1. Case Study: Embedding Ethics in Defense

    At Compass, we approach ethical consulting with a belief that responsibility isn’t an afterthought—it’s infrastructure. In our work with a major defense technology firm…

  2. Case Study: The Hidden Ethics of Mental Health AI—Lessons from Three Startups

    The 2 AM Test Sarah, 16, opens her phone at 2 AM. She’s been struggling with anxiety for months, but therapy feels intimidating and…

  3. Ethics is Not Always About Being “Right”

    When I am chatting with a stranger on a plane or meeting someone for the first time, I know what is going to happen…

  4. Are You Trustworthy?

    In this short post, I’m going to do three things. First, I’m going to offer you a good piece of philosophical advice. Then I’m…

  5. Burton Shreds Right and Wrong

    Every day, I advise senior leadership of Fortune 500 companies on issues of ethical risk. Sometimes, my colleagues and I have to spend a…

  6. So You Say You Want a Boycott

    When people see brands doing something they regard as unethical, the boycott is a strong tactic they can use to push back. But what…

  7. Can AI Stop Disinformation?

    In a recent survey of tech policy experts, 90% agreed that the regulation of online disinformation should be a global priority. It’s easy to see why….

  8. The Ethics of Mandatory Vaccination

    Over the past few months, pressure on corporations has mounted as the battle over the ethics of vaccine mandates for organizations roars on. Leaders…

  9. Does Good Ethics Mean Good Business?

    Good ethics means good business. And even in those rare times that it doesn’t – or you think it doesn’t – you should probably just do the right…

  10. What’s More Important than Rules in the Military?

    Military organisations around the world have developed insights into cultivating principals in their workforces—your organisation can benefit from this strategy, too. As companies scale,…