Introduction: At Viking Media, we believe that a flexible and supportive work environment is essential to attracting and retaining the best talent. That’s why we offer the option for employees to work from home or other remote locations as needed. This policy outlines the expectations and guidelines for remote work at Viking Media.
Definitions: For the purpose of this policy, “remote work” refers to work that is performed from an alternative location to the employee’s designated primary office location, such as an employee’s home, a co-working space, or another location.
Eligibility: All employees are eligible to participate in remote work, subject to approval from their manager. Approval will be based on job requirements, business needs, and performance.
Guidelines:
- Communication:
- Regular virtual meetings are expected to be held between team members and with managers to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Instant messaging platforms are to be used for quick communication and question-answering.
- Email should be checked and responded to regularly during normal business hours.
- Availability:
- Remote workers are expected to be available during normal business hours.
- They should respond to emails and messages in a timely manner and be available for virtual meetings.
- Equipment:
- Employees are responsible for providing their own equipment, including a computer, internet connection, and any necessary software.
- Viking Media will provide necessary support to help employees set up their remote work environment.
- Productivity and Performance:
- Remote workers are expected to maintain the same level of productivity and performance as if they were working in the office.
- Managers will regularly evaluate the performance of remote workers and provide feedback.
- Security:
- Remote workers are responsible for securing their work environment, including confidential information and company equipment.
- The use of secure VPN connections and password-protected devices is strongly encouraged.
Conclusion: Remote work is a privilege and not a right. The company reserves the right to modify or revoke this policy at any time and for any reason. Please speak with your manager if you have any questions about this policy or the process for requesting remote work.