Enron was famed for having a strict code of ethics. The code of ethics was not externally consistent with the internal organisation and since then, cynicism about codes has a realistic ring.
Code of ethics need to be internally consistent, externally consistent and have face validity ( Goodsall, 2003).
A code needs to be written in such a way that it is part of praxis and not just collecting dust on a library shelf.
It needs to be written in words that can be understood and relate to daily practice.
What is happening internally needs to be reflected int he code and the code needs to be seen to be reliable between members of the community of practice, from one moment to the next and in dealings with people outside the CoP.
There is no point writing a code if it is not true. Perhaps there is no point to writing a code. Acting on a code would have more value.
Goodall, G. (2003). Shelving the Code of Ethics:Bend it like Bentham [Electronic Version] Retrieved 23/12/2007
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