Ethics policy: Vendor relationships

Ethical behavior is something most people practice every day. It is a rare occasion that an organization will need to enforce an ethics policy, but having one in place is a good idea. This ethics policy, from TechRepublic Premium, outlines areas where interactions with vendors might be questionable.

The purpose of these guidelines is to give IT employees who have relationships with suppliers and vendors a clear understanding of their obligations and responsibilities. Suppliers and vendors are vital to the success of the organization, and the delivery and maintenance of their products and services affect everyone. Vendors who demonstrate dedication to customer satisfaction, cost-effectiveness, quality, and innovation are those the organization will strive to engage.