Purpose:
At Udyogpur, we uphold the highest ethical standards across all aspects of our operations. This policy ensures that every team member acts with integrity, adheres to all relevant laws and regulations, and avoids any actions motivated by personal gain.
Gifts, Favors, and Payments:
Gifts, favors, and payments provided by Udyogpur must align with accepted business practices, be of limited value, comply with the law, and should not cause any embarrassment to the company if publicly disclosed. Any payments, commissions, or compensation given to associates of customers without a written contract are strictly against company policy.
Gifts, Favors, Entertainment, and Payments Received:
Associates must not seek or accept gifts, favors, entertainment, or payments without a legitimate business purpose, especially from entities doing or seeking to do business with Udyogpur. Exceptions include common courtesies associated with business practices and gifts of nominal value. However, strict standards apply, particularly regarding gifts from suppliers.
Conflicts of Interest:
Associates should avoid situations where their personal interests conflict with those of Udyogpur and must promptly disclose any such conflicts to their manager. This includes ownership in outside enterprises that do business with or compete against Udyogpur, serving in capacities with competitors, or any other circumstances that could compromise the company’s interests.
Confidential Information:
Unauthorized disclosure or use of confidential information is strictly prohibited. Misuse of such information will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Compliance:
Violations of this policy will lead to disciplinary action, which may include termination. Associates are obligated to report any violations they become aware of.
Social Media Guidelines:
Introduction:
Social media posts should be made with good judgment, as they are effectively public statements with lasting impact. Associates must understand and comply with the company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Be Careful What You Post:
Associates are personally responsible for their online activity. Inappropriate content may result in disciplinary action, including termination. Posts should reflect personal viewpoints, with any references to Udyogpur identified as personal opinions.
Be Respectful and Professional:
Associates should maintain professionalism and courtesy in all communications, avoiding posts that could be construed as offensive, threatening, or harassing. Respect the privacy of others and refrain from sharing false or misleading information.
Be Honest and Accurate:
Accuracy is paramount. Any mistakes should be promptly corrected, and associates should be transparent about any changes made to previous posts.
Respect Laws and Confidentiality:
Associates must adhere to all legal and confidentiality requirements, including copyright and privacy laws. Confidential company information should never be disclosed without authorization.
Report Your Concerns:
Any concerns regarding potential policy violations should be promptly reported to Human Resources. Retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited.
Plagiarism and Fairness:
Plagiarism is not tolerated at Udyogpur. Reporters must ensure fairness by providing all parties involved in a story with the opportunity to respond adequately.