Questions and answers

Q: Who designed the responsible tech self-assessment tool?
A: The Committee for Technological Innovation and Ethics (Komet). Read more about the Committee here

Q: Do I have to pay to use the responsible tech self- assessment tool?
A: No. The tool is available free of charge.

Q: Can anyone use the tool?
A: Yes. No licence or permit is required to use it.

Q: Am I allowed to use the tool for commercial purpose?
A: No.

Q: Can the responsible tech self-assessment tool run on any browser?
A: An updated version of Edge, Chrome, Firefox or Safari is recommended.

Q: Is it possible to run the responsible tech self- assessment tool on a phone or tablet?
A: Komet recommends running the tool on a computer.

Q: Can anyone else see my information?
A: No, your information is only stored locally on your computer, and can only be accessed from the same computer using the same browser.

Q: Can anyone else gain access to my answers?
A: No, all the information is stored locally on your computer. No data is distributed online, and no one else has access to the information you enter in the self-assessment tool.

Q: I cannot find the information I entered when trying to resume the self-assessment on a different computer. How should I proceed?
A: To resume a partially complete self-assessment, you must use the same computer and the same browser.

Q: How long does it take to complete the self-assessment?
A: You can expect it to take one to three hours depending on various factors, such as whether you are working alone or as a team.

Q: Does Komet issue certificates?
A:No. Users conduct the self-assessment for their own benefit and there is no certifying body that issues diplomas.

Q: What is the definition of ‘responsible tech’?
A: Responsible tech means applying an ethical approach to the development, use and distribution of new technology. It also means contributing to an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable society.