Ethics Policy

/ˈɛθɪks ˈpɒlɪsi/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formal document or set of guidelines adopted by an organization to define standards of ethical conduct and compliance.
    The company’s ethics policy prohibits conflicts of interest and mandates transparency in all transactions.

Forms

  • ethics policy
  • ethics policies

Commentary

Drafting an ethics policy requires balancing clarity and comprehensiveness to ensure enforceability and alignment with legal obligations.

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