 2003 those organizations were required to train employees in the proper handling of protected health information (PHI), publish policies and procedures addressing the handling of patient medical information (Liebler & McConnell, 2012) . Any release of patient information for purposes other than treatment, payment, or operations requires written authorization (Buppert, 2002). Under the patient privacy rule EVERYTHING is protected, diagnosis...
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...UNIT 22: CELLAR AND BAR OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT Get assignment help for this unit at assignmenthelpuk@yahoo.com LO1 Understand bar and cellar management techniques Safety: handling of caustic solutions; Control of Substances Harmful to Health (COSHH); kinetic handling; storage of wet and dry stock and cleaning materials; safe use of CO2; safe delivery methods; manual handling Hygiene: hygienic storage of a range of wet and dry stocks; cleaning materials; Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP); environmental procedures Product quality: standards; consistency; market needs; storage; stock rotation; temperature controls Staff issues: productivity; staff rostering; training; legal and social constraints Business implications: size of operation; theft; pilferage; cost of stock losses; enhancement to/or loss of reputation; impact of trends LO2 Be able to demonstrate bar and cellar management techniques Cellar management techniques: preparing cask ales; changing keg/cask barrels and CO2 cylinders; maintenance and cleaning of dispensing equipment for a range of draft products, hygienic methods of working; stock control; maximising yields; reducing wastage; fault finding Bar management techniques: drink dispensing methods; drinks; preparation; use of optics; glass identification; customer relations; in-house selling; merchandising; recent and future developments; bottling-up-and-down; consumption analysis; stock and cash control LO3 Understand the impact and benefits of technological...
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...customers, (Sales and Marketing, para. 3). This information will help identify products and services that the customer may be interested in. Legal The Frequent Shopper program is collecting information from customers and has to take precautions to not break any privacy laws. Kudler has to take measures to keep any customer information obtained secure and should have a disaster recover plan in case of a security breach. Kudler expresses that the new program is vital to the success of the company by providing a better shopping experience to its customers. In order to provide a better shopping experience, Kudler needs to obtain customer information that is used to suggest products that a customer may be interested in or to send notification on items on sale that the customer frequently purchases. Customers are provided with a disclaimer that informs them of how that information will be used during the registration process. The disclaimer will also inform if the information gathered will be shared or not and how it will be used if shared. Kudler should keep customer information security a top priority and take measures to prevent identity theft. A disaster recovery plan...
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...1. Clearly define the ethical problem. a. The ethical problem in this situation is whether I should do the right thing and report the security issue that has happened in my new section. 2. Employ applicable laws and regulations. a. First thing that I would check is my unit SOPs in handling secret materials. Then from there if I had any questions I would call my S-2 who is the subject matter experts in this situation. 3. Reflect on the ethical values and their ramifications. a. The Army values I would take the most time in reflecting on are Integrity, Loyalty, Duty and Courage. First one being Integrity. You have to do the right thing no matter what, where, when and who it will affect. This leading to do with Courage. Reflect on yourself to see if you have the courage to report this situation no matter what the outcome is. Loyalty to my section my company and to the army as a whole is something I hold strong. This will help in my decision making process to do the right thing a lot easier. Last, but not the least of values would be Duty. Bottom line is this is your job, your life that you chose. By doing the right thing and following through with this situation is the only answer in doing your Duty. A good Leader will never take the easy wrong over the hard right. 4. Consider other applicable moral principles. a. My moral principles are simple and the biggest one is to treat others the way you would like to be treated. I would take the time and put the shoes on the other...
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...legal and ethical issues Contents Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………..1 Ethical issues……………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 Legal issues………………………………………………………………………………………….3 Legal, Ethical and operational issues……………………………………………………………..7 * Introduction This report will explain the legal and ethical issues that relate to the use of business information. l personally think that legal and ethical issues are usually to do with something that involves people having to abide to a law, in most cases there will be a consequence for not abiding with the law. Tesco may collect and process information about you, including: * Information that you give to them. You may give them information about you by filling in forms on the Tesco website or by corresponding with them by phone, e-mail and more. The information you give Tesco may include your name, address, e-mail address, phone number, personal description and photograph. * Information they collect about you. With regard to each of your visits to the Tesco website they may automatically collect technical information and information about your visit. * Information they receive from other sources. Tesco may receive information about customers if they use any of the other websites they operate or the other services they provide. Tesco, as well as other business, also work closely with third parties, which mean they may receive information about you from them. * Ethical issues Ethical issues are moral...
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...Introduction 2. Issues surrounding the laws of E Business in Ireland and EU Countries 3. Legal Background 4. Licensing 5. Websites 6. Selling online and Distance Contracts 7. Recommendations Introduction According to research, Internet-based electronic business (e-business or EB) has been predicted to experience significant growth across Ireland and Europe. (Anderson Consulting 1999; Forrester Research 1999). Legal Implications The central issues of E-Business and the law include the development of E-Business, the role of consumers and regulation of E-Business in regards to consumer protection. E-Business is a new way of conducting business that takes place on the Internet, it has become an important way in which consumers purchase goods across the world as well as due to internet technology progressing rapidly in the last few years. Although E-Business has a big effect on the global trade, governments also have a large effect on the growth of E-Business on the internet by regulating is accordingly. As Governments set regulations for E-Business organisations managers are starting to worry if the regulations will be too tight or may reduce the market in the online trade. Regulation of E-Business is very important for the cyberspace market as it can help or stop the organisations working with E-Business, as well as being able to protect the consumers in the online market. Security Implications There are a few security implications that come...
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...Inc. of contaminating the waters of Lake Dira with PAHs thus causing her 10 year old daughter’s leukemia. “Bates also alleges that her daughter’s disease may be as old as Alumina’s first instance of environmental law violation” (University of Phoenix, 2002). These allegations were reviewed by Alumina’s legal counsel and handled to keep the company from further litigation that would only serve to tarnish the company’s reputation. This paper will illustrate key facts, regulations and legal issues in the Business Regulation Simulation. It will address the values, conflicts among the stakeholders and ethical dilemmas with the multibillion dollar company. A legal counsel’s summary of basic issues and the action handling the environmental regulatory topic will be explored. Based on table 1, a risk analysis and alternative solutions will be examined. Lastly, this paper will be addressing ethical dilemmas identified and the alignment to Alumina’s values. Key facts, Regulations and Legal Issues Five years ago, Alumina was in violation of the Clean Water Act, 1972, by unlawfully discharging PAHs into Lake Dira in the state of Erehwon. “The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has determined that...
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...Management Planning Paper Artrina Towner University of Phoenix MGT/330 August 16, 2010 Don Driscoll Management Planning Paper Tyco International Ltd is a diversified, global company that provides vital products and services to customers in more than 60 countries. With more than 100,000 employees worldwide, Tyco is a leading provider of security products and services, fire protection and detection products and services, valves and controls, and other industrial products. Tyco vision is to be the customers’ first choice in every market they serve by exceeding commitments, providing new technology solutions, leveraging their diverse brands, driving operational excellence, and committing to the highest standards of business practices. Tyco strive to adhere to the highest standards of corporate governance by establishing processes and practices that promote and ensure integrity compliance and accountability. They understand and exceed their customers’ needs, wants and preference to provide greater value to their customers. Tyco focus on strategies to achieve organic growth targets and deploy cash for growth and creation. They build on the company reputation and image internally and externally while driving initiatives to ensure Tyco remains an employer of choice. Operational excellence implement best in class operating practices and leverage companywide opportunities and best practices. The financial strength and flexibility, ensures that revenue...
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...Review of Accounting Ethics - Week 3 Alessio Brasile Strayer University Financial Accounting ACC-557 Dr. A. Golding April 28, 2013 Review of Accounting Ethics - Week 3 Given the corporate ethical breaches in recent times, assess whether or not you believe that the current business and regulatory environment is more conducive to ethical behavior: In the past several years, Enron, WorldCom, Tyco, and others have committed financial scandals, which caused the stock market to take a hard hit. Investors and lenders learned from these scandals in the past, and just recently, have become hesitant to invest in any company that they think, or know for a fact, the company is corrupted and/or unethical. “United States regulators and lawmakers were very concerned that the economy would suffer if investors lost confidence in corporate accounting because of unethical financial reporting. In response, Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX, or Sarbox)” (Weygandt, Kimmel, & Kieso, 2012, p. 7). SOX is in place to minimize unethical conduct in corporations and ultimately, scandals. “As a result of SOX, top management must now certify the accuracy of financial information. In addition, penalties for fraudulent financial activity are much more severe” (Weygandt et al., 2012, p. 7). With these standard rules and regulations in place, corporations are less likely to commit any fraudulent activity because there is more scrutiny from lawmakers. Also, corporations have a better chance...
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...Lab Five Executive Summary A security test is a method of evaluating the security of a computer system or network by methodically validating and verifying the effectiveness of application security controls. A web application security test focuses only on evaluating the security of a web application. The process involves an active analysis of the application for any weaknesses, technical flaws, or vulnerabilities. Any security issues that are found will be presented to the system owner, together with an assessment of the impact, a proposal for mitigation or a technical solution (Open Web Application Security Project [OWASP], 2014a). Vulnerability is a flaw or weakness in a system's design, implementation, operation or management that could be exploited to compromise the system's security objectives. A threat is anything such as a malicious external attacker, an internal user, or a system instability that can harm the owner’s assets by an application or resource of value, such as data in a database or in the file system by exploiting vulnerabilities. A test is an action to demonstrate that an application meets the security requirements of its stakeholders (OWASP, 2014a). Test to Be Performed The first phase in security assessment is focused on collecting as much information as possible about a target application. Information Gathering is the most critical step of an application security test. The security test should endeavor to test as much of the code base as possible...
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...S. Senator Paul Sarbanes (D-MD) and U.S. Representative Michael G. Oxley (R-OH) who sponsored it. Under the guidelines of Sarbanes-Oxley Act, top management must now individually certify the accuracy of financial information. The need of this act came about after the markets crash in 1929. Congress began looking into corporate fraud in the 1930’s and began the Securities Act of 1933. This law was viewed insufficient; in just one year congress passed the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This was viewed to be good enough until corporations began to get caught in fraud again like, Enron in 2001. So, in 2002 the Sarbanes-Oxley Act was passed to help get a handle on new corporate fraud. LEGAL ISSUE The article pointed out how a business practice of the late 90’s and early 00’s lead to stricter federal regulations and auditing. Enron for one was borrowing money to cover loss and hiding funds in offshore accounts; this was all too raised their stock value. Sarbanes-Oxley Act is the response to this type of businesses and helps the government to keep a handle on it. MANAGERIAL PERSPECTIVE Discuss how the legal issues affect business. For example, could the problems have been avoided? Explain. Discuss realistic solutions supported by sound legal and business principles. Transparent business practices help to prevent companies from using the systems laid out before them to cheat. This can be done by allowing all employees know of the decisions you make as a company. Laws are...
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...Legal and Ethical Issues Relating to Business Information Introduction I this task I’m going to explain the legal and ethical issues in relation to the use of businesses information and also I’m going to explain operational issues as well in the last park of the task i going to analyse the legal ethical and operational issues using appropriate examples . Most people do not feel safe in putting or giving their personal details on different social networks like Facebook and Twitter and another organization who uses the personal detail from the people or customers , the reason being of many hackers invading other people's privacy this also can happen with many businesses as well such as Tesco ,Asda e.g. if they do not have a security system to keep them safe . Legal Issues These are various items of legislation to protect the use of business information. Data Protection Act 1998 is one of the legal issue business information. Many businesses store use information about people. The Data Protection Act protects information held about people from being misused. The information stored by businesses on databases must be: ✓ Obtained fairly and lawfully ✓ Used only for the purposes stated during collection ✓ Adequate, relevant and not excessive in relation to the intended use ✓ Accurate and up to date ✓ Not kept for longer than necessary ✓ Processed in line with your rights ✓ Subject to procedures to prevent unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction...
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...Patient Privacy HCS/335 06/25/11 Virginia Henkels Patient Privacy Patient privacy has been a major issue within the healthcare field for many years. With the increasing use of medical information technology more and more people are being authorized to view patient health information. Not only do physicians and nurses have access; but this has broadened to include allied health professionals, billing specialists, quality assurance employees, social workers, medical records technicians etc... (Pendrak & Ericon, 1998). All of these healthcare professionals have a duty to take any steps necessary to protect the patient's right to privacy when it comes to their health information. Population Affected Patient privacy issues affect all healthcare professionals as well as anyone who seeks medical care. Patient confidentiality is the right of an individual to have personal, identifiable information kept private (E-notes, 2011). The protected health information should be only available to the physician of record unless an informed consent is signed by the patient giving permission for the medical professional to release the information. The informed consent consists of whom to release the information to and specifically what information is to be released. The increasing desire of healthcare organizations to attain medical information systems has broadened the amount of access to patient records. This opens up the risk of inappropriate use of patient records...
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