This book investigates the core question of how professional ethical systems can be systematically analyzed and applied within the specific context of organizational development. Louis P. White utilizes his background in organizational theory to construct a framework that balances descriptive analysis of existing ethical norms with prescriptive strategies for practitioners. The text serves as a foundational inquiry into the moral complexities inherent in consulting and organizational change management.

Experts highlight this work as a foundational text for practitioners seeking a structured approach to ethical decision-making in organizational development. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is intended for professionals and students of management theory.