management unit policies and rules. policies definition – a statement of guiding principles and...
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Management Unit
Policies and Rules
Policies
Definition – a statement of guiding principles and procedures that serves as a guideline for daily operations
• Support company’s goals and objectives.
• They leave room for interpretation.(Flexible)
Example: The morning shift starts at 6 AM.
However, there may be some flexibility if an employee has a doctors appointment.
Rules
Definition – a standard that is set forth to guide behavior or actions
• Tell employees exactly what to do.
• They leave NO room for interpretation.
Example: Employees shall wear hard hats in all construction areas
Types of PoliciesCredit policies – rules pertaining to credit.
Return policies – establishes the conditions under which items that have been ordered, shipped, or delivered may be returned.
Reworking policies – establishes the conditions under which items will be repaired.
Delivery policies – “Delivery in 30 minutes, or it’s free.”
Safety policies – policies to create a safe environment.
Research Policies
1. Select two companies2. Search their websites to find their
policies for three of the following policies.
- credit - returns- safety- delivery- reworking
3. Read the policies and half page reflection on your findings. Compare and contrast your findings in your reflection.