Systems of Survival

Evaluation of the Business Ethics Statements of Interest in Systems of Survival
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Evaluation of the Business Ethics Statements of Interest in Systems of Survival
Entry #1
The first opinion that was of interest is Armbruster’s argument, "Dishonesty has to be taken seriously" (Jacobs, 1992, p.7). I agree with this statement and support the need to treat dishonesty like any other crime. Usually, it is rare to find one being prosecuted for not being honest in their actions. As a result, people do not see the need for integrity in their businesses. Many businesses are suffering because they are no stringent policies that help counter dishonesty.
Entry #2
Secondly, the statement concerning the difficulty of being honest when everything is done in a dishonest way is of significance. Ben asks, "How can people stay honest, even if they want to when the whole system is rotten" (Jacobs, 1992, p.18). In my view, one can make a difference and change the norms by being honest in their activities no matter the levels of existing dishonesty. The shift of blame to the rotten systems is not justifiable since this will only add more problems.
Entry #3
Another opinion of interest regards the integration of practical matters and morality. Armbruster says, "But the two are one and the same; morality and practical matters" (Jacobs, 1992, p.19). The challenge of dishonesty in both life and businesses arises from the separation of morality and daily activities. Moral values should guide every practical aspect of one’s life. Combining the two will ensure that one questions the integrity of a particular task before undertaking.
Entry #4
Finally, the assumption that honesty is well-understood makes it difficult to realize the integrity in businesses. Jasper says to Kate, "Can we now get on to something less obvious than the stunning news that honesty is the best policy?" (Jacobs, 1992, p.34). When one is in a moral dilemma, it is challenging to select an hone...