Three main normative theories provide frameworks for assessing the ethics of actions: utilitarianism, which focuses on consequences of actions; deontology, which evaluates the action itself; and virtue ethics, which… Systems thinking enhances ethical reasoning by emphasizing holistic analysis of complex situations’ interconnected components and relationships.

Sustainability considers the long-term viability of organizational systems in terms of environmental stewardship, economic viability, and social welfare. Information systems practices should align with these sustainability pillars to minimize waste and harsh effects on the environment, increase efficiencies in business, and promote a positive impact on society

sustainability — long-term viability of systems, considering their environmental, economic, and social impacts. ethics — values and principles that guide life decisions and experiences. utilitarianism — normative ethical theory holding that the morally correct course of action is the one that maximizes utility and happiness for the greatest number of people. deontology — normative ethical theory that focuses on the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions themselves, as opposed to the consequences of those actions; follows the premise of the….