ICT710 Professional Practice and Ethics: Case Study Analysis Report

This report examines ethical considerations and professional practices within the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), focusing on a case study involving Cambridge Analytica and its unethical data practices. The report begins with an executive summary and introduction to ethics, followed by a detailed discussion of the Cambridge Analytica case, including its background, the actions taken, and the ethical issues involved. The analysis employs the "Doing Ethics Technique" (DET) to dissect the ethical and unethical actions, identifies affected parties, and suggests potential steps for mitigation. Furthermore, the report utilizes the Australian Computer Society (ACS) code of ethics to evaluate the case, highlighting violations of key principles. Recommendations for preventing similar incidents are provided, and the report concludes with a summary of findings and references. This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into the importance of ethical conduct in the ICT industry and the consequences of unethical behavior.