Remote Work Policy

Purpose

This policy explains how employees request, review, and maintain a remote or hybrid work arrangement. It is intended for repeat use by managers, people operations, and employees.

Eligibility

Employees may request remote work when their role can be performed securely away from the office and when team coverage remains clear.

Request process

Employee submits the requested schedule and work location.
Manager reviews team coverage and customer commitments.
People operations reviews payroll, tax, and equipment implications.
The approved schedule is recorded in the team handbook.

Approval matrix

Request type	Approver	Renewal
Occasional remote day	Team lead	None
Recurring hybrid schedule	Department manager	Quarterly
Out-of-region remote work	People operations	Before travel

Equipment and security

Employees must use approved devices for company work.
Confidential files must remain in approved systems.
Lost or stolen equipment must be reported the same day.

Exceptions

Exceptions should be documented with the reason, approval date, and next review date.