Privacy Policy

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At Sadient, we value your privacy and are committed to ensuring a transparent, inclusive, and secure work environment. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage personal data in the context of our remote-first work culture and operations.

1. Information We Collect

Sadient collects personal data necessary for the effective functioning of our remote-first environment, such as:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, job title, and contact information.

Work-Related Information: Performance data, work hours, project progress, and feedback.

Security Data: Usage of secure passwords, VPN logs, and other security measures to protect data.

Communication Data: Interactions via communication tools such as Slack, Zoom, Notion, and Google Workspace.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

Enable remote collaboration and facilitate effective communication.

Track performance and manage workload.

Ensure compliance with security protocols and safeguard data integrity.

Provide benefits, time off, and other company-related services.

3. Data Security & Confidentiality

Sadient is committed to ensuring the security and confidentiality of your personal data. We employ industry-standard security practices, including:

Secure Data Access: Restricted access to personal and performance data.

Data Encryption: Encryption of sensitive data to protect against unauthorized access.

Two-Factor Authentication: Mandatory use of secure logins for accessing company tools and systems.

VPN & Secure Networks: Requirement for secure Wi-Fi connections and VPN usage when accessing company data remotely.

4. Performance & Accountability

Performance evaluations and other work-related data are collected for the purpose of assessing productivity, achieving goals, and maintaining transparency. This data is stored securely and used solely for performance management and operational improvement.

5. Communication Tools

Sadient uses various communication tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Notion, Google Workspace) to facilitate daily operations. Personal information shared through these platforms, such as messages, meeting logs, and documents, is protected and treated with confidentiality.

6. Data Retention & Deletion

Sadient retains personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill business needs or comply with legal obligations. You can request access to your data, updates, or deletion of your personal information at any time.

Data Retention: We keep your personal data for as long as you are employed and for a reasonable period afterward to meet legal requirements.

Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data once it is no longer necessary.

7. Your Rights

As an employee of Sadient, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: You may request to see the personal data we have on file for you.

Right to Correct: You may request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.

Right to Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.

Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent for data processing at any time.

8. Sharing Your Data

Sadient does not share personal data with third parties except for the following purposes:

Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who assist us with communication tools, data security, and performance tracking.

Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal data if required by law or to comply with legal processes.

9. Compliance with Privacy Laws

Sadient adheres to all applicable data privacy regulations, including but not limited to:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (for employees in the EU)

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) (for employees in California)

Other Local Regulations: We comply with privacy laws applicable to our employees based in other regions.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your personal data, or if you would like to exercise your rights regarding your information, please contact us: info@sadient.com