Discussion

The Ethics Guide for Chapter 8, “ERP Estimation”, on page 206 describes a scenario where an employee has good intentions but uses questionable methods to justify his actions. Read the Ethics Guide and answer the following questions using the categorical imperative and utilitarianism ethical perspectives:

1. Was Todd ethical in his actions?
   1. Answer the question using the categorical imperative (page 18) perspective. Explain your answer.
   2. Answer the question using the utilitarianism perspective (page 43). Explain your answer.
   3. Which perspective best matches your view?
2. In your opinion, of the actions taken by Todd, which one was the least ethical? What ethical perspective does your opinion reflect?
3. What would you do if you were Todd’s boss? Answer entirely from your perspective.

This discussion requires students:

1. Post an Original Response to the Questions (250 words minimum please)
2. Reply to two classmates (75 words minimum each reply)