The Global Code Of Ethics - 1655 Words

I. OVERVIEW The Global Code of Ethics outlined herein describes how this international organization intends to do business. Because this business is global, working in conjunction with different cultures is of utmost importance. Drafting, implementing, and monitoring the Global Code of Ethics has involved and will continue to include a team from all aspects of the business, including; the Board of Directors, the General Counsel, Human Resources Directors, Managers, and Employee Representatives. Further, as an international organization, there are implicit and explicit standards of conduct, goals, responsibilities, and values to which each employee and stakeholder will adhere. The Global Code of Ethics found in this document has been†¦show more content†¦Information, which is publicly available, does not fall into this category. All other forms of information (i.e., hard copy, virtual) which are not available to the public are not to be discussed or distributed. Failure to comply will re sult in disciplinary action, up to, and including, termination, with the possibility of facing legal recourse. b. Discrimination / Equal Employment Opportunity All employees and stakeholders, regardless of gender, creed, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, and disability will be treated fairly and with respect by all fellow employees and stakeholders. Potential employees will also be provided equal employment opportunities without any preference to one group over another. Our company values diversity and the insight of each unique employee. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action, up to, and including, termination, with the possibility of facing legal recourse. c. Data Protection / Privacy All employees and stakeholders will ensure all company data is protected at all times. Company provided laptops and desktops will, at all times, be accounted for. All confidential files will be submitted electronically and password encrypted. Privacy of company documents is of utmost importance and across the global