
CHAPTER
21
Disciplinary Rules, Policies,
and Best Practices
When it comes to the enforcement of electronic rules and policies, strict
disciplinary procedures can pay big dividends. Make an example of one
e-policy violator today, and you may avoid firing an entire department
tomorrow. In addition, your ability to walk into court and demonstrate
a consistent pattern of policy enforcement may help bolster your defense
should your organization one day become embroiled in litigation.
e-Policy Rule 47: Private employers in employment-at-will
states (which most states are) have the right to fire employees
for just about any reason—including inappropriate computer ...