SIértékre

SIértékre is a theoretical framework used in information ethics and sociotechnical studies to evaluate the societal value and ethical integrity of information flows within digital ecosystems. It aims to connect value creation with accountability and resilience, providing a structured lens for examining how information practices affect communities, individuals, and institutions.

The term is generally treated as a neologism rather than a fixed acronym. Its name blends notions of value (értek) with designatory elements that signal measurement and evaluation. In scholarly discourse, SIértékre functions as a label for a family of approaches rather than a single standardized methodology, and it is applied across disciplines rather than tied to one formal protocol.

Core components of SIértékre include four guiding dimensions: value creation for society, information integrity and transparency, inclusivity and accessibility, and accountability of actors and processes. Assessments typically combine quantitative indicators—such as representation diversity, error rates, and timeliness of remediation—with qualitative evaluations drawn from stakeholder input, ethical risk reviews, and governance analyses. A unified scoring system and visualization dashboards help stakeholders compare scenarios and track progress over time.

Applications of SIértékre appear in policy discussions, platform governance, risk assessment, and research design. Practitioners use it to inform decisions about data governance, bias mitigation, governance transparency, and the long-term societal impact of information ecosystems.

Criticism centers on subjectivity, cultural bias, and the risk of oversimplification or gaming of metrics. Proponents argue that it provides a practical, normatively aware lens for balancing innovation with public interest. Related topics include information ethics, algorithmic accountability, value-sensitive design, and impact assessment.