Description:
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<jats:title content-type="abstract-subheading">Purpose</jats:title>
<jats:p>This paper aims to provide a framework for a code of ethics related to digital and leading edge technologies.</jats:p>
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<jats:title content-type="abstract-subheading">Design/methodology/approach</jats:title>
<jats:p>The proposed ethical framework is anchored in data protection legislation, and results from a combination of case studies, observed user behaviour and decision-making processes.</jats:p>
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<jats:title content-type="abstract-subheading">Findings</jats:title>
<jats:p>A concise and user-friendly ethical framework ensures the embedded code of conduct is respected and observed by all employees concerned.</jats:p>
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<jats:title content-type="abstract-subheading">Originality/value</jats:title>
<jats:p>An ethical framework aligned with EU data protection legislation is required.</jats:p>
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