Genetic Testing: IBM Says No ¡¡

FROM BUSINESS WEEK

By Amy Barrett

IBM's Smart Stance on Genetic Testing

Big Blue is the first major corporation to rule out DNA scans for employees. More than an ethical issue, the decision is also good business

There's no doubt: IBM (IBM ) is way out in front on genetic privacy. On Oct. 10, IBM Chairman and CEO Sam Palmisano sent a memo to employees announcing the company was revising its policies to prevent the use of genetic information in making personnel decisions. Big Blue's move prompts the question: Is a flood of gene-based health data about workers available right now?

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