Ethical Question Flow ChartLP3

Ryan Gerkey

How does this affect our employees?

• Will it affect our employees for their benefit? • Will this increase or decrease their workload? • All of these questions should be asked. You

want to maintain chemistry and motivation in the workplace.

Does this affect our customers?

• Customers are the one of the most important aspects of a business.

• The decision that is made should not harm the relationship or risk harming the relationship.

How much is this going to cost?

• Money does matter in business. • The decision has to make sense financially. If

it costs too much, is the benefit worth the cost?

Do we have to do this?

• This question goes along with the question of cost.

• Does the benefit of this decision outweigh the cost and manpower needed?

Does this affect us negatively in the community?

• The reputation of an organization in the community is very important.

• Does this improve or worsen our standing in the community?

• Will this help us be more involved in the community?

What is the direct benefit of this decision?

• There maybe many benefits to making this decision.

• What is the main reason?

Are there any legal obstacles?

• We want to make sure that this is an ethical decision.

• Is this decision legal?• Would there be any future legal ramifications?

Who does this benefit the most?

• Who is directly affected by this decision?• Does this benefit the company as a whole or

just the stockholders?

Who suffers from this decision?

• Does this decision harm anyone or any organization?

• Does this harm the community? • The risks must be evaluated when making

important decisions. • Everyone that is involved needs to be

evaluated.