Ethical Analysis

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Case Analysis 1. Identify the primary “ethical dilemma (or question)” in the case. (5 points) 2. Discuss the role that information technology played in creating the special circumstances of 
the case. (5 points) 3. List the stakeholders in the case (and try to identify an important “right” of each stakeholder). 
(10 points) 4. List and describe alternative courses of action that may be taken and determine the likely 
consequences of each proposed action for each stakeholder. (20 points) 5. From a teleological perspective which action is morally right? Explain. (15 points) 6. From a deontological perspective which action is morally right? Explain. (15 points) 7. Describe your normative recommendation in this case. What is the basis of your 
recommendation (teleological or deontological)? (30 points) References Yuthas, K. and Dillard, J. (1999). Teaching ethical decision making: Adding a structuration dimension, Teaching Business Ethics 3(4), 339-361. Part 1: Ethical Dilemma The primary issue is whether Keri should expose the production manager’s practice of shipping faulty drives. The case asks the question, “What should Keri do?” Part 2: Role of IT [Not applicable. However, this will be applicable in each of your Case Reports. You should discuss the role that IT played in creating the special circumstances of the case in 2-3 sentences.] Part 3: Stakeholders 8. Stokes (CEO): He has the right to expect employees to comply with organizational policies. 9. Production managers (and other employees of PrimeDrive like Keri): They have the right to 
be treated fairly in their jobs and to be compensated appropriately for their efforts. 10. Customers (who receive the products): They have the right to expect a standard (or agreed 
upon) level of quality in the products they purchase. 11. Partners and creditors (of PrimeDrive): They have the right

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