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This document explores the intersection of war and international information technology (IT), addressing the unique challenges posed by warfare on global business practices and IT frameworks. It examines how a state of war alters the landscape of international relations, business models, and ethical responsibilities. Key themes include ordinary issues exacerbated by conflict, new challenges arising from war, legal and international implications, and the ethical dimensions for corporations and individuals. The discussion aims to inform practitioners on adapting strategies in times of war versus peace.
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International IT and War A Discussion Document War and International IT
Agenda • A “State” of War: what’s so different? • Models of International Business and war • Ordinary Issues exacerbated by war • New Issues Engendered by war • An Ethical Dimension War and International IT
A “State” of War: what’s so different? • What Does International IT Assume that a State of War negates? • What does a State of War mean? • Business as usual? • Legal implications? • International implications? • Global implications? • Who’s condition changes depending on this state? War and International IT
Models affected by war/peace Implications for action or practice Models not affected by war/peace Implications for action or practice Models of International IT and war • Which models point to places in which effects of war will show up? • This is our aim: State of Belligerency (i.e., War vs. Peace) War and International IT
Ordinary Issues exacerbated by war • Logistics • Fulfillment • Human resource shortages • Economic uncertainty, movement of funds • Corruption, greed, etc. War and International IT
New Issues Engendered by war • Espionage • Government security measures • New laws • Political divisions in society • Physical violence • Aftermath War and International IT
An Ethical Dimension • Is IS neutral in this conflict? • Is IS a promoter or deterent to war? • Are IS people prone to support one side or another? • Is there a personal ethical position and must it be taken and acted on? War and International IT