Business Ethics Case

"Hiding True Facts"

Presentation by Group 4
Group Member
Angeline Khanti Kurniawan (015202100042)

Gabriella Putri Junita Pasaribu (01202100041)

Haura Nizar Nabila (021202100012)

Ida Ayu Daydra Eureka (021202100014)

Naufal Malik Ibrahim (015202100017)

Ummi Azzuhaira (012202100003)

Overview

1 INTRODUCTION 3 ARGUMENT

2 PROBLEM 4 SOLUTION
Introduction
Zahid is an assistant manager in the IT department and
was recently promoted to senior manager. One day,
Waleed who is the head of the IT department, calls Zahid
to his office for a discussion. Waleed told Zahid that the
CEO had received an anonymous voice from an employee
who expressed concern about the poor performance of
recently installed software and the department's failure to
achieve the desired results. Zahid had previously reported
the issue to Waleed, who was the sole supporter of the
software and provided positive feedback to the CEO.
Zahid was asked by Waleed to make a draft reply
containing support for the performance of the system, but
Zahid wanted to be honest with higher management.
However, he is worried that fighting Waleed could
jeopardize his performance progress.

Lack of Transparency
Waleed, the department
head, is aware of the
software performance
issue but has been
providing positive
feedback to the CEO
about its performance. By
doing so, he is not being
transparent with the
higher management and is
trying to hide the problem.
Problem
Ethical Dilemma for
Zahid
Zahid, who has recently
been promoted to the
position of senior manager,
is faced with an ethical
dilemma. He wants to give
the true facts about the
software's performance to
the higher management
but is concerned that
going against Waleed, his
department head and
supported, could put his
career at stake.
Potential career
Implications
Zahid fears that if he goes
against Waleed and
provides honest feedback
about the software's
performance, it may
negatively impact his
career. He has worked
hard to achieve his
promotion, and going
against his superior may
endangering his
professional growth and
standing within the
organization.
Questions
What should Zahid do?

Which of the following alternatives should Zahid

choose? Why?
Replying as Waleed requested
Providing true facts
Refusing to write a false report
Argumentation
Zahid should start by carefully analyzing the issue
and compiling all pertinent data regarding the
functionality of the software and his prior reports. If
he agrees with Waleed's request to create a
deceptive response, he should think about the
possible repercussions of his behavior and the effect
it will have on his career. Zahid can discuss his
concerns about hiding the software's problems with
Waleed in private while reiterating his dedication to
honesty and openness.
Argumentation
Option B
If Zahid decides to provide the true facts to the higher
management, he would be acting honestly and
transparently. However, this could potentially harm his
relationship with Waleed, who may feel betrayed and
could retaliate against Zahid in the future. Zahid may
also face backlash from other colleagues who may
feel that he is undermining the department's goals.
 Conclusion
1 The most important situation is to maintain integrity and transparency in a
professional environment, even though you are faced with difficult choices
that can greatly affect your career.

2 Higher management should consider the report that Zahid gave earlier about
the software's poor performance when dealing with the issues discussed in the
anonymous letter.

3 Communication between Waleed and Zahid must be mutually open and

honest, as it is very important to complete a balance between the need for
honesty and the maintenance of their working relationship.

It is important for him to act with integrity and honesty, even if it means risking
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short-term consequences. He should be prepared to handle any backlash that
may come his way and be willing to explain his decision to his colleagues and
superiors will help him build a strong reputation and earn the respect of others
in the long run.
Thank
You