These are the ethical standards that members of the 
Computer Consultants of St. Louis (CCSL) uphold as essential not 
only for members, but for the computer consulting industry as a whole:
- A CCSL member will put the client's interests first when making professional recommendations or performing work under contract.
 
- A
 CCSL member will disclose the existence of any interest, such as a 
sales commission, when making recommendations on a client's purchases.
 
- A CCSL member will divulge any potential conflicts of interest prior to accepting a contract.
 
- A CCSL member will never misrepresent any professional or contractual matters.
 
- A CCSL member will only use, install, or resell fully licensed software.
 
- A CCSL member will ensure that a project can be completed in a professional manner and timely fashion.
 
- A
 CCSL member will keep the client informed of any matters detrimental to
 the project even if they reflect unfavorably on the consultant.
 
- A CCSL member will safeguard the client's confidential information or documents.