Widget Tech Inc. Code of Ethics
Professor: Tonya Floyd
LAWS 310
Devry University
Review of Widget Tech Inc. Code of Ethics Table of Contents
Summary…………………………………………………………………..………..3
Introduction……………………….…………………………………….………..…3
How to Create a Code of Ethics………………………………………….....…....…4
Components of a Code of Ethics…………………………………… .……………4
Conclusion…………………………………………………..…………………….....6
Sources…………………………………………………...…….…………………….7
Summary Widget Tech Inc. is in need of update the company’s current code of ethics due to growth of the company and the changing workforce. Research has been conducted to revise the current policy and address topics that were previously
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Code of Ethics it is apparent that the company’s codes of ethics are out of date and in need of restoration, there are several changes and updates in the company’s policies that need to be made in order to keep the company’s code of ethics up to date and to a professional business standard.
How to Create a Code of Ethics When creating the content within the code of ethics, it is important to remember and establish immediately that The Code of ethics applies to all Widget Tech Inc. employees and directors. To create a code of ethics a company needs to look to the industry, it is important that employees, directors and stakeholders are aware that “We (Widget Tech Inc.) abide by all rules of conduct of the American Widget Manufactures Association” (Joel Saltzman, 2006) It is also important to Look outside the industry and compare current Code of Ethics with other companies in our manufacturing industry. A company must cover all aspects of business when creating their code of ethics. It is also important for a company to consider problems that might have occurred in the past, and how problems have been resolved.
Widget Tech Inc. Code of Ethics As we know, a code of ethics must address the company’s ethical standards, what is expected of from every employee of Widget Tech Inc. Topics covered within the company’s code of ethics should include:
* Honesty and Service - All employees will be honest with each other, customers, supervisors and subordinates.
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We as business owners, management and or in a role of authority must set, address and comply with a solid foundation of ethics. “A code of conduct is the single most important element of your ethics and compliance program. It sets the tone and direction for the entire function. Often, the code is a standalone document, ideally only a few pages in length. It introduces the concept of ethics and compliance and provides an overview of what you mean when you talk about ethical business conduct.”
13. Does the company have an ethical code under which it operates? What is it?
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