Storing electronic data about individuals can cause ethical issues concerning privacy, consent, security, and data integrity. Every individual has a right to privacy. It is very important that only those authorized to have access to information have access and no one else. Security is another issue that can effect the storing of electronic data. Businesses and organizations are responsible for having good security measures for protecting individuals information. Consent also needs to be given to use the electronic data about individuals in any way, shape, or form. The individuals should know the who, what, when, where, and why of their private information. Data integrity refers to the accuracy of data. Organizations have a responsibility to make sure the data is not only protected, but correct.

Addressing these ethical issues requires a combination of technical safeguards, organizational policies and procedures, and legal frameworks to ensure that electronic information about individuals is stored and managed in a manner that respects their privacy, security, consent, and data integrity rights. Organizations must balance the benefits of collecting and storing electronic information with the ethical responsibilities to protect individuals’ rights and interests.