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Set guidelines for how to participate in a teleconference as well as rules for internet use and social media posts on company networks.

IT departments need policies to cover every element of remote work as many companies make working from home a standard option for employees. Providing clear and specific advice for individuals as well as IT team members will boost security and erase questions about what is allowed and what is banned.

This group of policies covers telecommuting, teleconferencing, remote access, and internet and email usage on corporate networks. Each one takes a comprehensive approach to the topic and allows for customization at the same time.

If your company implemented telecommuting or remote access policies several years ago, now is the time to update those guidelines and make sure they reflect the current state of work and technology. Check out these four remote work policies to see which one is the best fit for your organization.

Telecommuting is becoming the rule instead of the exception for employees at many companies. This policy sets expectations and guidelines for people working from home or a coffee shop. You'll find guidelines for eligibility, equipment, office supplies, and remote workspaces..

This guide will help team members host and participate in video conferences. This etiquette guide covers the technical details of video conferencing as well as expectations of participants. This policy may provide the extra reminder to a certain co-worker who needs to mute the line if he is not talking.

Providing secure remote access to corporate networks can lower equipment costs, reduce office overhead, and boost employee productivity. Employees working from home or other remote locations need to understand their role in keeping company data secure. To ensure that increasing remote access doesn't also increase security risks, companies need a remote access policy. This policy also will guide IT staff on when to grant access as well as how to limit it.

In addition to controlling remote access, IT departments must manage internet and email use among employees. This policy addresses information handling, digital hygiene, and safe browsing. You'll also find guidelines about governing access to social media sites including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Clear guidelines for remote work will boost security and control access - TechRepublic