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to the Company or its customers, if disclosed. It also includes information that suppliers and customers have entrusted to us. The obligation to preserve
confidential information continues even after employment ends.
The Company and its employees, agents, consultants and contractors must cooperate with appropriate government inquiries and
investigations. In this context, however, it is important to protect the legal rights of the Company with respect to its confidential information. All government
inquiries and requests for information, documents or investigative interviews (whether in person, by phone, email or written correspondence) must be referred
to the General Counsel, who will be responsible for coordinating a response. No financial information may be disclosed without the prior approval of the CEO
or CFO.
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All employees, directors and officers should endeavor to protect the Company’s property, electronic communications systems, information
resources, facilities and equipment and ensure their efficient use. Theft, carelessness, and waste have a direct impact on the Company’s profitability. Any
suspected incident of fraud or theft should be immediately reported for investigation pursuant to Section 16 of this Code. Company assets should not be used
for non-Company business, although we recognize that incidental personal use may be permitted without adversely affecting the interests of the Company.
Personal use of Company assets must always be in accordance with Company policy. You should consult your Human Resources representative for
appropriate guidance and permission.
The obligation of employees, directors and officers to protect the Company’s assets includes its proprietary information. Proprietary
information includes intellectual property such as trade secrets, patents, trademarks and copyrights, as well as business, marketing and service plans,
designs, databases, records, salary information and any unpublished financial data and reports. Unauthorized use or distribution of this information would
violate Company policy. It could also be illegal and result in civil or even criminal penalties.
Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted documents or computer software violates the law. You must neither engage in nor tolerate the
making or using of unauthorized documents or software copies and must comply will all license and purchase terms regulating the use of any document or
software. The Company will provide all documents and software needed to meet legitimate needs.
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The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act prohibits giving anything of value, directly or indirectly, to officials of foreign governments or
foreign political candidates in order to obtain or retain business. It is strictly prohibited to make illegal payments to government officials of any country.
In addition, there are a number of federal and state laws and regulations regarding business gratuities which may be accepted by U.S. or
state government personnel. The promise, offer or delivery to an official or employee of the U.S. government or a state government of a gift, favor or other
gratuity in violation of these rules would not only violate Company policy but
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