An ethics policy for a company is a policy that companies create for themselves on how to operate ethically.[1] It defines the company's ethical standards, and can include topics such as employee safety, interacting with customers, following laws[2], and avoiding questionable business practices.[3] An ethics policy also explains what type of employee speech and behavior are accepted.[4] Some also include information about company culture.[5] It can protect brand reputation if followed correctly. When writing an ethics policy, it is recommended to keep it simple, with easy to understand language.[6] An ethics policy is based on common sense, but it is not a replacement for common sense. [7]

Ethics Codes and DEI

Ethics codes often state the company's view on DEI (diversity, equity, inclusivity).[8] [9] At the moment, some companies are changing their ethics policies to reduce the focus on DEI. [10] [11]Some companies have decided to complete eliminate DEI from their policies.[12]

References

  1. ^ Bika, Nikoletta (2019-04-23). "Code of ethics policy". Recruiting Resources: How to Recruit and Hire Better. Retrieved 2025-02-26.
  2. ^ "Code of Ethics: Understanding Its Types and Uses". Investopedia. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  3. ^ Aristoteles; Barnes, Jonathan (2004). Tredennick, Hugh (ed.). The Nicomachean ethics. Penguin classics. London: Penguin Books. ISBN 978-0-14-044949-5.
  4. ^ "How to Develop Ethical Policies for Your Business". www.indeed.com. Retrieved 2025-02-26.
  5. ^ Schultz, Howard; Yang, Dori Jones (1997). Pour your heart into it: how Starbucks built a company one cup at a time. Starbucks Coffee Company. New York, N.Y: Hyperion. ISBN 978-0-7868-8356-1.
  6. ^ "How to Create a Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct". business.com. Retrieved 2025-02-26.
  7. ^ Sample Code of Business Ethics and Conduct, Crimonology Fraud Prevention Programs https://www.phoenix.gov/policesite/Documents/d_049344.pdf
  8. ^ "The Ethics of DEI: Cultivating a Positive Workplace". www.icpas.org. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  9. ^ "Examining Professionalism through a DEI Lens".
  10. ^ Clarence-Smith, Louisa (2025-01-28). "DEI is not over, but it will have to be reinvented". www.thetimes.com. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  11. ^ Jeyaretnam, Miranda (2025-02-26). "These Companies Aren't Ditching DEI". TIME. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  12. ^ Franey, James (2025-02-26). "BlackRock, Bank of America drop DEI policies amid White House's war on 'woke'". Retrieved 2025-02-27.
Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethics_policy
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