Ethical Issues in the Big Data Industry

Authors

Kirsten E. Martin, George Washington UniveristyFollow

Abstract

Big Data combines information from diverse sources to create knowledge, make better predictions and tailor services. This article analyzes Big Data as an industry, not a technology, and identifies the ethical issues it faces. These issues arise from reselling consumers' data to the secondary market for Big Data. Remedies for the issues are proposed, with the goal of fostering a sustainable Big Data Industry.Click here for podcast summary (mp3)Click here for free 2-page executive summary (pdf)Click here for free presentation slides (pptx)

Recommended Citation

Martin, Kirsten E. (2015) "Ethical Issues in the Big Data Industry," MIS Quarterly Executive: Vol. 14: Iss. 2, Article 4.
Available at: https://aisel.aisnet.org/misqe/vol14/iss2/4