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TechRepublic's Download Directory is the place to get free tech resources in a variety of formats, including PDF versions of popular articles, "10 things" lists, sample chapters from technology books, "How do I..." problem-solving guides, cheat sheets for knocking out IT tasks, keyboard shortcuts, glossaries, career pointers, and collections of tips and techniques that focus on critical topics.
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Tools & Templates
Telephone interview cheat sheet
Jul 2010
Speed up the hiring process by making the most of phone interviews. This cheat sheet can serve as a template for all your phone interview needs.For more great interviewing resources and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Employee Separation Checklist, Version 2
Jun 2012
TechRepublic's Employee Separation Checklist, Version 2 assists you in creating a smoother employee separation process, by customizing this downloadable checklist.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Employee Privacy Policy
Oct 2012
TechRepublic's Employee Privacy Policy describes the organization's employee privacy guidelines and outlines employee privacy expectations.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Software Installation Policy
Jun 2006
Installation of unauthorized computer programs and software, including files downloaded and accessed on the Internet, can easily and quickly introduce serious, fast-spreading security...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
User satisfaction survey form
May 2005
User surveys offer an excellent way to determine the level of satisfaction among employees who rely on IT support services. But to get accurate and useful results, it's important to develop a...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Cell Phone, Smart Phone, and PDA Policy
Nov 2008
Cellular telephones and personal digital assistants (PDAs) - such as Blackberry, Smartphone and Treo devices - enable fast communications, remote wireless network connectivity and more productive...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Acceptable Use Policies
Aug 2008
If you want to make sure your network stays secure, you users need to know what to do and not to do. This policy helps tell them. From email use, to passwords, to acceptable Internet usage. You're...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
A template for technical acquisitions
Sep 2002
Download this template as a guide before you begin your next technology acquisition project. The template includes entries on a variety of acquisition process issues, including an acquisition...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
System Inventory Record
Aug 2008
One of the biggest headaches a technical support professional has to deal with is inventory. At any given time, you need to know how many company computers are in use, how many are in disrepair...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
New IT Employee Orientation Checklist
Oct 2008
A company checklist to provide all of the necessary steps to bring on a new employee can be a useful tool in ensuring that all steps are completed and that the new employee received all necessary...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
10 things you should know about creating an effective RFP
Feb 2008
The clearer and more comprehensive your RFP is, the greater your chances of getting higher quality responses. Calvin Sun offers 10 tips that will help you put together an RFP that minimizes...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Downloads
IT Manager's Toolkit for Staying Legal
May 2011
As an IT manager, you need to be familiar with what constitutes discrimination and how to avoid discriminatory behavior. To help you stay legal", check out this kit..."
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Disposal of Equipment Policy
Jan 2009
Equipment can become obsolete. Computers and monitors get old or have been depreciated and are being upgraded. When equipment gets old, it should be recycled when possible or disposed of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Software Usage Policy: Allowed Applications
Aug 2008
The only applications which should be allowed to run on your company's computers are the ones that you've purchased. Employee-owned, shareware, and other unauthorized software can present both...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Streaming Media Policy
Nov 2008
Several independent surveys confirm worldwide streaming media use has grown significantly. While there are many legitimate business applications for streamed audio and video files, much streaming...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Change Control Policy
Jan 2009
Keeping track of changes to equipment, software, procedures, and anything else related to the information Technology environment within an organization can be quite a feat. The better an...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 reasons to invest in new smartphones
Mar 2009
Despite the tendency to curb spending during rough economic times, some tech purchases can actually pay off. See why smartphones may fall into this category.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Polly Schneider Traylor
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Downloads
IT Shop In A Box
Oct 2007
Not sure if your IT shop has everything you need? This collection will help you get your network up and running, and it includes starter policies, tools to help you hire the right person for the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
10 things you should look for in an in-house eDiscovery solution
May 2008
If you work for a mid- to large-size company, you probably are familiar with the problems of eDiscovery. Your enterprise may routinely face five or more litigation matters each year, and you have...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
IT Hardware and Software Purchasing Policy
Jul 2006
Your IT Budget is tight. You want to get the most bang for your IT buck. That's where the IT Hardware and Software Purchasing Policy can help. This policy's purpose is to help properly set the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 tips for complying with immigration law when hiring staff
Mar 2011
Navigating the waters of immigration law compliance can be tricky. Calvin Sun offers some practical advice to help you understand the issues and avoid possible penalties.This download is also...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
A quick-glance guide to the Office 2007 editions
May 2007
Deciding which version of Office 2007 matches your requirements could get a little tricky. You'll have to evaluate eight editions to determine which ones include all the elements you need --...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
Approved Downloads Policy
Sep 2008
For many organizations, it's not enough to provide an acceptable use policy that spells out what kind of latitude employees have when using e-mail or the Internet. Although many businesses have...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Dip into the Google revenue stream and make yourself some money with the AdSense program
Mar 2006
This chapter excerpt from Google Advertising Tools: Cashing in with AdSense, AdWords, and the Google APIs explains the details of how to work with the Google AdSense program. It is no secret that...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
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Downloads
10+ things you should know about applying for an H-1B1 visa
Jun 2010
The process of applying for H-1B1 status is complicated, and both the candidate and the prospective employer need to be aware of potential pitfalls.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 IT health risks -- and how to combat them
Jun 2008
IT might not appear to be a high-risk field, but a surprising number of ailments can plague IT pros in all job roles. Suzanne Thornberry takes a look at some of the most prevalent health concerns...
Provided by Suzanne Thornberry
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Downloads
Action Item Log
Aug 2008
Need to keep track of things that are going on, but don't have time to build the form? Use TechRepublic's Action Item Log. This download is available for free as part of a TechRepublic Pro...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Policy
Aug 2008
Concerned that a client, vendor, consultant, or employee might have an undisclosed conflict of interest which may cause problems for your company? Implement a Conflict of Interest Disclosure...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Dial-up Request Policy
Aug 2008
Some users need to access the Internet from the road or home using company-provided Internet accounts with ISPs. You can use this policy to layout the ground rules for who gets such accounts and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Separation Checklist
Aug 2008
When employees leave, you need to make sure you've collected all company-owned items, removed email and network access, and other things. You can use this checklist to get started. Use this...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Help Desk Triage Policy
Aug 2008
The help desk group within the Information Technology Department will define items that are mission critical to the operation of the company. Similar to the triage process in an emergency room at...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Performance Review Policy
Aug 2008
Our Performance Review Policy outlines the standards for employee performance for review periods. It dictates how performance reviews are handled, along with a performance review form. Writing a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10+ tips for combating Computer Vision Syndrome
Sep 2008
Recent studies indicate that those who spend even a few hours a day working on a computer could suffer significant vision problems. Susan Harkins offers an overview of symptoms and causes and then...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
Sabbatical Policy
Sep 2008
Some organizations allow approved individuals to take Sabbatical or Personal Development leave. This policy describes the process for requesting leave and provides the necessary paperwork that...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Travel and Expense Policy
Sep 2008
Employees sometimes have to travel on company business. As such they will incur expenses that you may need to reimburse. Use this policy to set standards and conditions on employee travel and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Ethics Policy
Oct 2008
Ethical behavior is something that most people practice everyday. It is on a rare occasion that an organization will need to enforce the Ethics Policy, but having one in place is a good idea....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Non-Compete Agreement
Oct 2008
Employers in the IT industry often use non-compete agreements (NCAs) to protect intellectual property and prevent employees from leaving to form a competing business. NCAs are contractual...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Vacation Request Policy
Oct 2008
This policy is meant to serve as a guideline to assist organizations with vacation request rules and ensure coverage during vacation(s) and absences. This document should be used to outline the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Standard Welcome Letter
Oct 2008
When a new employee joins an organization, there's a lot to do to get them oriented to the way you do things. This welcome letter and checklist can be used to provide the new employee with a quick...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Peer to Peer File Sharing Policy
Nov 2008
As an addendum to the company's Acceptable Use Policy—which details the utilization of the company network, the Internet, e-mail, and employees' personal computers—this policy prohibits the use of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Privacy Policy
Oct 2012
TechRepublic's Employee Privacy Policy describes the organization's employee privacy guidelines and outlines employee privacy expectations.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Separation Checklist, Version 2
Jun 2012
TechRepublic's Employee Separation Checklist, Version 2 assists you in creating a smoother employee separation process, by customizing this downloadable checklist.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
IT Manager's Toolkit for Staying Legal
May 2011
As an IT manager, you need to be familiar with what constitutes discrimination and how to avoid discriminatory behavior. To help you stay legal", check out this kit..."
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 tips for complying with immigration law when hiring staff
Mar 2011
Navigating the waters of immigration law compliance can be tricky. Calvin Sun offers some practical advice to help you understand the issues and avoid possible penalties.This download is also...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Tools & Templates
Telephone interview cheat sheet
Jul 2010
Speed up the hiring process by making the most of phone interviews. This cheat sheet can serve as a template for all your phone interview needs.For more great interviewing resources and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10+ things you should know about applying for an H-1B1 visa
Jun 2010
The process of applying for H-1B1 status is complicated, and both the candidate and the prospective employer need to be aware of potential pitfalls.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 reasons to invest in new smartphones
Mar 2009
Despite the tendency to curb spending during rough economic times, some tech purchases can actually pay off. See why smartphones may fall into this category.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Polly Schneider Traylor
-
Downloads
Vendor Relationship Management Checklist
Mar 2009
Use TechRepublic's Vendor Relationship Management Checklist, a simple guide assembled by collecting the best information from TechRepublic articles on the subject. Leverage this checklist to...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Ergonomic Requirements Policy
Jan 2009
Ergonomics are widely observed in offices around the world. Keeping employees comfortable and in good posture can increase performance and productivity while reducing injuries to the back and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Change Control Policy
Jan 2009
Keeping track of changes to equipment, software, procedures, and anything else related to the information Technology environment within an organization can be quite a feat. The better an...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Clear Screen Policy
Jan 2009
Many computer users at companies want things to be as simple as possible. They will sometimes resort to keeping passwords on Post-it notes around the edges of the monitor or stuck under the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Default Access Policy
Jan 2009
Many organizations have a default level of access provided to employees. This ensures that everyone starts off with a defined set of access to documents and resources. Once roles are more...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Disposal of Equipment Policy
Jan 2009
Equipment can become obsolete. Computers and monitors get old or have been depreciated and are being upgraded. When equipment gets old, it should be recycled when possible or disposed of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Disposal of Media Policy
Jan 2009
With advances in technology, media, from hard drives to CD-ROMs to tapes for backup, gets cheaper and bigger every day. What happens to the old media? It should be disposed of as completely as...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Documented Objective and Ownership Policy
Jan 2009
Setting goals as a department is very important for employees. This will help them have something to achieve as they move through the year. Holding each employee and the team as a whole...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
End User Backup Policy
Jan 2009
Organizations frequently backup network data, but don't reach down to a user's individual desktop. This policy directs users to store data which needs to be backed up to network shares or provide...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Equipment Reuse Policy
Jan 2009
Many computer systems can run long after they have become older and slower than is required to run the latest and greatest applications. For example, a graphic designer might need a new computer...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Equipment Siting Policy
Jan 2009
Installing equipment takes planning and teamwork across organizations to be effective. Properly selecting a site for installation is a good step in ensuring the optimal operation of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Cell Phone, Smart Phone, and PDA Policy
Nov 2008
Cellular telephones and personal digital assistants (PDAs) - such as Blackberry, Smartphone and Treo devices - enable fast communications, remote wireless network connectivity and more productive...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Non-Disclosure Agreement Template
Nov 2008
The Non-Disclosure agreement is a key document to have in place if your organization works with a lot of electronic material or sensitive information of any kind. It can be key in ensuring an...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Peer to Peer File Sharing Policy
Nov 2008
As an addendum to the company's Acceptable Use Policy—which details the utilization of the company network, the Internet, e-mail, and employees' personal computers—this policy prohibits the use of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Streaming Media Policy
Nov 2008
Several independent surveys confirm worldwide streaming media use has grown significantly. While there are many legitimate business applications for streamed audio and video files, much streaming...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Privacy Policy
Nov 2008
Privacy is very important to organizations and individuals. Keeping your organization secure and its data and employees transactions secure. This template is designed to assist your company in...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Standard Welcome Letter
Oct 2008
When a new employee joins an organization, there's a lot to do to get them oriented to the way you do things. This welcome letter and checklist can be used to provide the new employee with a quick...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Information Technology Quality Review
Oct 2008
Procuring a software package is a complicated process. This thorough checklist will keep you on track through all stages of software package procurement: software evaluation, vendor screening, RFP...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Vacation Request Policy
Oct 2008
This policy is meant to serve as a guideline to assist organizations with vacation request rules and ensure coverage during vacation(s) and absences. This document should be used to outline the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Vendor Relationship Policy
Oct 2008
This policy is designed to outline organizational and vendor conduct practices when working with your company. Certain practices or engagements by vendors which pose a conflict of interest...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Non-Compete Agreement
Oct 2008
Employers in the IT industry often use non-compete agreements (NCAs) to protect intellectual property and prevent employees from leaving to form a competing business. NCAs are contractual...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Ethics Policy
Oct 2008
Ethical behavior is something that most people practice everyday. It is on a rare occasion that an organization will need to enforce the Ethics Policy, but having one in place is a good idea....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
New IT Employee Orientation Checklist
Oct 2008
A company checklist to provide all of the necessary steps to bring on a new employee can be a useful tool in ensuring that all steps are completed and that the new employee received all necessary...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Travel and Expense Policy
Sep 2008
Employees sometimes have to travel on company business. As such they will incur expenses that you may need to reimburse. Use this policy to set standards and conditions on employee travel and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Sabbatical Policy
Sep 2008
Some organizations allow approved individuals to take Sabbatical or Personal Development leave. This policy describes the process for requesting leave and provides the necessary paperwork that...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10+ tips for combating Computer Vision Syndrome
Sep 2008
Recent studies indicate that those who spend even a few hours a day working on a computer could suffer significant vision problems. Susan Harkins offers an overview of symptoms and causes and then...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Approved Downloads Policy
Sep 2008
For many organizations, it's not enough to provide an acceptable use policy that spells out what kind of latitude employees have when using e-mail or the Internet. Although many businesses have...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Software Usage Policy: Allowed Applications
Aug 2008
The only applications which should be allowed to run on your company's computers are the ones that you've purchased. Employee-owned, shareware, and other unauthorized software can present both...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Acceptable Use Policies
Aug 2008
If you want to make sure your network stays secure, you users need to know what to do and not to do. This policy helps tell them. From email use, to passwords, to acceptable Internet usage. You're...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
System Inventory Record
Aug 2008
One of the biggest headaches a technical support professional has to deal with is inventory. At any given time, you need to know how many company computers are in use, how many are in disrepair...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Performance Review Policy
Aug 2008
Our Performance Review Policy outlines the standards for employee performance for review periods. It dictates how performance reviews are handled, along with a performance review form. Writing a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Help Desk Triage Policy
Aug 2008
The help desk group within the Information Technology Department will define items that are mission critical to the operation of the company. Similar to the triage process in an emergency room at...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Separation Checklist
Aug 2008
When employees leave, you need to make sure you've collected all company-owned items, removed email and network access, and other things. You can use this checklist to get started. Use this...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Tools & Templates
Telephone interview cheat sheet
Jul 2010
Speed up the hiring process by making the most of phone interviews. This cheat sheet can serve as a template for all your phone interview needs.For more great interviewing resources and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Book chapters
Dip into the Google revenue stream and make yourself some money with the AdSense program
Mar 2006
This chapter excerpt from Google Advertising Tools: Cashing in with AdSense, AdWords, and the Google APIs explains the details of how to work with the Google AdSense program. It is no secret that...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
-
Downloads
10+ things you should know about applying for an H-1B1 visa
Jun 2010
The process of applying for H-1B1 status is complicated, and both the candidate and the prospective employer need to be aware of potential pitfalls.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
IT Hardware and Software Purchasing Policy
Jul 2006
Your IT Budget is tight. You want to get the most bang for your IT buck. That's where the IT Hardware and Software Purchasing Policy can help. This policy's purpose is to help properly set the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 tips for complying with immigration law when hiring staff
Mar 2011
Navigating the waters of immigration law compliance can be tricky. Calvin Sun offers some practical advice to help you understand the issues and avoid possible penalties.This download is also...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
IT Manager's Toolkit for Staying Legal
May 2011
As an IT manager, you need to be familiar with what constitutes discrimination and how to avoid discriminatory behavior. To help you stay legal", check out this kit..."
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
A quick-glance guide to the Office 2007 editions
May 2007
Deciding which version of Office 2007 matches your requirements could get a little tricky. You'll have to evaluate eight editions to determine which ones include all the elements you need --...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 IT health risks -- and how to combat them
Jun 2008
IT might not appear to be a high-risk field, but a surprising number of ailments can plague IT pros in all job roles. Suzanne Thornberry takes a look at some of the most prevalent health concerns...
Provided by Suzanne Thornberry
-
Downloads
Action Item Log
Aug 2008
Need to keep track of things that are going on, but don't have time to build the form? Use TechRepublic's Action Item Log. This download is available for free as part of a TechRepublic Pro...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Policy
Aug 2008
Concerned that a client, vendor, consultant, or employee might have an undisclosed conflict of interest which may cause problems for your company? Implement a Conflict of Interest Disclosure...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Dial-up Request Policy
Aug 2008
Some users need to access the Internet from the road or home using company-provided Internet accounts with ISPs. You can use this policy to layout the ground rules for who gets such accounts and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Separation Checklist
Aug 2008
When employees leave, you need to make sure you've collected all company-owned items, removed email and network access, and other things. You can use this checklist to get started. Use this...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Help Desk Triage Policy
Aug 2008
The help desk group within the Information Technology Department will define items that are mission critical to the operation of the company. Similar to the triage process in an emergency room at...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Performance Review Policy
Aug 2008
Our Performance Review Policy outlines the standards for employee performance for review periods. It dictates how performance reviews are handled, along with a performance review form. Writing a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Software Usage Policy: Allowed Applications
Aug 2008
The only applications which should be allowed to run on your company's computers are the ones that you've purchased. Employee-owned, shareware, and other unauthorized software can present both...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Approved Downloads Policy
Sep 2008
For many organizations, it's not enough to provide an acceptable use policy that spells out what kind of latitude employees have when using e-mail or the Internet. Although many businesses have...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10+ tips for combating Computer Vision Syndrome
Sep 2008
Recent studies indicate that those who spend even a few hours a day working on a computer could suffer significant vision problems. Susan Harkins offers an overview of symptoms and causes and then...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Sabbatical Policy
Sep 2008
Some organizations allow approved individuals to take Sabbatical or Personal Development leave. This policy describes the process for requesting leave and provides the necessary paperwork that...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Travel and Expense Policy
Sep 2008
Employees sometimes have to travel on company business. As such they will incur expenses that you may need to reimburse. Use this policy to set standards and conditions on employee travel and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
New IT Employee Orientation Checklist
Oct 2008
A company checklist to provide all of the necessary steps to bring on a new employee can be a useful tool in ensuring that all steps are completed and that the new employee received all necessary...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Ethics Policy
Oct 2008
Ethical behavior is something that most people practice everyday. It is on a rare occasion that an organization will need to enforce the Ethics Policy, but having one in place is a good idea....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Employee Non-Compete Agreement
Oct 2008
Employers in the IT industry often use non-compete agreements (NCAs) to protect intellectual property and prevent employees from leaving to form a competing business. NCAs are contractual...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Vacation Request Policy
Oct 2008
This policy is meant to serve as a guideline to assist organizations with vacation request rules and ensure coverage during vacation(s) and absences. This document should be used to outline the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Standard Welcome Letter
Oct 2008
When a new employee joins an organization, there's a lot to do to get them oriented to the way you do things. This welcome letter and checklist can be used to provide the new employee with a quick...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Streaming Media Policy
Nov 2008
Several independent surveys confirm worldwide streaming media use has grown significantly. While there are many legitimate business applications for streamed audio and video files, much streaming...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Peer to Peer File Sharing Policy
Nov 2008
As an addendum to the company's Acceptable Use Policy—which details the utilization of the company network, the Internet, e-mail, and employees' personal computers—this policy prohibits the use of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Non-Disclosure Agreement Template
Nov 2008
The Non-Disclosure agreement is a key document to have in place if your organization works with a lot of electronic material or sensitive information of any kind. It can be key in ensuring an...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Cell Phone, Smart Phone, and PDA Policy
Nov 2008
Cellular telephones and personal digital assistants (PDAs) - such as Blackberry, Smartphone and Treo devices - enable fast communications, remote wireless network connectivity and more productive...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Equipment Siting Policy
Jan 2009
Installing equipment takes planning and teamwork across organizations to be effective. Properly selecting a site for installation is a good step in ensuring the optimal operation of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Equipment Reuse Policy
Jan 2009
Many computer systems can run long after they have become older and slower than is required to run the latest and greatest applications. For example, a graphic designer might need a new computer...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
End User Backup Policy
Jan 2009
Organizations frequently backup network data, but don't reach down to a user's individual desktop. This policy directs users to store data which needs to be backed up to network shares or provide...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Documented Objective and Ownership Policy
Jan 2009
Setting goals as a department is very important for employees. This will help them have something to achieve as they move through the year. Holding each employee and the team as a whole...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Disposal of Media Policy
Jan 2009
With advances in technology, media, from hard drives to CD-ROMs to tapes for backup, gets cheaper and bigger every day. What happens to the old media? It should be disposed of as completely as...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Disposal of Equipment Policy
Jan 2009
Equipment can become obsolete. Computers and monitors get old or have been depreciated and are being upgraded. When equipment gets old, it should be recycled when possible or disposed of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Default Access Policy
Jan 2009
Many organizations have a default level of access provided to employees. This ensures that everyone starts off with a defined set of access to documents and resources. Once roles are more...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Clear Screen Policy
Jan 2009
Many computer users at companies want things to be as simple as possible. They will sometimes resort to keeping passwords on Post-it notes around the edges of the monitor or stuck under the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Change Control Policy
Jan 2009
Keeping track of changes to equipment, software, procedures, and anything else related to the information Technology environment within an organization can be quite a feat. The better an...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Ergonomic Requirements Policy
Jan 2009
Ergonomics are widely observed in offices around the world. Keeping employees comfortable and in good posture can increase performance and productivity while reducing injuries to the back and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 reasons to invest in new smartphones
Mar 2009
Despite the tendency to curb spending during rough economic times, some tech purchases can actually pay off. See why smartphones may fall into this category.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Polly Schneider Traylor
-
Downloads
Privacy Policy
Nov 2008
Privacy is very important to organizations and individuals. Keeping your organization secure and its data and employees transactions secure. This template is designed to assist your company in...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
