Appendix C: Instant Messaging and E-Mail Code of Conduct

The Company provides employees with Instant Messaging (IM) and e-mail access for the benefit of the organization, our customers, business associates, and employees. All Company employees (senior executives, managers, and staff; full-time, part-time, and temporary employees; freelancers, subcontractors, and interns) are required to adhere to the following IM and E-Mail Code of Conduct.

Acceptable Instant Messaging and E-Mail Use

Employees’ IM and e-mail activity and communications should be for business purposes. Employees are to use the IM and e-mail systems in an effective, ethical, and lawful manner. IM and e-mail are reserved for business use.